A service to our veterans
Programs which help the elderly remain independent and active is important, and was reiterated last week as Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Warren Snowdon, announced funding for 63 projects and initiatives to benefit Australian veterans – young and old. As part of the federal government’s Veteran & Community Grants program, the projects will reportedly improve access to community care services.
Programs which help the elderly remain independent and active is important, and was reiterated last week as Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Warren Snowdon, announced funding for 63 projects and initiatives to benefit Australian veterans – young and old.
As part of the federal government’s Veteran & Community Grants program providing support to ex-service and community organisations, the projects will reportedly improve access to community care services and help veterans, war widows and their families remain active and social.
More than $400,000 will support 63 projects in most states and territories including, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia and Victoria.
Available to ex-service and community organisations, veteran representative groups and private organisations contributing to health and welfare of the veteran community, Mr Snowdon said the projects would “ultimately enrich lives”.
“This funding will support a range of initiatives – from travel costs for bus trips to reduce isolation to re-establishing and renovating ex-service headquarters to enhance the social and healthy lifestyle activities of members,” he said.
Mr Snowdon also claimed some of the grants would assist Men’s Sheds, which were proven to deliver health and lifestyle benefits for many veterans both young and old.
Local and community organisations interested in applying for funding are encouraged to click here or contact their nearest Department of Veteran Affairs office on 133 254 (metropolitan callers) or 1800 55 254 (country callers).
