Personal Support

PERSONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM

The Personal Support Programme is designed to help people who are receiving income support from the Government stay connected to the community.

The aim of the programme is designed to help jobseekers who are experiencing complex or difficult personal circumstances and assist them achieve their goals. For example, this programme can help people who have barriers to employment but who wish to commence a job assistance programme such as Job Placement.

The type of assistance available from this programme includes:

	Counselling and personal support
	Referral and advocacy to other resources
	Practical support (eg, assistance to attend interviews)
	Outreach activities
	Assessment and help with goals and plans

How to Register

Call our Personal Support Programme Officer to see if you are eligible for this type of assistance.
You can call

FREECALL 1800 066 992

OR (02) 6762 1300.

Alternatively, you can e-mail our office at pvte@peelvalley.com.au.

If you think you are eligible for personal support, you need to contact your local Centrelink Office to be assessed and referred onto the programme. You can be assured that your confidentiality will be maintained at all times.