Brisbane woman Helen Tully is one of those behind-the-scenes Meals on Wheels stalwarts whose wonderful voluntary work is recognised during Home and Community Care Awareness Week from 21 to 27 August.
Current president and a driver at Holland Park Meals on Wheels, Helen gives up her time to provide invaluable support to local frail aged people and younger people with a disability and their families.
Meals on Wheels is one of the biggest programs delivered through Home and Community Care (HACC), which is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments. HACC Awareness Week is held in the last week of August every year.
“I enjoy volunteering with Meals on Wheels not only because I have the time and the ability to be able to help others but I always like to meet new people,” says Helen.
“Not only are we delivering a hot meal to those in need but we are also ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our clients, checking to make sure they are OK when we arrive with their meals.
“When you live alone or find it difficult to prepare food for yourself, a Meals on Wheels delivery can make an enormous difference.”
Meals on Wheels is one of the better known among a broad spectrum of services which include centre-based day respite, transport, social support, domestic assistance, personal care, home maintenance, home modification, community nursing, food services, allied health services, respite care, and support services for carers.
To find out whether you are eligible for HACC support, visit www.agedcareaustralia.gov.au or call 1800 500 853.
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