Advocacy And Support For Seniors

Supporting local seniors is at the heart of the work being done at the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre. Through dedicated programs and practical assistance, the Centre is helping older residents navigate the often complex world of aged care services, government support and essential paperwork.

Desley Di Bella, the Centre’s Elderly Inclusion Facilitator, plays a key role in delivering this support. Desley provides personalised, one-on-one advocacy for seniors across the community, with the aim of ensuring that every individual feels informed, supported and empowered to access the services they need.

This support covers a wide range of practical tasks, including assistance with completing and submitting various forms and documents, as well as liaising directly with agencies such as My Aged Care, Centrelink, medical clinics and specialist services on behalf of clients.

Desley also offers help with coordinating appointments, making phone calls and managing email communications to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Justice of the Peace (JP) services are also available, including the certifying and witnessing of important documents.

No matter what kind of help is needed, the goal remains the same. With a caring desire for seniors in this region to feel supported, informed and confident in accessing the assistance they need.

Appointments can be made by contacting The Hub on 07 4776 1822. They also have many other supportive services, not just for seniors, and many community groups to participate in as well. Give the HUB a call or check out their website at www.hcsc.org.au and see what the Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre can help you with today!