NSW Health: There are lots of ways to stay in touch, even if you're at home
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Supports for older people experiencing anxiety or isolation:
Telecross Service: Provide daily telephone calls to those living alone and at risk of an accident or illness. Available through the National Disability and Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and My Aged Care. Phone 1300 885 698
Keeping in touch using video calls: Technology can help you to keep in touch with family, friends and loved ones to help you to stay connected and overcome feelings of loneliness. Age UK provides step-by-step instructions for video calling using different devices.
Relationship Australia 1300 364 277
- Let’s Talk Elder Support and Mediation service assists to resolve or prevent interpersonal differences.
- Reconnect Wellbeing Support assists older adults, who are experiencing loss, isolation and disconnection as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reconnect Wellbeing Support program: helps older adults experiencing loss, isolation and disconnection as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Phone: 1300 364 277
Meet up - seniors group: online virtual groups for older people with computer ability
Friendline: a more general conversational chat for those feeling lonely
Listening Ear: free confidential community support and counselling service
Blacktown council: COVID-19 wellness contact card
Social Support Service for vulnerable isolated people during lockdown:
COVID-19 Welfare Calls for Vulnerable residents of Blacktown City.
Free for older Blacktown LGA residents who need regular welfare checks. There is no need for My Aged Care referral, and clients do not have to be on CHSP or Home Care package. Please email clients name, contact phone number, language preference, suburb and age range (60, 70, 80, 90s) to: Community Development Officer Dharshini Perera.
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