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Emergency relief

Helping those in times of need so no one has to struggle alone. 

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Who it's for

 

Wesley Emergency Relief is for individuals and families experiencing financial hardship, including: 

  • Those struggling to pay bills, (or at risk of),  
  • Anyone unable to purchase essential groceries 
  • People in financial distress or at risk of financial instability
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Find Emergency Relief in your area

Wesley Emergency Relief works with community organisations across New South Wales to provide assistance in times of financial stress. Here’s how to access support: 

 

  • Sydney - Parramatta
  • Newcastle/Lake Macquarie
  • Northern Beaches
Sydney - Parramatta

Sydney - Parramatta

 

 

Pathways Community Church

 

  • Location: 284 Dunmore Street, Pendle Hill, NSW 2145
  • Call: (02) 9636 7400
Hope Connect

 

Newcastle/Lake Macquarie

Newcastle/Lake Macquarie

 

 

The Canopy

 

  • Location: 107 Northlakes Dr, Cameron Park NSW 2285
  • Call: (02) 4908 1140

     

 
Maryland Neighbourhood Centre

 

  • Location: 207 Maryland Drive, Maryland NSW 2287
  • Call: (02) 4955 8111
Northern Beaches

Northern Beaches

 

 
Complete an online referral and one of our Emergency Relief team will be in touch

 

Outside NSW: Locate emergency relief providers through the Australian Government’s Department of Social Services at DSS Emergency Relief.

Immediate crisis support

Please refer to the services listed on our crisis support page by clicking on the button below.

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FAQs

Am I eligible?

We provide emergency relief across a large area, please add your postcode into our online link to check initial eligibility.

 

If located in an eligible area, you will be asked to complete application form and submit relevant documentation.

 

One of our Emergency Relief staff will contact you to conduct an assessment which includes discussions around your current budget, income and expenses.

 

This assessment will determine your final eligibility.

What support can I receive?

Emergency relief will be able to assist eligible individuals with food voucher and other basic essential items.

How quickly will I receive the assistance after my assessment?

Food vouchers are generally sent within 24 hours.

 

Times may vary for other basic essential items, depending on order/ delivery times of our suppliers.

Will I need to provide personal information and who has access to this?

During the application you will be asked to provide supporting documentation in order to verify your identity and current circumstances.

 

All personal details are stored securely and are only accessible to relevant Emergency relief staff.