There's lots of help when its hard to make ends meet
Tuesday, 16 April 2024
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Don't suffer is silence, reach out and get help when you need it.
It seems like everything is costing more each week, leaving many of us counting our pennies to make sure we have enough money to cover all our costs.
Increasing costs to housing, electricity, travel and food all quickly add up and create challenges. Here's a few services that can help ease the pressure if you need some support.
Anglicare WA
Anglicare WA services are not about quick fixes. We are here to help you in the long run. We help you put savings in the bank so you don’t have to worry when the fridge suddenly stops working or your car breaks down.
Their no interest loan programs and financial counselling are designed to help you rise above uncertainty and achieve financial confidence. Find out more.
CentrelinkIf you're an Australian resident its always worth checking out what you can claim from Centrelink. Just remember If your study load changes, you must tell Centrelink within 14 days. If you don't keep your info up to date, you may end up having to pay money back. Find out more.
Uniting
Signup to their financial counselling service or register to attend a workshop to build up your budgeting skills. They can also help out when you're in a crisis. Take a look.
Money Smart
Money Smart is a government website that connects people with financial planning information and other support services. Check it out.
National Debt Helpline
This service has people you can talk to on the phone or via an online chat Their site also has heaps of resources to help you keep your finances in check and het you back on track if things have gone astray. See what's on offer.
Salvation Army
The Salvation Army have qualified team that understands that everyone’s finances are different. They can offer you step-by-step advice on how to put your money problems behind you. Take a look.
The Spiers Centre
The Spiers Centre is a organisation that offers financial counselling and assistance grants. Take a look at their services.
Vinnies
The Vinnies team work with a wide range of clients experiencing financial hardship and develop tailor made solutions. See what is on offer.
The Red Cross
The Red Cross also helps people in crisis who are facing financial difficulty. See the type of help they offer.
ECU Guild
The student guild at ECU is also here to help. They can point you in the right direction for great advice or some hardship grant opportunities. Check it out.
ECU Loans
With the aim of assisting you to successfully complete your course and in order to reflect ECU's commitment to improving students' financial situations the University offers interest free loans. See how they work.
Student Success
Student Success are here to assist you with a smooth transition to university and help you to stay on track with your studies so you reach your full potential at ECU. Reach out to this team when you need guidance and help. Find out more.