About
Making Ends Meet (MEM) provides financial support and budgeting assistance to individuals and families struggling to make ends meet, helping them manage their finances and avoid debt. MEM provides financial assistance, support and education to working families who are living in private rental accommodation and experiencing significant “housing stress”.
MEM is accessible to families where at least one member of the household is working; they have been in stable accommodation for at least six (6) months and are working with an Anglicare WA Financial Counsellor.
Location Office based in Rockingham (predominately supports South West Metro, Great Southern and other areas where people are linked in with an Anglicare WA Financial Counsellor or Housing Support Worker)
Details
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Who is this service for: Working families who are living in private rental accommodation and experiencing significant “housing stress”
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Costs: This is a free service.
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Waitlist: Wait times can vary depending on the service and demand. Anglicare WA aims to provide support as quickly as possible.
For urgent financial assistance
Please contact the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007.
In case of an emergency, call 000 or Suicide Call Back service on 1300 659 467.
More Information
- In-person support at various Anglicare WA locations across Western Australia.
- Support can be provided over the phone, offering a convenient way to access help.
- Applications via a financial counsellor of Housing case manager.
Budgeting and financial planning.
These services help individuals and families manage their money more effectively. This can include creating a budget, planning for future expenses, and learning how to save and invest wisely.Debt management.
Debt management services help individuals manage and reduce their debt. This can include creating repayment plans, negotiating with creditors, and providing financial education to prevent future debt issues.Financial Assistance.
Payment of household bills and rent arrears for private tenancies. * Support will be maintained until the client's financial situation and housing has stabilized, and the client has tools to manage without further assistance.Working families who are living in private rental accommodation and experiencing significant “housing stress”
Making Ends Meet is accessible to families where at least one member of the household is working; they have been in stable accommodation for at least six (6) months and are working with an Anglicare WA Financial Counsellor.
• MEM provides financial assistance, support and education to working families who are living in private rental accommodation and experiencing significant “housing stress”.
Locations
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