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2 Offers professional allied health services to individuals at Southport Therapy Centre and at Blue Care residential aged care facilities. Churches of Christ Care Community Care - Suite 4, South Building, 34 Glenferrie Drive, Robina 4226 P W agedcareguide.com.au Offers several community care services to eligible seniors and those needing support to remain independent in their community. Ozcare Allied Health Highfield Drive, Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W ozcare.org.au Ozcare offers a range of services including nursing, allied health and dementia support programs to members of the Queensland community to promote healthy, active ageing. Community health ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team) 2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226 P W myagedcare.gov.au. To assess the medical, physical, physiological and social needs of older people. CHARM 2019 GC Hwy Miami 4220 P E [email protected] W health.qld.gov.au/haac This is a therapy program for HACC eligible clients who are experiencing difficulties with their daily living skills. Community Health Central Intake Unit No 2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226 P W health.qld.gov.au Provides referrals community health centres at Robina and Helensvale. Continence services Blue Care - Elanora 1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221 P E [email protected] Continence resource nurse and the provision of referrals and assistance with equipment prescription. Ozcare PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230 P W ozcare.org.au Ozcare is a leading not-for-profit organisation, providing a diverse range of quality health and human services from over 60 locations throughout Queensland. Domestic assistance and home maintenance/modifications Anglicare Community Care - Southern Queensland Suite 3/34-36 Glenferrie Dr Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W anglicaresq.org.au An Anglican not-for-profit organisation committed to social and community welfare issues, aged and community care needs, focusing on disadvantaged members of our community. At Home Care Grants - Youngcare 75 St Pauls Terrace Spring Hill 4000 P E [email protected] W youngcare.com.au/qldgrants One-off grants of up to $10,000 to assist young people with disabilities aged years living at home and at risk of entering aged care facilities. Home and Community Care (HACC) - Homecare 2019 GC H way Miami 4220 P E [email protected] W health.qld.gov.au/haac Basic domestic service for HACC eligible clients who have a pension card. Home Assist Secure 473 Golden Four Dr Tugun 4224 P E [email protected] W housing.qld.gov.au Department of Communities service providing information and referral. Depending on eligibility and need, the service can also provide subsidised assistance with essential home maintenance, security and minor modifications. Education and traineeships U3A Broadbeach PO Box 526 Pacific Fair 4218 P E [email protected] W u3abroadbeach.com Its charter is to foster lifelong learning in people over 50 years of age - the concept of University of the Third Age (U3A) which commenced in Toulouse, France in 1973 and has since spread around the world. U3A Inc PO Box 3365 Australia Fair Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W u3anorthgc.com A learning community organised by and for people in retirement. U3A Online Online W u3aonline.org.au U3A Online is the world-first virtual University of the Third Age delivering online learning via the Internet. Employment and voluntary work Jobseeker P E [email protected] W jobseeker.org.au Information about community, not-for-profit and government jobs. Smart Jobs P W smartjobs.qld.gov.au Provides information about jobs and careers within Queensland Government. Volunteer Seeker 375 Johnston St, Abbotsford 3067 E [email protected] W volunteer.infoxchange.net.au Matches volunteers and carers. Volunteering GC Volunteer Services 2074 Hwy Miami 4220 P E [email protected] W volunteeringgc.org.au Volunteering provides a wide range of services to community organisations, including supporting volunteer management, education and training, referrals, recruitment, events and community transport services. Entertainment groups Autumn Leaves Entertainment Group 9A Castile Cr Holmview 4207 P

3 E A voluntary musical group programed especially for senior citizens clubs, retirement villages, nursing homes, hostels and respite centres. Bookings taken from Brisbane to Nerang. Relying on donations modest towards expenses. Double The Fun P E [email protected] W doublethefun.net.au Husband and wife entertaining duo. Wide choice of music including: Parodies, Oldtime, Opera, Jazz, Blues and Multicultural. Theme Shows are our Specialty. Available 7 days per week. Encore Group P E [email protected] Provide entertainment to nursing homes, Senior Citizens clubs, etc. Meet weekly at Maher Hall, Burleigh Heads on Tues at 9am-11.30am for rehearsal. Entertainers (The) P Entertainers at Senior Citizens Centres, nursing homes, retirement homes and other venues. Covering Tweed to Southport area. Evergreens Variety Group P Available to entertain at nursing homes, senior citizens clubs, retirement villages, etc. with singers, instrumentalists, magic, etc. Contact Gwynne phone or Arthur phone for Bookings. Noel Murphy Variety Show 1/256 Marine Pde Labrador 4215 P Entertain at nursing homes, retirement villages and senior citizens centres. Also help raise funds for Lifeline, St. Vincents and charity shows. Pets for Therapy 1/57 Riverpark Dr Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W gallerygiselle.com/pettherapy.htm We are a voluntary endeavour founded in Our aim is to give joy, laughter and love to the frail and elderly in aged care facilities, respite centres, blind and visually impaired, children and adolescents with special needs and the intellectually handicapped. Shirazbeens 45 Wanungara View Limpinwood 2484 P E [email protected] Popular, versatile entertainer/s for clubs, seniors, over 50 venues and nursing homes (including high care). Solo/duo vocal and dance act - wide range of music, themed shows for residents. Contact Shirley King. Silver Liners Variety Group Paradise Point 4216 P E [email protected] Provides entertainment for nursing homes, senior citizens groups, retirement villages etc. Bright entertainment provided by dancers, singers, instrumentalists, magic. Colourful costumes. Contact Tammy for bookings. Sundance Entertainment Group areas P E [email protected] We are called Sundance Entertainment Group and we entertain from Palm Beach to Sanctuary Cove at community centres, aged care, social clubs and retirement villages. Variety Plus PO Box 717 Coolangatta 4225 P E [email protected] Seniors entertainment (including fundraising): Variety shows, entertainment at nursing homes, retirement villages, seniors clubs and other venues on the. Area serviced: /Tweed. Vibrants Burleigh Waters 4220 P E [email protected] Entertainment for seniors clubs, retirement villages, nursing homes. Variety of entertainment. Play piano, instruments with vocal solos and duos and also dance. Contact Maureen. Financial assistance Centrelink Various Centres on Coast P W humanservices.gov.au/customer/dhs/ centrelink Information available for seniors, pensioners, retirees in regard to pensions or other matters. Electricity and Gas rebates P E qld.gov.au/community/cost-of-livingsupport/electricity-gas-rebates/ Queensland Government rebate on the cost of electricity supplied to the homes of eligible concession card holders. City of Rate Concession Various Centres on Coast P You may be entitled to Council s Pensioner Rate Remission and/or the State Government s Pensioner Rate Subsidy on your next rates bill if you own and occupy the property and are the holder of either pensioner concession card or gold veteran s affair card Seniors Card Discount Scheme P E [email protected] W qld.gov.au/seniors/legal-financeconcessions/using-seniors-card/ Seniors Card and Seniors Business Discount Card scheme is a free service that delivers savings to eligible Queenslanders aged 60 years or older Government - commonwealth Australian Human Rights Commission GPO Box 5218 Sydney 2001 P E [email protected] W humanrights.gov.au Information line on federal discrimination laws. Complaint Information line: phone , TTY: phone Dept of Health - Ageing PO Box 9848 Canberra ACT 2601 P E health.gov.au Seeks to provide better health and healthier ageing for all Australians through the administration of a variety of healthrelated programs. Dept of Veterans Affairs Level 5 12 Short St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W dva.gov.au 166

4 Programs for war veterans and their dependants. Provides information about DVA entitlements and health care. Home Care Package - Level 2 (equivalent to the former Community Aged care Packages) Highfield Drive Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W myagedcare.gov.au/aged-care-services/ home-care-packages Supports people with low-level care needs. Home Care Package - Level 4 (equivalent to the former Extended Care at Home and Extended Care at Home Dementia) Highfield Drive Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W myagedcare.gov.au/aged-care-services/ home-care-packages Supports people with high-level care needs. Government - State Qld Health P W health.qld.gov.au Funds hospitals, public health programs, community health and mental health centres around the State. Health services - general ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team) 2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W agedcareaustralia.gov.au To assess the medical, physical, physiological and social needs of older people. To assist them in making the most appropriate decisions to maintain an ongoing quality of life. Blue Care Allied Health Services 5/46 Smith St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] Offers professional allied health services to individuals at Southport Therapy Centre and at Blue Care residential aged care facilities. Some home visits available for people who are housebound. Services include dietetics, physiotherapy, social work, etc. CHARM 2019 GC Hwy Miami 4220 P E [email protected] W health.qld.gov.au/haac This is a therapy program for HACC eligible clients who are experiencing difficulties with their daily living skills. This service also offers a falls prevention program. Feros Care Locked Bag 1 Coolangatta 4225 P E [email protected] W feroscare.com.au Provide a comprehensive range of aged and community care services that can be tailored to suit individuals. Services include residential, respite and community care. Non-profit company with a proven track record in providing appropriate services. Multicultural Communities Council GC Inc Community Aged Care Program 1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W mccgc.com.au Provides individual care plans to elderly, allowing them to live in their own homes with dignity and confidence. Bi-lingual care workers. Aims are to facilitate and promote the well-being of linguistically and culturally diverse communities. Hearing and vision impairment Australian Hearing National Line P Australian Hearing - Beenleigh Shop 1 Mt Warren Park Shopping Centre, 20 Mt Warren Blvd Mt Warren Park 4207 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Biggera Waters Biggera Waters Family Practice, 40 Hollywell Road, Biggera Waters 4216 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Burleigh West Burleigh West Medical Centre, 138 West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Heads 4220 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Helensvale Helensvale Community Centre, 31 Discovery Drive, Helensvale 4212 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Nerang Room 4/Bicentenial Community Room, Nerang-Southport Road, Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Ormeau Ormeau Community and Youth Centre, 3 Cuthbert Drive, Ormeau 4208 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Palm Beach 2/6 Sixth Ave Palm Beach

5 Australian Hearing - Paradise Point Paradise Point Medical Practice Shop Bruce Ave Paradise Point 4216 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Robina Suite 3/Local Directories, 138 Robina Town Centre Drive, Robina 4226 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Southport Suite 3 Central 3/9 Lawson St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing - Tweed Heads Keith Compton Dr Tweed Heads 2485 P Better Hearing Australia Inc Sight Loss Centre Cnr High and Smith Sts Southport 4215 P E [email protected] Weekly classes in Hearing Loss Management, offers assistance in managing a hearing loss, including lip speaking, information and advice to the hearing impaired, family and friends. A not-for-profit, self-help organisation. Please contact for Tweed Heads. Home care/home help Ashmore Retreat Home Care Services 19 Allunga Ave Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W retreatcare.com.au Offers a home-help service designed to assist the aged and frail to stay in the comfort of their own home, as opposed to moving to residential care. Offers assistance with personal care needs, house cleaning, shopping, social outings, transportation, etc. Glendale Care Robina P E [email protected] W glendalecare.com.au We are committed to helping retirees to continue to live independently at home in their own community. Services include personal care, domestic assistance, respite care, transport needs, meal preparation, early stages dementia and alzheimer s care. HACC Services 9 Fifth Ave Palm Beach 4221 P W health.qld.gov.au/haac Basic domestic service for HACC eligible clients who have a pension card. Home and Community Care (HACC) - Homecare 2019 GC H way Miami 4220 P E [email protected] W health.qld.gov.au/haac Basic domestic service for HACC eligible clients who have a pension card. Home Instead Senior Care 6/9 Frinton St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W homeinstead.com.au Trusted one-to-one home support for seniors who wish to remain independant in their own homes. Services include personal care, domestic assistance, respite care, transport needs, meal preparation, early stages dementia and alzheimer s care. Multicultural Communities Council GC Aged Care Program 1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W mccgc.com.au Provides in-home help for elderly/ people with a disability allowing them to maintain independence while remaining at home with dignity and confidence for as long as practical. Services include domestic assistance, in-home respite, personal care, etc. PresCare Community Services 1 Shepparton Rd Helensvale 4212 P E [email protected] W prescare.org.au Programs designed to assist older people to maintain independence at home for as long as possible. Customised packages for individual needs include Community aged care (CACP), Extended aged care at Home (EACHP), (EACH), plus disability and dementia care. RSL HomeCare Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W rslcare.com.au Provides home support through paid and volunteer staff. Includes home visiting, volunteer support, home-based respite, community nursing, domestic assistance, social support and help with shopping and transport. Not-for-profit organisation. Someone Who Cares Suite Nerang St Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W someonewhocares.com.au Provide all levels of personal and domestic care including professional nursing, appointment/shopping escort, etc. at competitive rates. Home care provider offering full support service 24/7 to enable people to live in their own homes. Home maintenance/home assist Home Assist/Secure - GC Central 2/130 Scarborough St Southport P Provides assistance, information and referral on home repairs, maintenance, minor modifications and security to people 60 years plus and/or with a disability, who are home owners or live in rental housing. Must register to receive help. Home Assist/Secure - GC North Unit 2 36 Harvest Ct Southport 4215 P E [email protected] Provide information direction to the elderly for home repairs, minor modifications and home 168

6 security assessments and direct assistance to people 60 years and over receiving a pension or self funded of any age with a disability. Must register to receive help. Home Assist/Secure - GC South 473 Golden Four Dr Tugun 4224 P E [email protected] Provides information and assistance to people aged 60 years and over and/or the disabled, with minor home maintenance, repairs and security. Must register to receive help. Home Maintenance & Modification Program St Vincent de Paul 126 Allied Dr Arundel 4214 P E [email protected] W vinnies.org.au Direct assistance with home modifications of kitchens, bathrooms, etc. Home and garden maintenance, minor maintenance jobs, safety, leaks, remesh doors and repair to white goods. Clients can self refer. Clients must be HACC eligible. Information services ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team) Information Line 2 Campus Crescent Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W agedcareconnect.com.au To assess the medical, physical, physiological and social needs of older people. Beyondblue Info Line P W beyondblue.org.au Beyondblue is working to reduce the impact of depression and anxiety in the community by raising awareness and understanding, empowering people to seek help, and supporting recovery, management and resilience. Cancer Council Queensland Helpline 553 Gregory Terrace Fortitude Valley 4006 P E [email protected] W cancerqld.org.au Trained professionals provide information, education and support for the prevention and treatment of cancer as well as cancer care. Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre 1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221 P E [email protected] W www9.health.gov.au/ccsd Information on a wide range of community care programs for the aged and those with a disability (any age) to help them stay in their own home. Continence Foundation of Australia - National Continence Helpline Sydney Rd Brunswick Victoria 3056 P E [email protected] W continence.org.au The National Continence Helpline is a free telephone advisory service funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing. Council on the Ageing - infolink - COTA Level 1-25 Mary St Brisbane 4000 E [email protected] W cotaq.org.au COTA s Seniors Infolinks assists individuals, carers and organisations to find services and information to assist within formed decision-making about well-being and lifestyle choices. Seniors Enquiry Line PO Box 2376, Chermside Centre 4032 P E [email protected] W seniorsenquiryline.com.au A State-wide information and referral service for seniors and their carers. In-home nursing care Anglicare Southern Queensland (ASQ) Suite 3/34-36 Glenferrie Dr Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W anglicaresq.org.au HACC, Community aged care and personal care, in-home respite, DVA nursing, extended aged care at home, palliative care, post-acute care, accompanied shopping assistance, social support, etc. Podiatry, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and dietary help. Anglicare SQ Robina 186 Robina Town Centre Dr Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W anglicaresq.org.au HACC and NRCP centre-based respite well-being program. Anglicare SQ Southport PO Box 2953 Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W anglicaresq.org.au HACC, Community aged care packages. In-home respite, domestic and shopping assistance, social support, etc. Centre based respite well being program, CAPS packages and chronic condition selfmanagement courses. Anglicare SQ West Burleigh 25 Tallebudgera Creek Rd West Burleigh 4219 P E [email protected] W anglicaresq.org.au Social support, CAPS packages and domestic assistance. Counselling services also available, phone or [email protected] Blue Care (Blue Nursing) Southport/ Surfers Paradise Centre 88 Muir St Labrador 4215 P E [email protected] Home-based and clinic facility nursing services operated by Blue Care 7 days per week from 7.30am pm. After hours services may be negotiated as required. Blue Care Lower South Coast/ Tweed Centre 1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221 P E [email protected] Home based and clinic facility. Nursing services operated by Blue Care 7 days a week from 7.30am. After hours services may be negotiated as required. OZcare Home Nursing PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230 P W ozcare.org.au Palliative care to enable the dying to face death with minimum discomfort or loss of dignity. Family support cared for at home. Provides general home care services for HACC eligible clients to assist them with respite care. RSL HomeCare Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211 P

7 E W rslcare.com.au RSL Care a not-for-profit organisation providing quality lifestyle and care options to ex-servicemen/women, their dependents and other members of the community. Services include community nursing, social support, domestic assistance, volunteer visiting etc. Legal assistance Adult Guardian Brisbane Magistrates Court 363 George St Brisbane 4000 P E [email protected] W justice.qld.gov.au Protects the rights and interests of adults who have impaired capacity. Anti-Discrimination Commission Qld Level 17/53 Albert St City East 4002 P E [email protected] W adcq.qld.gov.au Independent statutory authority established to receive and deal with complaints of people who have been unjustly dealt with and/or complaints of discrimination and to promote human rights in Queensland. Australian Human Rights Commission GPO Box 5218 Sydney 2001 P E [email protected] W humanrights.gov.au Information line on Federal discrimination laws. Complaint Information line: phone , TTY: phone GC Community Legal Centre & Advice Bureau Inc. Unit 2/18 Bay St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W advicebureau.org.au Free confidential legal advice. Note: unable to provide legal advice or financial counselling via or phone. Legal Aid Qld 1st Floor 100 Scarborough St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W legalaid.qld.gov.au Legal Aid Queensland provides legal information, referrals, advice and representation to disadvantaged Queenslanders in the areas of criminal, family and civil law. Legal Aid Qld - Indigenous Information line 2nd Floor 100 Scarborough St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W legalaid.qld.gov.au Legal Aid Queensland provides legal information, referrals, advice and representation to disadvantaged Queenslanders in the areas of criminal, family and civil law. The Public Trustee 66 Nerang St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W pt.qld.gov.au Legal management of the finances and other affairs of seniors, as approved in a court of law. Welfare Rights Centre Inc (Qld) Advice Line PO Box 293 Fortitude Valley 4006 P E [email protected] W wrcqld.org.au A community legal centre that provides independent information and free legal advice to individuals about Social Security and Disability Discrimination Law. Womens Legal Service Client Advice Line 387 Ipswich Rd Annerly 4103 P E [email protected] W wlsq.org.au Legal information, advice and referral for domestic violence, family law, child support and other related areas of law. Meals on wheels Broadbeach Meals on Wheels Inc. 23 T E Peters Dr Broadbeach 4218 P E [email protected] W qmow.org A community service to people who are frail, aged, younger disabled and their carers. Meals on Wheels - Nerang & District Inc 35 Mylor St Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W mealsonwheelsnerang.com.au Fresh, chilled or frozen meals. Fresh salads and sandwiches. Freshly chopped fruit salad. Delivered in your area or pick up. No referral necessary. Tues/Wed/Fri 9am - 1pm. Meals on Wheels - Palm Beach Tenth Ave Palm Beach 4221 P W sharencare.com.au Meals on Wheels are prepared and distributed from the centre. Our meals are not only for the aged, but for people recovering from surgery or anyone who finds it difficult to prepare well balanced and nourishing meals for themselves or their family. Meals on Wheels - Paradise Point & District Inc 4 Community Lane Paradise Point 4216 P E [email protected] Delivery of 1 x 3 course meal 7 days per week, $8.50 per meal. Self-referral is sufficient. Open 7am - 12noon Meals on Wheels - Southport 2 Whitby St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W qmow.org Delivery of a 3 course meal, 5 days a week, self-referral. Office open Mon - Fri 7.30am - 3pm. Check for meal costs. Extra meals delivered on Fri for weekend. Meals on Wheels - Twin Towns C/o Tweed Hospital Powell/Florence Sts Tweed Heads 2485 P W qmow.org Provide 3 course meal per day to those unable to do for themselves. Aged, postoperative, sick persons. Doctor s certificate required. Interview and assessment. Also cater for younger people with a disability. Meals delivered Fri for weekend. Nerang & District Meals On Wheels Inc 35 Mylor St Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W mealsonwheelsnerang.com.au Fresh, chilled or frozen meals. Fresh salads and sandwiches. Freshly chopped fruit salad. Delivered in your area or pick up. No referral necessary. Tues/Wed/Fri 9am - 1pm. 170

8 Paradise Point & Districts Meals On Wheels Inc. 4 Community Lane Paradise Point 4216 P E [email protected] W qmow.org Delivery of 1 x 3 course meal 7 days per week, $8.50 per meal. Self-referral is sufficient. Open 7am - 12noon Southport Meals on Wheels Senior Citizens Assoc Inc 2 Whitby St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W southportseniorcitizens.com Tai Chi exercise and dancing, including line dancing, new vogue, Scottish, square dancing and tap dancing. Medical aids AIDACARE Unit 1-2/48 Olympic Circuit Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W aidacare.com.au Provides equipment and products for personal use or supply to aged care facilities, hospitals and occupational therapists. Offers a range of hire equipment for short term needs. Open Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm. Continence Aids Payment Scheme All areas P W health.gov.au Medicare help available to meet costs for persons on a disability support pension or mobility allowance with permanent continence condition for bowel and bladder care items. Ages from 5 years to adult. Mental health services Ashmore Community Mental Health Service Suite Currumburra Rd Ashmore 4214 P W health.qld.gov.au/goldcoasthealth A University Hospital mental health service providing acute assessment and triage (information-gathering and decision-making) for people with a mental illness or who are experiencing mental health issues. FSG Australia envision Mental Health Services 18 Demand Ave Arundel 4214 P E [email protected] W fsg.org.au Providing accommodation and lifestyle services to support people with a mental illness to lead valued and inclusive lives in their community. Mental Health Association of Australia Unit 30 Jackman St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W mentalhealth.org.au Promotes awareness, acceptance and action on mental health for all Australians Mental Illness Fellowship Queensland Unit Ivan St Arundel 4214 P E [email protected] W mifq.org.au Specialist provider of programs and services for people living with mental illness and their families and carers. Miscellaneous services Leading Age Services Australia Qld 6 Pavilions Close Jindalee 4074 P E [email protected] W qld.lasa.asn.au Provides aged, community care and retirement services. Providers from both not-for-profit and for profit sectors. Multicultural and indigenous services CoAsIt Italian/Australian Welfare Association Inc Unit Thomas Dr Chevron Island 4217 P E [email protected] W coasit.asn.au A non profit organisation providing services to the culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Kalwun Home and Community Care Ltd 118 Bonogin Rd Mudgeeraba 4213 P E [email protected] W kalwun.com.au Economic independence and stability and excellence in the quality and to provide a range of support services for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Nursing - community Blue Care Community - Nursing (Elanora) 1 Pines Lane Elanora 4221 P E [email protected] Home-based and clinic facility nursing services operated by Blue Care. 7 days a week from 7.30am pm. After hours services may be negotiated as required. Blue Care Community - Nursing (Labrador) 88 Muir St Labrador 4215 P E [email protected] Home-based and clinic facility nursing services operated by Blue Care. 7 days a week from 7.30am pm. After hours services may be negotiated as required. Ozcare Community Health PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230 P W ozcare.org.au Provides nursing services in-home or in Ozcare clinics. Parent and parent groups Australian Hearing - Mermaid Waters Mermaid Waters Skin Cancer Clinic Cr Sunshine Blvd and Karbunya St Mermaid Waters 4218 P E [email protected] Australian Hearing s national network of hearing centres includes more than 110 permanently staffed centres, and we visit over 330 other locations in urban, rural and remote areas of Australia. Pensions/benefits and concessions Centrelink Various Centres on Coast P W centrelink.gov.au Information available for seniors, pensioners, retirees in regard to pensions or other matters. For languages other than English phone Pensioner Cards/ Commonwealth Seniors Cards and Health Cards. 171

9 Centrelink - Robina Retirement Service Centre Level 5 Town Square Tce Robina Town Centre 4230 P W centrelink.gov.au Information available for seniors, pensioners, retirees in regard to pensions, financial planning on Age Pension, Concession Cards, Widow B/Wife Pension, Seniors Health Card enquiries and other matters. Languages other than English phone Dept of Housing & Public Works 80 Bazaar St Robina Town Centre 4230 P E [email protected] W hpw.qld.gov.au/housing Anyone over the age of 18 may be entitled to Dept of Housing accommodation if they are receiving a benefit or pension from Centrelink. Also wage earners may be eligible depending on their age and income. Visit our website to apply online. Dept of Veterans Affairs (VAN) Level 5/12 Short St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W dva.gov.au Dept of Veterans Affairs is responsible for paying pensions to people suffering disabilities arising from serving in the armed forces. Their families and dependants should also enquire. Office hours: Mon - Fri 8.30am pm. Electricity Rebate (ENERGEX) All areas P W energex.com.au A rebate off electricity is available to all card holding pensioners (excluding a Health card) or those holding a current Seniors Card. Conditions apply. Motor Registration Concession Southport 4215 P W tmr.qld.gov.au Concession on motor registration to holders of Qld Seniors Card or Pension Card (either from Centrelink or Department of Veteran Affairs). Application form together with Qld. Seniors Card or Pension Card to be lodged at any QLD Transport office. Rates Concession - City of P W goldcoast.qld.gov.au Offering rates concessions for pensioners depending on type of pension. Proof of pension required. Council offices at Bundall, Southport, Nerang, Coolangatta, Mermaid Waters, Palm Beach and Burleigh Heads. Rates Concession - Tweed Shire Council Brett St Tweed Heads 2485 P E [email protected] W tweed.nsw.gov.au Offering rates concessions to pensioners living in Tweed Shire. Proof of pension required. Seniors Card - Dept of Communities GPO Box 2491 Brisbane 4001 P E [email protected] W qld.gov.au/seniorscard Seniors Card gives access to government concessions and business discounts to QLD residents aged 60 and over, who hold a Commonwealth Concession Card. Seniors Business Discount Card for ages 60 and over. Forms at Centrelink, on website or apply by phone. Telephone Rental Discounts - Telstra Locked Bag 3760 GCMC 9726 P Pensioners on full pension can apply for discounts. Concession on connections and transfer fees. Personal care Alzheimer s Australia GC Inc No 90 Allied Dr Arundel 4214 P E [email protected] W alzgc.asn.au Support for carers and group support meetings monthly. Social support for people who live alone. In-home respite. Domestic assistance with personal care. Carers holiday program. Multicultural Communities Council GC Aged Care Program 1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W mccgc.com.au Provides individual care plans to elderly, allowing them to live in their own homes with dignity and confidence. PresCare Community Services 1 Shepparton Rd Helensvale 4212 P E [email protected] W prescare.org.au Programs designed to assist older people to maintain independence at home for as long as possible. Respite - centre-based FSG Australia (Lakeview Centre) Robina Town Centre Dr Robina 4230 P E [email protected] W fsg.org.au Planned goal orientated activities for people over 18 years with a disability living at home. GOC Care - Day Respite 31A Crombie Ave Bundall 4217 P E [email protected] W gocstgeorge.com.au Provides centre-based day respite and Community aged care Packages to everybody. Hopewell Hospice Services Inc 88 Allied Drive, Arundel 4214 P E [email protected] W hopewell.org.au Provides home-style accommodation and 24 hour nursing care for up to 8 terminally ill patients. Bereavement support for patients and their families. Kalwun Day Respite Centre 118 Bonogin Rd Mudgeeraba 4213 P E [email protected] W kalwun.com.au Services and facilities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-indigenous persons, including centre-based and inhome respite. Nerang Community Respite Care Assoc Inc 31 Martin St Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W nerangrespite.org.au Provides care services throughout the region for people who have a disability, people who are older and frail and their carers. 172

10 OZcare Ashmore Day Respite Centre C/o Parkwood Gardens 100 Usher St Labrador 4215 P E [email protected] W ozcare.org.au Day respite centre to care for frail aged and adults with a disability. Other support systems include: Transport to and from centre, meals and some allied health services. Provides a range of interactive activities. Supportive, friendly. Respite for Carers. OZcare Burleigh Heads Day Respite Centre 8 Matilda St Burleigh Heads 4220 P E [email protected] W ozcare.org.au Centre based day respite care for frail aged and those with a disability. Other support systems include transport to and from the centre, meals and some allied health services. Provides a range of interactive activities an a supportive environment. OZcare Runaway Bay Day Respite Centre 344 Oxley Dr Runaway Bay 4216 P E [email protected] W ozcare.org.au Centre-based social support for aged and younger people with a disability to assist clients carer/family member to have time out. Community care, respite care. Time 7.30am pm. Respite Plus All areas P E [email protected] W fsg.org.au Provides a coordination 24 hour service to improve access to respite services for people with disabilities and/or their carers, who face an unpredicted situation out of normal working hours. RSL Home Care Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W rslcare.com.au RSL Care a not-for-profit organisation providing quality lifestyle and care options to ex-servicemen/women, their dependants and other members of the community. Tugun Cottage Tugun P E [email protected] W centacarebrisbane.net.au Part of Shepherd Community Services inhome respite services. Respite - residential Abri Residential Care Bauer St and Heath St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] Offers both low care and high care for aged residents including a separate secure environment for residents with dementia and one bed reserved for respite. Blue Care - Residential Care 56 Sylvan Road Toowong 4066 P E [email protected]. Monday to Friday 8am pm PresCare - Roslyn Lodge Tamborine Mt 24 Main Western Rd Tamborine Mt 4272 P E [email protected] W prescare.org.au Residential aged care facility with respite spaces. Respite care 501 Respite & Care Services 501 Pine Ridge Rd Biggera Waters 4216 P E [email protected] Single and double rooms for couples. Respite and aged care facilities. Low care. 24 hour assistance. Resort style living. ACAT required and Financial Asssessment. 16 dementia plus 34 aged care facilities. Alzheimers Australia GC Inc Rosemary House 90 Allied Dr Arundel 4214 P W fightdementia.org.au/queensland Day care 5 days week. Overnight care available Monday - Thursday nights. Support for carers and group support meetings monthly. Social support for people who live alone. In-home respite. Assistance with personal care. Carers holiday program. Ashmore Retreat 19 Allungra Ave Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W retreatcare.com.au A tradition of excellence in accommodation and care. Respite available by arrangement. Government and private. Registered Nurse. Blue Care - Coomera 12 Jowett St Coomera 4209 P E [email protected] Centre based respite program Mon-Fri: activities, outings, carer respite. Meals and transport provided. Blue Nursing service provide assessments, treatment and advice. Lifestyle program of personal care, social support, in-home respite and domestic assistance. Blue Care In-Home Respite (Labrador) Arundel House 29 Melbourne Rd Arundel 4214 P Blue Care respite services and personal care assistance. Trained respite workers provide social activities and companionship as well as practical assistance with mobility, meal preparation, shopping and light house duties for eligible clients. Blue Care Lower South Coast/Tweed Respite Service Akirra Cottage 26 Coolangatta Rd Kirra 4225 P E [email protected] Blue Care respite centres provide support for frail, older people, people with dementia and younger people with a disability. Centre based services vary in operation between 5 and 6 days a week. Blue Care Respite Accommodation P E [email protected] Short term respite accommodation is available in most Blue Care Residential aged care Facilities. Aged care assessment is required. Commonwealth Respite and Centre - South Coast 23 Main St Varsity Lakes 4227 P E [email protected] 173

11 W commcarelink.health.gov.au Information on a wide range of community care programs for the aged and those with a disability (any age) to help them stay in their own home. Information on nursing and carer respite care, household help, allied health, meal services, etc. Lifebridge East Inc Cudgen Rd Kingscliff 2487 P E [email protected] W lifebridge.org.au Aged and dementia services provides innovative, flexible, person centred options for frail aged, people with dementia and related disorders designed to Montessori philosophy. Disability services provide support to people aged 0-65 with a disability. Multicultural Communities Council GC Inc Aged/Disability Day Respite 1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W mccgc.com.au Day respite services to frail aged and younger people with disabilities and their carers. Provides culturally appropriate respite services such as suitable meals, recreational and social activities. Nerang Community Respite Care Assoc Inc 31 Martin St Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W nerangrespite.org.au Centre based day respite for people who are aged and frail and for adults with physical disabilities. Community focussed day respite for adults with physical disabilities. Domestic assistance, personal care, social support. Centre-based programs. OZcare In-Home Care & Respite PO Box 4094 Robina Town Centre 4230 P W ozcare.org.au Community nursing. Access to in-home care and respite/day respite centres and other support systems. Respite Plus Program All areas P E [email protected] W fsg.org.au Provides a coordination 24 hour service to improve access to respite services for people with disabilities and/or their carers, who face an unpredicted situation out of normal working hours. Will direct to FSG Australia Support Group from 4pm. RSL HomeCare Lawrence Plaza 9-11 Lawrence Dr Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W rslcare.com.au Day respite care and social club held Mon at Galleon Gardens. Ring for further information on times etc. Seniors action groups COTAQ (Council on the Ageing Qld Inc) 2 George St PO Box 2434 Brisbane 4001 P E [email protected] W cotaq.org.au Research, policy development and advocacy by protecting and strengthening the voice of seniors aged 50 and over in Queensland. Core values: Social justice, access, equality, respect for all seniors in Queensland. Help raise awareness seniors make to society. Seniors social clubs/centres Broadbeach/Mermaid Senior Citizens Club TE Peters Dr Broadbeach 4218 P Wide range of activities. Concert the 1st and 3rd Thu of the month at 1pm, indoor bowls Mon and Fri. Excellent entertainment. New members welcome. Burleigh Heads/Miami Senior Citizens 42 Matilda St West Burleigh 4219 P Meets 2nd and 4th Thu 1pm. Indoor bowls Wed and Fri 12.30pm. Cards Fri 9am, Line dancing Tue pm, Square dancing Sat and Scottish Country dancing Thu night. All activities at Maher Hall, Matilda St, Burleigh Heads West. Hall/facilities available for hire. Cedar Cutters Day Club (The) RSL Hall Railway St Mudgeeraba 4213 P E [email protected] W mudgeerabarsl.org A social club for seniors. We provide friendship, fun, mental stimulation and gentle exercise. Guest speakers/entertainers, health and lifestyle information, singing etc. every Tue from 10am - 2pm. Morning tea and lunch provided for a small cost. Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre Inc 2 Gerrard St Coolangatta 4225 P E [email protected] A wide range of activities including: Cards, bus trips, new vogue dancing and lessons, indoor bowls, light exercise, Tai Chi, Mah Jong, free concerts, Qi Gong, 8 Ball, bingo, rock n roll. Ring for information on days and times of activities available. Helensvale Senior Citizens Club Inc Senior Citizens Centre 37 Discovery Dr Helensvale 4212 P E [email protected] Activities include: Indoor bowls, games, concerts, bus outings, picnics, boat trips, mahjong and Tai Chi. A trip per month. Clubrooms Mon - Fri 9am am. Sports activities 3 Thu mornings of the month. Sports meeting 9am - 12noon 1st Thu of the month. Labrador Senior Citizens Centre Inc (Indoor Bowls) 370 Marine Pde Labrador 4215 P E [email protected] Over 50s centre with weekly activities including table tennis, yoga, indoor bowls, craft, art, knitting and crochet, scrabble Tai Chi, weekly concerts and 500, canasta and rummy. National Seniors Australia Nerang Branch PO Box 1361 Earle Plaza Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W nationalseniors.com.au Over 50 s national seniors group. Meets: 4th Wed of the month at 5.30pm at All Sports Club, Leagues Dr, Nerang. Guest speakers, social outings, morning teas, Petanque, bistro on premises. Visitors and new members welcome. National Seniors Australia Paradise Point Branch PO Box 794 Paradise Point 4216 P W nationalseniors.com.au Takes up issues with Local, State or Federal Governments. Coach trips, guest speakers. BBQ s to enjoy the company 174

12 of members and visitors. Meets on the 2nd Mon of each month at 9.45am at the Paradise Point Bowls Club. National Seniors Australia Robina Branch Inc PO Box 3901 Robina Town Centre 4230 P W nationalseniors.com.au A lobby organisation presenting to State and Federal Governments issues raised by members that have a negative effect on 50 and over about to retire or those in retirement. Meet 3rd Tue each month 9.30am at Robina Community Centre. Dagmar No meeting Jan. Nerang Senior Citizens Club Inc PO Box 236 Nerang 4211 P We are a social group for seniors. Our activities include bingo, cards, bowls, needle work and quilting, and we also have regular bus trips. Palm Beach Happy Group Share n Care Centre 10th Ave Palm Beach 4221 P W sharencare.com.au Social interaction for the disabled and the elderly. Transport provided where possible. Bingo, sing-a-longs, entertainment and outings. Meet every Fri from 9am - 12noon. For Meals on Wheels phone Palm Beach Share n Care Centre Inc 10th Ave Palm Beach 4221 P W sharencare.com.au Range of activities offered to the over 50 s 7 days a week. Activities offered include cards, dancing, bingo, etc. Ring for further information on day and night activities. Midday meals available Tue and Wed. For Palm Beach Meals on Wheels phone Paradise Point Senior Citizens Assoc Inc Community Hall Paradise Point 4216 P W nationalseniors.com.au For citizens 50yrs and over. Bowls/Mah Jong/cards. Monthly coach trips, cultural outings and painting classes. Ring for details of other activities, days and times. Runaway Bay & District Senior Citizens Assoc Club Inc Lae Dr Runaway Bay 4216 P Offering cards, crafts, indoor bowls, Tai Chi, darts, and bus trips. Ring for days and times of activities. Southern GC 60 & Better Program Inc 33 Guineas Creek Road P E [email protected] W 60bettergoldcoast.com.au Program promotes active healthy ageing, friendship and cultural activities in a diverse range of activities: Tai Chi, art and craft, exercise classes, walking groups, line dancing, card games, mahjong, table tennis and digital photography. Social outings. Services for specific medical conditions or disability Arthritis & Osteoporosis Queensland PO Box 2121 Lutwyche 4030 P E [email protected] W arthritis.org.au Through a Helpline ( ), web and print information and seminars, the organisation supports people living with the more than 150 forms of arthritis and with osteoporosis. Asthma Foundation Qld PO Box 394 Fortitude Valley 4006 P E [email protected] W asthmafoundation.org.au Asthma education and support for parents of children with asthma or adult sufferers. Literature and tapes available. Workshops for adults and parents. Diabetes Resource Centre - University Hospital 1 Hospital Blvd Southport 4215 P W health.qld.gov.au/goldcoasthealth Diabetes Nurse Educator in attendance from 8am - 4pm Mon to Fri. In emergency ring or attend Emergency at the Gold Coast University Hospital. Helpline phone A/h David Irvine Epilepsy Action Australia GPO Box 9878 in your capital city P E [email protected] W epilepsy.org.au The largest provider of specialist epilepsy services in the community for people with epilepsy and other seizure disorders, their carers, families and the broader community. Huntingtons Queensland 385 Ipswich Road Annerley 4103 P E [email protected] W qahda.com Support, counselling and education for people affected by Huntington s disease and their carers. Ozcare Dementia Advisory Support Service High Field Dr Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W dementiasupport.com.au HACC-funded program that provides face-to-face support for people living with dementia and their carers through the provision of information, counselling and support at the local level. Social and recreational Accessible fishing platforms P W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/thegoldcoast/ fishing-locations-by-suburb-3080.html Fishing platforms facilitate easy access and links to some of the best fishing spots in the region. Beach Access Points & Platforms for Wheelchairs P W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/community/ beach-access-points-platforms-forwheelchairs-2981.html The locations of beach access points for wheelchairs are listed in groupings of suburbs. For details go to website. Beach wheelchair loans Recreation and Sport Owen Park, Queen St, Southport 4215 P for booking E [email protected] W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/community/ beach-access-points-platforms-forwheelchairs-2981.html Available Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm. A larger vehicle is required to transport the chair which must be picked up and returned to Owen Park within office hours. $20 deposit. 175

13 Beach wheelchair loans (Cerebral Palsy League of Qld - GC Centre ) 183 Varsity Pde Varsity Lakes 4227 P E [email protected] W cplqld.org.au Cost free. Available 7 days a week. Beach wheelchair loans (Tallebudgera Surf Life Saving Club) 1505 Highway North Palm Beach 4221 P E [email protected] W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/community/ beach-access-points-platforms-forwheelchairs-2981.html Beach wheelchairs are available for loan. No cost. Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre Inc 2 Gerrard St Coolangatta 4225 P E [email protected] W coolangattaseniors.com.au Provides opportunities for seniors to participate in activities including eight ball, bingo, bus trips, cards, dancing lessons, hairdressing, beauty treatment, indoor bowls,library, light exercise, Mah-Jong, qigong, Tai Chi, variety concerts and monthly bus trips. City of - Active and Healthy Program City-wide P E [email protected] W gcparks.com.au City-wide program offering weekly free or low cost active and healthy activities for the whole community including seniors and people with disabilities. City of - Broadwater Parklands Marine Pde Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W gcparks.com.au The Broadwater Parklands is now a stateof- the- art recreational asset for Gold Coast City residents and regional, national and international visitors. City of - Regional Botanic Gardens Ashmore Road, Benowa, opposite Benowa State High School 4217 P E [email protected] W gcparks.com.au The Regional Botanic Gardens are a must see for tourists and locals alike. The Gardens are set on 31 hectares, just 10 minutes drive from central Surfers Paradise. City of - Library Service City-wide P E [email protected]. W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/library With 13 library branches and a mobile library service, Libraries provides access to nearly one million items in regular and large print, audio and electronic formats, as well as free community access to computers, wifi, and community meeting rooms. GC Master Rowers PO Box 3742 Burleigh Town 4220 P E [email protected] W rowingqld.asn.au/club/gold-coastmasterrowers Recreational and competitive rowing for all ages. Learners to retired rowers always welcome. Labrador Senior Citizens Centre Inc (Indoor Bowls) 370 Marine Pde Labrador 4215 P E [email protected] Over 50s centre with weekly activities including table tennis, yoga, indoor bowls, craft, art, knitting and crochet, scrabble Tai Chi, weekly concerts and 500, canasta and rummy. PresCare - Friendship Club 1 Shepparton Rd Helensvale 4212 P E prescare.org.au Northlinks Presbyterian Church at Helensvale, offers a Friendship Club for seniors (clients), where the participants identify what activities they would like to do. Current activities include lunch, enjoying music and learning something new from an interest Rhythm in motion dance group Helensvale Community Centre 31 Discovery Dr Helensvale 4212 P E [email protected] Held at Helensvale Community Centre every Wednesday from to 11.30am. Ladies sequence dancing for fun, fitness and friendship. Senior Shopper PO Box 524, Spring Hill 4004 P E [email protected] W seniorshopper.com.au An independent telephone shopping service to help Seniors card members obtain discounts on a range of goods and services for the cost of a local call anywhere in Queensland. U3A North GC Inc PO Box 64 Paradise Point Billington St, Labrador P E [email protected] W u3anorthgc.com Academic and lifestyle courses for the over 50 s. Provide social interaction and mental stimulus. Learning for the joy of learning. Guest speakers. Members encouraged to participate by teaching, learning or assisting. Support and services Assoc of Independent Retirees Ltd (GC Branch) PO Box 308 Southport Business Centre Southport 4215 P E [email protected] A non-party political, non-profit organisation made up of fully and partly self-funded retirees. Staffed by volunteers. Care & Concern - Burleigh Heads Parish 3 Sunlight Dr Burleigh Heads 4220 P E [email protected] Volunteer group who provide transport for doctor and hospital appointments and visit the lonely or incapacitated. Do other tasks e.g. shopping. Contact the Office: Tue, Thu and Sat 9.30am am. New volunteers needed. Care & Concern - Nerang Catholic Parish Nerang 4211 P Visitation, transport, odd jobs, home help for sick and incapacitated, chronic diseases and elderly people. Help by volunteers. 176

14 Care & Concern - Southport Catholic Parish PO Box 216 Ashmore City 4214 P E [email protected] W scp.org.au Transport to doctor, dentist, physio, specialist appointments and some shopping for elderly, sick and incapacitated also visitation. Areas covered Southport, Ashmore and Labrador. Office: Mon - Fri 8.30am - 5pm. Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre - South Coast 23 Main St Varsity Lakes 4227 P E [email protected] W commcarelink.health.gov.au Information on a wide range of community care programs for the aged and those with a disability (any age) to help them stay in their own home. Information on nursing and carer respite care, household help, allied health, meal services, etc. Elder Abuse Prevention Unit Help Line PO Box 2376 Chermside Central 4032 P E [email protected] W eapu.com.au Promoting the right of older people to live free from abuse. Offers a free confidential State-wide helpline for support, information and referrals, for those experiencing or witnessing abuse to older persons by people they know. Multicultural Communities Council GC Inc Older Persons Action Program 1 Dominions Rd Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W mccgc.com.au Supports seniors, identifies and addresses their needs, encourages independence, promotes participation, provides social contact. Qld Aged and Disability Advocacy Inc (QADA) 121 Copperfield St Geebung 4034 P E [email protected] W qada.org.au Helps to resolve issues for older people and younger ones with a disability and recipients of aged care packages (HACC, EACH) or residential care, etc. Supports them to be heard. State-wide advocacy service to enable people to exercise their rights. Qld Community Care Network Inc PO Box 1861 Springwood 4127 P E [email protected] W qccn.org.au Program run by Community Care Network. Community Visitors Scheme visiting aged care homes. 100 plus club available to centenarians. New volunteers always welcome. Safe & Confident Living (OPAP) Suite 4 South Bldg 34 Glenferrie Dr Robina 4226 P E [email protected] W care.cofcqld.com.au Aims to support older people living at home who are experiencing loneliness or social isolation by reconnecting them with the community and improving their social participation. Also facilitates Cooking for 1 or 2 program for age 55 and over. Support groups Blue Care Grief Recovery Program 88 Muir St Labrador 4215 P E [email protected] An eight-week course to support those grieving the death of a loved one. Carers Qld Inc - Region Support Group 2/1154 GC Hwy Palm Beach 4221 P E [email protected] W carersqld.asn.au Providing support for unpaid carers in the community (people who care for family members or neighbours) via support groups and services, counselling (oneon-one, phone) advocacy, information, programs, retreats and social clubs. Currumbin Palm Beach RSL - Veterans Support Centre PO Box 7 Currumbin 4223 P E [email protected] W currumbinrsl.com.au Providing helpful advice and friendly assistance with Disability Pension and Compensation Advocacy services, and Welfare support to the veterans community and their dependants. GC Supporting Ostomates Needs Group (SONG) P E [email protected] Facebook.com/goldcoastostomysupport Non-medical support for persons with pre/ post stomas. Heart Support GC Inc P E [email protected] W meetup.comheart-support-goldcoast Supporting people with heart disease on the. LARF (Lung and Respiratory Friends) P E [email protected] Support group for people who have breathing difficulties caused by all types of respiratory conditions and their families. Activities include social lunches, meetings and education. Motor Neurone Disease Support Group P E [email protected] W mndnsw.asn.au Support group for carers of people with Motor Neurone Disease. meets every second Wed of the month. NSW meets every 1st Wed of the month Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group Price St, Nerang 4211 P E [email protected] W msq.org.au A non-profit organisation that aims to be the first-choice for MS information, education, treatment, care and support across Queensland. Parkinson s Society Inc PO Box 6096 GCMC Bundall 9726 P E [email protected] Support Group for sufferers, carers and family members of Parkinsons meet monthly at Broadbeach and Helensvale. One-on-one discussions for those in need and those newly diagnosed. 177

15 Salvation Army Bereaved By Suicide Support Group Salvo Care line W salvos.org.au A support group for the special needs of people who have lost a loved one to suicide. Stroke Support Group 9 Charlton St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W goldcoaststrokesupportgroup.org.au Meets on first Wednesday of each month (except January). Telephone reassurance programs Australian Red Cross Queensland Telecross 6 Welch St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W redcross.org.au Telecross is a free service providing a daily reassurance call to people who are isolated and at risk of an accident or illness that may go unnoticed. Provides reassurance for people who are frail and aged, with a disability, housebound, recovering from an illness. St John Ambulance Silver Cord - telephone reassurance service PO Box 165 Fortitude Valley 4006 P E [email protected] W stjohnqld.com.au Silver Cord Service is a telephone reassurance service for people who are HACC - eligible or particularly at risk of becoming socially isolated and require some support to remain independent in their own home. Telephone support and information Alzheimers Australia (Qld) Inc PO Box 1669 Mudgeeraba 4213 P E [email protected] W fightdementia.org.au/queensland If you have memory concerns, or are caring for someone with a memory problem. Free information, support and counselling is available from the Alzheimer s Australia (Qld) National Dementia Helpline Also provides community education and courses. Alzheimer s Qld Dementia Help Line - Freecall 24 Hour 47 Tryon St Upper Mt Gravatt QLD 4122 P E [email protected] W alzheimersonline.org Provides support for people with dementia, their family and carers, and gives information about other services. Refers people to the appropriate services. Carers Qld Inc Info and Referral & Intake Line Brisbane 4000 P W carersqld.asn.au Information, referral and support service for family carers in the home. Peak body for carers offers emotional support, carers support and counselling. Telephone above number to obtain assistance for carers. Contact Fri 9am - 5pm. Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre - South Coast 23 Main St Varsity Lakes 4227 P E [email protected] W commcarelink.health.gov.au Information on a wide range of community care programs for the aged and those with a disability (any age) to help them stay in their own home. Information on nursing and carer respite care, household help, allied health, meal services, etc. Grandparents Information Qld PO Box 2376 Chermside 4032 P E [email protected] W grandparentsqld.com.au A free state-wide information and referral service for Queensland grandparents raising grandchildren. Trained telephone counsellors provide information on Financial/Legal assistance, parenting support, child care, support groups, etc. Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm. Seniors Enquiry Line PO Box 2376 Chermside 4032 P E [email protected] W seniorsenquiryline.com.au State-wide information and referral service. One call gives access to information on topics of interest to seniors on concessions, social activities, household assistance, health, education, transport, retirement accommodation, leisure, finance, etc. Telechat 6 Welch St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W redcross.org.au Telechat is a free Red Cross social telephone call to people living in the community to provide support, friendship and community connection. Telecross 6 Welch St Southport 4215 P E [email protected] W redcross.org.au A free Red Cross service that provides a daily reassurance call to ensure the physical well-being of clients, who could be frail, elderly or disabled or socially or geographically isolated. Calls made by volunteers from Telecross. Welfare Rights Centre Inc (Qld) Advice Line PO Box 293 Fortitude Valley 4006 P E [email protected] W wrcqld.org.au A community legal centre that provides independent information and free legal advice to individuals about Social Security and Disability Discrimination Law. We may also provide legal representation. All initial contact is via the telephone. Transport Care & Concern - Burleigh Heads Parish 3 Sunlight Dr Burleigh Heads 4220 P E [email protected] Volunteer group who provide transport for doctor and hospital appointments and visit the lonely or incapacitated. Care & Concern - Coolangatta-Tugun Coolangatta 4225 P E [email protected] W goldcoastcatholic.com.au/coolangattatugun Volunteers transport frail elderly, sick and incapacitated from their homes or nursing homes to medical appointments or hospital. 178

16 Care & Concern - Nerang Catholic Parish Nerang 4211 P Visitation, transport, odd jobs, home help for sick and incapacitated, chronic diseases and elderly people. Help by volunteers. Care & Concern - Southport Catholic Parish PO Box 216 Ashmore City 4214 P E [email protected] W scp.org.au Transport to doctor, dentist, physio, specialist appointments and some shopping for elderly, sick and incapacitated also visitation. Care & Concern - Surfers Paradise 50 Fairway Dr Clear Island Waters 4226 P E [email protected] Volunteer transport service for the elderly to go to medical and health related appointments only. Dept of Transport and Main Roads - Accessible bus stops in Regional Queensland City-wide P W tmr.qld.gov.au/travel-and-transport/ Disability-access-and-mobility/Accessibleregional-bus-stops.aspx All public transport services, including associated vehicles and infrastructure, are subject to commonwealth disability standards. Dept of Transport and Main Roads - Accessible Public Transport PO Box 673 Fortitude Valley 4006 P E [email protected] W tmr.qld.gov.au/travel-and-transport/ Disability-access-and-mobility/Accessiblepublic-transport-standards.aspx Information for transport operators and customers about transport standards for people with mobility aids and accessibility on public transport. Dept of Transport and Main Roads - Disability parking scheme permit PO Box 525 Fortitude Valley 4006 P W tmr.qld.gov.au/travel-and-transport/ Disability-access-and-mobility/Disability Parking-Permit-Scheme.aspx We administer the disability parking permit scheme and issue permits to people with mobility impairment. Dept of Transport and Main Roads - Taxi subsidy scheme P W tmr.qld.gov.au/business-industry/taxiand-limousine/taxi-subsidy-scheme.aspx The taxi subsidy scheme is an initiative that subsidises taxi travel for persons with severe disabilities. Dept of Transport and Main Roads - TPI/EDA Veteran Travel Pass Reply Paid 1139 Eagle Farm 4009 P E [email protected]. W translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/ concessions/tpi-eda-veteran-travel-pass The Totally and Permanently Incapacitated/ Extreme Disablement Adjustment Veteran Travel Pass (TPI/EDA Veteran Travel Pass) entitles eligible TPI/EDA ex-service men and women to unlimited free travel on many public transport services. Dept of Transport and Main Roads - Vision Impairment Travel Pass PO Box 1139 Eagle Farm Qld 4009 P E [email protected] W translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/ concessions/vision-impairment-travelpass A Vision Impairment Travel Pass entitles the holder to free travel on all TransLink bus, train and ferry services (except Airtrain services) and qconnect urban bus services. GC Cabs - Council Cabs Service 11 Millennium Circuit Helensvale 4212 P E [email protected] W gccabs.com.au City of Cabs assists older people and those with a disability with travel by Taxi to their local shopping centre on Tue/Wed and Thu for a cost of $2 each way. Door to door service. GC Community Transport Inc PO Box 7209 GCMC Bundall 4217 P E [email protected] W gcrs.com.au Two buses for group bookings with wheelchair loading facilities available to groups of people on the with disabilities. Must make an application for bookings. Have drivers. Not available for nursing homes. Transcord Community Transport Organisation Inc Unit 12/115 Currumburra Rd Ashmore 4214 P E [email protected] W transcord.com.au Community transport (medical appointments etc. - excludes shopping) for HAAC eligible clients and younger people with disabilities and their carers and also the frail aged. Contact for assessment Mon - Fri. Translink GPO Box 50 Brisbane 4001 P W translink.com.au We facilitate passenger transport services for Queenslanders and aim to provide a single integrated transport network accessible to everyone. Volunteering GC Transport Services 2074 Highway Miami 4220 P W volunteeringgc.org.au Volunteering provides community transport options to the public funded by three levels of government. Travel and tourism City of - Access P TIS W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/accessweb/t_gccc_ access.aspx Website provides seniors and people with disabilities or a range of impairments, information about the levels of accessibility of venues, attractions and activities in Gold Coast City. Tallebudgera Active Recreation Centre (Dept of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing) 1525 GC Hwy North Palm Beach 4221 P E [email protected] W nprsr.qld.gov.au The centre offers accommodation in two single and double-storey buildings which feature amenities designed for people with disabilities 179