Extra money for Meals on Wheels

Woy Woy Meals on Wheels will be among local organisations to receive extra State Government funding.

"The extra will give a helping hand to volunteers who give their time to do things like deliver meals or care for someone with a disability," said Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews.

"This funding will go to help volunteers pay for their skyrocketing petrol costs so they can keep helping the frail, elderly and people with a disability in our community," Ms Andrews said.

"The team here at Woy Woy Meals on Wheels provide meals to those in our community who aren't able to cook for themselves."

"Our local volunteers do a terrific job and provide an invaluable contribution to the community, often at their own personal cost.

"Without volunteers, organisations like Meals on Wheels would simply cease to exist and that's why they deserve our gratitude and support."

Ms Andrews said organisations operating through the Home and Community Care program would be able to access the additional funding.

Press release, 7 Aug 2008 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford