Council is aware of, and investigating, temporary low water pressure issues currently affecting parts of Redland Bay. City Water teams are working to rectify this issue as quickly as possible. At this time, there’s no action required by residents unless your water supply stops entirely. In this instance, please contact Council immediately.
Home maintenance and modification services are funded by both the State and Federal Governments and each have different eligibility criteria and benefits. STAR has been awarded the Federal Government contract to deliver the services funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program and St Vincent de Paul has been awarded the state contract to deliver the services funded by the State Home Assist Secure Program.
The home maintenance and modification services help eligible residents live safely and independently in their own home. They are available for:
There are a variety of services and service providers available that you may be eligible to access. For more information on services and service providers in your local area visit My Aged Care.
To be eligible for the State’s Home Assist Secure services, you must meet all these criteria:
To be eligible for the Commonwealth Home Support Programme service you must:
You may require a referral to My Aged Care for Commonwealth Home Support Programme services.
Financial assistance may be available to cover all or part of the labour and material costs of eligible home maintenance and home modifications. Contact the provider to determine your eligibility.
For advice and support contact either St Vincent de Paul Home Assist Secure team on (07) 3231 9020 or Star Community Services - Home Maintenance and Gardening on (07) 3821 6699.