Emergency Relief & Food Relief 

When things happen outside of our control, we all need a little help.

We can assist you with food, clothing, vouchers and other immediate material relief.

Please drop into our office or call us on 08 85224522 for more information.

Our opening times are Mon-Thur 9.30am – 3.00pm Fridays 9.30am – 2.00pm

If you require long term support and options, we also provide support, advocacy and referrals to trusted services that can help you get back on your feet.

To find a range of supports in your area including food, money help & housing head online to:  Ask Izzy

Emergency contacts

• Healthdirect Australia – 1800 022 222.
• Mental Health Emergency – 13 14 65. …
• For life-threatening emergencies (Police, Fire or Ambulance): Call 000.
• For Police attendance: Call 131 444. …
• Lifeline: 13 11 14. …
• Beyondblue: 1300 22 4636. …
• Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800. …
• Mental Health Emergency: 13 14 65.
• Homeless Connect SA (including families) phone 1800 003 308
• Domestic Violence and Aboriginal Family Violence Gateway phone 1300 782 200 or 1800 800 098
Telstra Payphones are free to use. The closest free pay phone is located in Murray Street Gawler.

UCare provides Emergency Food and other material aid to people living in the Greater Gawler area and North Adelaide.

We also provide:

  • Support, advocacy and referrals to help you get appropriate and meaningful assistance.
  • Financial Capability – Budget support
  • Financial Counselling
  • Nils (No Interest Loans Scheme) Loans up to $2000
  • A compassionate lending scheme for people on a low income to purchase items such as furniture, white goods, laptops other items.  Ask staff for more information.
  • School breakfast programs
  • Financial Well-Being Financial education workshops.  Tools & resources to help alleviate financial stress, improve financial capability and build financial resilience.

ABOUT US

UCare Gawler is a non-profit charitable community organisation.

Community Update: Our Community has been asking about AusAlert

What is AusAlert?

AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices during local and national disasters. AusAlert messages keep communities informed so they can take action, saving lives and property. It’s another way we’re helping to keep Australia safe.

 

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Get in touch with us…

Visit us at 10 Tod St or for enquiries feel free to phone (08) 8522 4522 or email ucare@ucaregawler.org.au

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