LifeLink Agencies
The ‘mission’ of LifeLink’s social service agencies is to help people in need within the community.
As at 1 November 2011, 12 agencies receive ongoing funding support through LifeLink.
Contact Details
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Emergency Relief and Special Projects
(08) 9427 0311
This is a special agency which affords the Archbishop the opportunity of responding to emergency or special needs which may arise. This fund is directed solely at the Archbishop’s discretion.
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People helping people
(08) 9371 9109
The Shopfront is an initiative funded through Samaritan Projects for the benefit of the Western Australian community. We aim to create a place where we respect the equal dignity of every person we meet. The Shopfront is set up to create a relaxed and homey environment, where all people feel welcome. We offer help and assistance to people who may be experiencing difficulty in their lives, for example: accommodation, budgeting, addiction, violence, loneliness, etc. The Shopfront is run predominately by volunteers, who offer assistance in a friendly, non bureaucratic manner and network with other agencies to obtain the appropriate assistance.
170 Whatley Crescent, Maylands WA 6051
Postal Address: PO Box 450, Maylands WA 6931
Telephone: +61 08 9371 9109
Fax: +61 08 9371 5139
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Domestic Violence
(08) 9328 7562
A refuge for women escaping domestic violence and other forms of family and social abuse. A refuge for Aboriginal women without children. A day centre to assist women who are at risk of becoming homeless and a night shelter for intoxicated women. They assist women to take charge of their lives and to resettle in the community.
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Services for people with intellectual/multiple disabilities
(08) 9474 3303
A major organisation concerned with the well being and development of people with intellectual and/or multiple disabilities and their families, including residential care, recreation services, respite services, family counselling and pastoral care.
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Independent community living
(08) 9258 7333
Providing long-term independent community living, for people of adult age living with a mental illness.
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Emmanuel Centre
more infoSelf Help for People with Disabilities and their Families
(08) 9328 8113
A self help centre for people with disabilities and their families. Provides information, counselling, faith development, advocacy, training and work experience. Christian Community accommodation program.
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An advocacy and support centre for Indigenous families
(08) 9218 8035
Daydawn is an advocacy Centre established in 2007 by Archbishop Hickey. It is a part of a growing network of non government agencies active in assisting Indigenous families.
Shop 5, 9 Aberdeen Street, Piccadilly Square Central, Perth WA 6000
PO Box 8750, Perth Business Centre WA 6849
Telephone: +61 08 9218 8035 or 0409 910 529
Fax: +61 08 9218 8027
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Counselling & Family Support
(08) 9325 6644
Provide counselling, support, mediation, education and training services designed to facilitate healing, and to encourage all participants to develop to their full potential
For corporate enquiries visit www.centrecarecorporate.com.au or email corporate@centacare.com.au.
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Djooraminda
more infoChildren in Crisis
(08) 9378 2522
Providing residential care and supportive services for aboriginal children who are not able to live within their own family environment due to either abuse, neglect or other difficulties.
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Migrants and Refugees
(08) 9221 1727
Facilitates the settlement of migrants and refugees through the provision of English classes, employment and training programs, emergency relief, aged care services and social casework.
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Unemployed and Disadvantaged
(08) 9487 7000
Provide practical skills development and training designed to assist long term unemployed and disadvantaged people achieve rewarding employment or further educational opportunities.
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Catholic Association for Deaf and Hearing Impaired
more infoHelping people with hearing difficulties
(08) 9328 9571
Seeks to expand accessibility to deaf and hearing impaired people, and to educate the community on the needs of their clients. Its activities are varied, and include telephone support, information sharing, counselling and interpreting services.