WELFARE
The Caroline Springs RSL Sub-Branch operates primarily to support Veterans, Service Personnel and their families.
This is achieved by:
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Providing a welcoming meeting place.
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Organizing and running significant commemoration services including ANZAC and Remembrance Day Services.
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Liaison with other Ex-service organizations such as Legacy to determine areas of assistance required.
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Regular visits to Aged Care Facilities to meet with ex-service personnel and their widows.
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Provision of RSL services at funerals.
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Provision of buses for veteran, widow and RSL member outings.
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Where necessary, the provision of financial assistance in response to assessed needs and available funds. Examples of assistance in this area may include: transport costs, purchase of household goods, gardening, medical and dental costs, distribution of Christmas hampers, payment of rates, car repairs, insurances, mortgage and rental assistance, training fees for employment, school education costs, house repairs, shopping vouchers, financial advice, flowers and funeral notices.
To meet these demands, the Sub-Branch raises funds through two significant Appeals each year: The ANZAC Appeal and the Remembrance (Poppy) Appeal. 50% of money raised is returned to RSLVIC for statewide programs and 50% is retained at the Sub-Branch.
Washington Escano Welfare Team leader email welfare@carolinespringsrsl.com.au
(03) 9307 8072