August training 2011
The planned talk was changed but Chris and Melissa from Centrelink gave the Volunteers an interesting update of Centrelink business.
In a two week period 54,00 payments are made in the Ringwood area covering pensions for sole parents, disabilities, family and the aged. With the change in the financial situation throughout the world more self-funded retirees are now eligible for Centrelink help. Access to services is generally available within a few days but some services have waiting lists, particularly housing which may be 6-9 months.
Centrelink is open between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through to Friday. Call centre open till 8 p.m.
A question and answer session followed then the usual welcome tea was enjoyed by all present.
