Organisations - Support, Welfare |
| About Seniors This site aims to provide a comprehensive list of sites of interest and relvance to seniors, retirees, veterans, pensioners and carers. Links cover relevant government departments, finance, lifestyle and health information; some sections are arranged by state. A discussion list is also available. |
| Aged Care Queensland An association of organisations concerned with the provision of care and accommodation services to aged or disabled Queenslanders. The site lists facilities by region, vacancies in a range of accommodation types, positions vacant for workers and provides many links to relevant sites. Details of courses run by association for aged care workers are provided. It has an on-line store for industry related items. |
| Alcoholics Anonymous Brisbane Central Service Office The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Website includes links to Recovery Online, Your Pathfinder guide to all Queensland AA meetings and related sites. |
| Australian Community Safety & Research Organisation Based in Lutwyche, Brisbane the national crime prevention organisation has information on its accommodation, education, training and employment services. See also research, publications, issues and national campaigns. |
| Australian Pensioners' and Superannuants League Qld. Inc. Site provides membership and mission details of AP&SL, "... a voluntary lobby group made up of pensioners and superannuants." |
| Australian Red Cross Queensland Non-profit organisation with a mission "to prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found". Website includes services, news and events, history, mission, first aid, health and safety, volunteers and members, donations, a youth site, and links to other sites including the Desperate & Dateless Ball. |
| Beenleigh Area Youth Service BAYS is an organisation that supports young people. Its website provides information on its activities and projects and gives contact details. |
| Brisbane East Interagency/Network The first aim of the Network is "to facilitate and develop a more integrative, collaborative and cohesive approach to service delivery in the local area for persons aged 50 years and over." Its web site further develops this aim, also listing the participating organisations and groups and giving membership and contact information. |
| Bundaberg Area Sexual Assault Service Inc. (B.A.S.A.S.) "A community based and managed charitable organisation currently funded by Queensland Healths’ Sexual Assault Support and Prevention Programme ... for all women who have experienced Sexual Violence." |
| CareFlight Queensland The Air Medical, Search & Rescue Helicopter Service. |
| Consumers International A non-profit organisation, CI supports, links and represents consumer groups and agencies all over the world. Information is available on international standards, boycotts, campaigns, consumer rights, etc. |
| Consumers online This site provides consumers with links to relevant federal and state government sites. Links are included to relevant legislation, consumer affairs and fair trading websites, dispute resolution and complaint handling sites, product safety and product recall information and to Australian and overseas organisations related to consumer information. |
| Dark Horse Venture The Venture aims to discover the hidden talents and abilities of older people, and put them to creative and practical use. |
| Drugarm DRUG-ARM (Drug Awareness and Relief Movement) is a non-government, non-profit, Queensland based organisation committed to the promotion of a healthy lifestyle without the use of unnecessary drugs. |
| Family Law Reform and Assistance Association The Association provides counselling and advocacy for all those experiencing the emotional and legal problems of a breakdown in a significant relationship. |
| Federation Mountain Rescue Federation Mountain Rescue (FMR) is an autonomous group affiliated with Queensland Emergency Services (QES) and made up principally of bushwallking clubs who promote safe walking internally and are trained and available for search and rescue operations in rugged bush and mountain terrain in south east Queensland. |
| Freight Rail (Disaster) Action Group Community group with concerns about the Queensland Rail Dual Gauge Rail Line running to the Port of Brisbane affecting residents from Yeronga to Wynnum North. |
| Gold Coast Seniors on the net "We provide a forum, a learning place and a social circle where you can reclaim your place in the changing world." Includes description of services and activities. |
| Homelessness Task Force Brisbane This site provides details of a survey conducted in Nov. 1999 to find out how many homeless people are living in inner Brisbane. It also lists places where the homeless can seek help, for example for counseling, clothing, housing, cheap food, etc. |
| Immigrant Women's Support Service The Immigrant Women's Support Service (IWSS) is a community based organisation which works with women and children of non-English speaking background who are or have been in violent domestic situations and/or have experienced rape and/or sexual assault. |
| Independent Living Centre of Queensland A support centre to facilitate choice by providing information and professional advice about aids, equipment, technology and design for people with disabilities and their carers. |
| Ipswich Tpi Centre Ipswich. "This Centre exists to provide companionship, assistance, advocacy and support for ex-service men and women, in the Ipswich area, who have been classified as totally and permanently incapacitated as a result of service-related injury or illness." |
| Jimboomba Rural Fire Brigade Jimboomba Rural Fire Brigade proudly protects 6200 people living in an area of 325 square kilometers. |
| Jupiters Casino Community Benefit Fund "Administering the community benefit levy paid by the Jupiters and Conrad International Treasury Casinos." It recommends how grants should be dispersed to non-profit community organisations. |
| Legal Aid Queensland This site provides access to legal information for the community covering a range of topics on civil, criminal and family law. It includes a searchable directory of organisations, a dictionary of legal terms, extensive links and well-organised FAQs. Written in "layman's" terms, it presents legal situations, laws, procedures and processes in plain English without the convoluted legal jargon. Also includes contact and location details of all Brisbane and regional offices. |
| National Drugs Campaign This site contains information for families, communities, service providers and the media for the fight against drugs. 16 languages are represented. |
| Older Women's Network, Queensland, Australia OWN offers programs and activities for women to promote healthy ageing, encourage self-confidence and reduce isolation. Their site includes a list of groups and events, plus a newsletter. |
| ONTrack: real skills rural future Site provides information on various rural careers and industry sectors under topics such as Organisations, health, be the boss, on the farm, exporting, in the city, rural services, animal care, viticulture, landscape, cropping, nursery, turf, dairy, flowers, livestock, fruit and vegetable, environment, aquaculture and parks and gardens. Includes details of the relevant apprenticeships, training courses and links to web sites providing wages and work opportunity information. |
| Protective Behaviours Consultancy Group (Qld) Inc. A community based organisation educating children and adults in the Protective Behaviours Program. |
| Queensland Anaesthesia Site supporting specialist, professional education in the field of anaesthesia with free online tutorials, multiple choice questions, courses, resources and a discussion board. |
| Queensland Association for Gifted & Talented Children Inc. The QAGTC is an open association of people who share a common interest in gifted and talented children. |
| Queensland Crime Stoppers Crime Stoppers is a community-based initiative which encourages members of the community to provide information on Wanted Persons and Unsolved Crimes as well as information on persons they know that have committed criminal offences and have not been arrested |
| Queensland Law Society Inc. The Society is the state’s "professional association for solicitors, lawyers and attorneys." The members section of their site covers topics such as requirements to practise, the members’ library, and professional advice; the public section describes a range of public services including legal information, education programs for legal studies students, and information regarding making a complaint against your solicitor. Click on "legal information" to obtain a number of online brochures and booklets on subjects such as 20/20 consultation ($20 for a 20 minute consultation with a solicitor), alternative dispute resolution, buying or selling a home, injured at work, making your will, power of attorney and professional standards |
| Queensland Rural Women's Network Inc The QRWN web site includes its history and management structure, membership details, information on conferences, initiatives and coming events, as well as links to other useful web sites. |
| Queensland Writers' Centre "The Queensland Writers Centre is the premier organisation for writers and writing in Queensland, providing specialised services to the writing community." Site includes details of services, projects and the current calendar of workshops and masterclasses. |
| Ripley Valley Rural Fire Brigade Info about the Brigade protecting the Communities of Ripley, Goolman, Purga, White Rock, Spring Mountain, Springfield and a Member Brigade of Ipswich Rural Fire Group |
| Second Chance Foundation The Foundation is a non-profit company that believes "that people with criminal records have the same rights to employment as other citizens." They provide training and initiative programs, plus a register of potential employers in Brisbane. Others registers may be established in south-east Queensland (Aug. 2001). |
| Sexual Assault Support Service "For women who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives." |
| St. Vincent's Community Services 38 Warry St, FORTITUDE VALLEY, Brisbane St Vincent's Community Services is a leading non-profit organisation that provides a wide range of Community and Health Services. These services are available to all members of the community. Consistent with Christian values these services are delivered compassionately and professionally. |
| Victims of Crime Association of Queensland Includes contact information, services, effects of crime and victims' rights. |
| Volunteer Marine Rescue Association Queensland Inc. As the administrative body for all volunteer marine rescue units in Queensland the Association develops and implements State wide policies. The comprehensive website includes VMRAQ history, code of conduct, model rules, health and safety, services offered and links to coastal webcams, boating safety, tide times and weather forecasts. |
| Volunteer Marine Rescue, Victoria Point (V.M.R.441) Details about the Unit and its search and rescue activities, which include rescuing injured marine animals; plus information about weather services, distress calls, radio equipment, etc. The Unit also produces a free monthly magazine called Bay patrol. |
| Volunteering Queensland Information about volunteer opportunities, training policies, placements and publications. |
| Wattlecamp Rural Fire Brigade Covers Wattlecamp in the South Burnett Region of South East Queensland. |
| WISBIS This portal site is for women small business owners/managers who want to learn new skills, obtain information, or seek help via chat lines/mentoring systems. There are separate listings for business startups and exits. |
| Women Welcome Women An International friendship organistion for women. |
| Women's Information and Support Services (WISS) "Located at Alderley, Brisbane, the service provides low-cost as well as free information and support services for women, including assistance with relationship issues, stress and anxiety management, work-place re-entry, public speaking, internet training, resumes and letter writing." |
| Women's Network Australia A Queensland-based organisation offering an excellent range of membership benefits. |
| Queensland Welfare Rights Centre The Welfare rights Centre is an independent community legal centre specialising in issues relating to social security and income support. We provide free independent and confidential legal advice and representation on problems with Centrelink, Austudy and Abstudy.. Email: mailbox@socialchange.net.au |
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