Legal & Financial

Coronavirus – Government Support for Individuals and Households

As part of the economic response to Corona virus, the Australian Government is providing financial assistance to Australians. This assistance includes income support payments, payments to support households and temporary early releases of superannuation.

Financial Counselling

Financial Counselling - 1800 007 007. Anglicare makes it easy to get help and explore options when challenges relating to money make life difficult.

Tenant Legal Support

**COVID-19 Update - No face-to-face services. Providing support via phone. Also have FAQ's relating to temporary changes to the Residential Tenancy Act.
The Tenants’ Union of Tasmania is a specialist Community Legal Centre for residential tenants.

Elder Relationship Service

Our Elder Relationship Services provides free counselling or mediation for older people and their families.

Estate Planning and Administration Support

We provide a range of specialist estate planning, estate administration and trustee services.

Preparing a Will and enduring power of attorney will be provided free of charge when the Public Trustee is appointed as executor and attorney for seniors and Australian Government Concession card holders.

Jobseeker Payment

Financial help if you’re between 22 and Age Pension age and looking for work. It’s also for when you’re sick or injured and can’t do your usual work or study for a short time.

East Devonport Neighbourhood House

**COVID-19 - The House is currently closed to the public, but we are available for support over the phone, email or facebook.**
East Devonport Neighbourhood House is a warm, friendly and useful place providing lots of choices and opportunity for our community, so they can 'squeeze the most out of life'!

Deloraine House

At Deloraine House you can access a range of low cost activities and programs and get referrals to other services.
** We are remaining open for Emergency Food relief, Free shared produce from our Community Garden and Nils loan applications. **

Elder Abuse Helpline

**COVID-19 Update - the Helpline service is unchanged - we are here 9am-5pm Mon-Friday, except public holidays**

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, the Helpline can provide you with information and support on actions you can take to prevent and respond to the abuse.

Emergency Relief for Temporary Visa Holders

These are emergency relief payments, not income support. We can only provide one-off, limited amounts to help people with essential needs like food and medicine.

Young carers program

Are you under 25 and looking after a family member or friend? The Young Carer Program can link you with services and information to support you and help with the stress and worry you may experience from your caring responsibilities.

Early release of super

If you have been financially affected by COVID-19, you may be able to access some of your superannuation early.