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Supporting people in financial crises Scam warning We are aware of unauthorised websites and social media accounts giving false information about the national No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS). You should get your information only from this website or the Good Shepherd website (Opens in a new tab/window) .   If you …

Suitable accommodation and supports Numbers of younger people impacted   The number of younger people living in, and entering, residential aged care has reduced significantly. It is also continuing to decrease.   As of 30 June 2024, there were 1,271 people under the age of 65 living in residential aged care in …

Deductible Gift Recipient status for marriage education programs Approval to conduct marriage education programs The Minister for Social Services can approve an organisation to conduct marriage education programs under the Marriage Act 1961 (Opens in a new tab/window) . This pre-approval does not mean providers or …

Disability employment reforms About the reforms No Australian with disability should be left behind. People with disability, injury or a health condition should have equal opportunities to gain employment. The disability employment reforms will deliver on the vision for a stronger and more inclusive Australia for …

Assistance for the Bali bombing About the Bali Lifetime Rehabilitation Assistance Package Under the Bali Lifetime Rehabilitation Assistance Package, the Australian Government provides lifetime assistance for out-of-pocket expenses for rehabilitation care to eligible Australians injured in the 12 October 2002 and 1 …

International disability rights Australia is one of over 190 countries or states committed to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Opens in …

National Autism Strategy About the National Autism Strategy   In 2022, the Australian Government announced the development of a National Autism Strategy.   The strategy will be for all autistic Australians. It will cover key reform areas including access to services, healthcare, education, and employment. It will help …

Funding for disability projects About the program   These projects create connections between people with disability and their communities. Projects aim to build knowledge, skills and confidence. They improve access to community and mainstream services.   Grant funding opportunities   ILC comprises 4 programs:   …

Mental health support Work and study support    The Individual Placement and Support (IPS) program and the Digital Work and Study Service (DWSS) help people with mental ill health achieve their work or study goals. One-on-one support is provided through:   headspace centre work and study for young people   headspace …

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