Centre receives $80,000 for HACC
The Peninsula Community Centre will be allocated almost $80,000 for minor home modifications and an office relocation undertaken by its Home and Community Care service.
"Home and Community Care delivers affordable and accessible care to help meet the individual needs of older people and their carers," Member for Robertson Ms Belinda Neal said.
"This can include help with household chores, home maintenance and modification, transport, meals, personal care and allied health and nursing care.
"We know that as people age they want to remain independent and in their own homes and communities.
"Home and Community Care services help many people stay at home rather than move prematurely into residential care.
"This funding will benefit older people and people with a disability in our community who require some assistance with everyday living."
The funding is part of a joint initiative between the Federal and State Governments supporting Home and Community Care services which includes more than $650,000 for the Robertson electorate.
Press release, 15 Jun 2009
Belinda Neal, Member for Robertson