Useful resources for home modifications

Government Services and Other Information
Other Useful Services and Information

Government Services and Other Information

Department of Veteran Affairs

This site contains some very helpful information on home modifications, including some very useful fact sheets on loans, housing and accommodation as well as information on housing insurance.
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides support to the Repatriation Commission, who is responsible for granting pensions, allowances and other benefits, and providing treatment and other services through its hospital and institutions or through community facilities to veterans, their dependants and other eligible persons. Support is also provided to the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Commission (MRCA). The MRCA provides for compensation and other benefits for current and former members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) who suffer an injury or disease due to service, and for the dependants of members whose deaths were the result of an injury or disease due to service.

Department of Family and Community Services

The Department of Family and Community Services (FaCS) works to improve the lives of Australians through social policies and to provide support for people when they need it. This includes useful information on help staying at home, as well as information on home safety and security.

The Department of Housing (QLD)

This site includes a useful section on home modifications, including information on funding assistance for home modifications.
The Department of Housing (QLD) plays an important part in providing housing assistance, and in helping the overall housing system within Queensland to improve people's lives through housing.

Commonwealth Carelink Services Directory

Commonwealth Carelink Centres are information centres for older people, people with disabilities and those who provide care to these people. These centres can provide free and confidential information on home help and other support services available locally, interstate or anywhere within Australia. If you need to know what home help services are available in your area; this directory can show you a range of services and their contact details.

The Home and Community Care (HACC) Program

The Home and Community Care (HACC) Program is a national service that gives basic, long-term services to older people, younger people with disabilities and the carers of both groups. This programme aims to allow you to live safely and appropriately in the community and your own homes, rather than in nursing homes or hostels. The HACC programme can also help fund modifications to your home. Here are the contact details for HACC office in each state and Territory

Other Useful Services and Information

Independent Living Centres

The Independent Living Centres display a wide range of products to help you with day to day living. Independent Living Centres have a database of 1000’s of products to help you in your own home such as bathroom equipment, walkers of all types and wheelchairs. Here are the contact details for Independent Living Centres across Australia.

Master Builders Association of the ACT

The Master Builders Association of the ACT is an association which represents all parts of the local housing and construction industry. Part of the Master Builders Association of the ACT, is the Housing for Life project. 'Housing for Life' also called 'Adaptable housing' is a home that can accommodate anybody, allowing different needs, lifestyles and age groups to safely and comfortably live at home. The Master Builders website also includes useful fact sheets on security, safety and service areas, including areas such as the bathroom, toilet, kitchen and laundry.

Councils on the Ageing (COTA)

Councils on the Ageing ACT (COTA) National Seniors are the largest senior’s organisation in Australia. It protects and promotes the well-being of all older people and is an independent organisation run by older Australians.

The Grey Army

When finding a good tradesman seems to be a never ending battle, the Grey Army will answer the call with prompt service from reliable tradespeople and realistic prices. The Grey Army does work for everyone — from changing tap washers to building home extensions. Their web site lets you search for a tradesman in your area and explains the type of work available.