Individuals and families
- Last updated:
- 02 Jun 2020
Information and support for individuals and families during COVID-19.
- One Place
A ‘one-stop shop’ to access a range of community support services available on the Sunshine Coast - Red Cross COVID Connect
Provide support and community connection for adults of all ages who are not in regular social contact and are experiencing isolation or loneliness. - #GivingTuesdayNow
Each Tuesday during May, Australians can give back, with a focus on giving thanks, giving local, giving time, and giving together - Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Information on COVID-19 scams - RSPCA
COVID-19 My Pets and Me - Queensland Law Society
Information about the impact of COVID-19 on proceedings in courts, commissions and tribunals - Community Legal Centres Queensland
Resources on legal help and support - Justice of the Peace
Find a Justice of the Peace (JP) or Commissioner for Declarations (Cdec) in your local area - Cleaning tips
Queensland Government COVID-19 cleaning and disinfection recommendations
Health and mental health
- RUOK?
Has tips about looking out for family members or friends who are struggling - Family Drug Support
24/7 telephone support and additional resources, tools and videos - Alliance for Suicide
Offering free online suicide alertness training - Telehealth
Videoconference with your doctor from your PC, Laptop or through an app on your tablet or smart phone - myMedKit
Australian prescription app that allows you to get your prescription and over-the-counter items delivered. - DV Connect
Includes Womensline, Mensline, Sexual Assault Line and 1800 RESPECT
Young people
- The Youth Advocacy Centre
COVID-19 legal information for young people - Fusion Youth
Providing a number of virtual programs for young people
Seniors
Older people and carers are encouraged to call 1800 171 866 to get the critical information they need to stay healthy and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Seniors Enquiry Line
Help with concessions, social activities, household assistance, accommodation, financial and legal matters, health, education, transport and many other issues, call 1300 135 500. - My Aged Care
Information and support for older Australians on COVID-19 - Home Assist Secure
Queenslanders aged 60 years and over who can’t perform or pay for critical home maintenance - Better Together
Supports older people in the Sunshine Coast to meet with like-minded people and connect with local services
People with a disability
Contact the community Recovery Hotline on 1800 173 349 to request essential food, household items and medicines
- Queenslanders with Disability Network
Access an Emergency Preparedness Planning Tool to outline how to make a plan that is tailored to your unique support needs - People with Disability Australia
Updated information and resources throughout the COVID-19 crisis. - National Disability Insurance Agency
Coronavirus information and advice. Clients can phone1800 800 10 or assistance of email enquiries@ndis.gov.au