108 Moore Street

Liverpool, NSW 2170

Level 2
178 Queen Street

Campbelltown, NSW 2560

info@wsmrc.org.au

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referrals@wsmrc.org.au

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02 8778 1200

Monday: 9-5pm
Tuesday: 9-5pm
Wednesday: 9-5pm
Thursday: 9-1pm
Friday: 9-5pm

Financial Crisis Support

Western Sydney MRC offers a range of services to support individuals in financial crisis. Our services helps families and individuals with short term assistance in times of crisis. The assistance we are able to provide depends on individual assessment and circumstances.
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Available Support

Emergency Relief

This Program supports individuals who live in the Liverpool and Fairfield Areas with food vouchers, pharmacy and other specialty areas.

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Working Development Orders (WDO)

Our team can support you through our caseworkers linking you to financial and counselling services such as WDO. To find out more please speak with one of our Caseworkers.

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Temporary Protection Visas

Thank you for reaching out to Western Sydney Migrant Resource Centre (MRC) for guidance and support regarding Temporary Protection Visas (TPVs). We strive to provide up-to-date information and services to assist individuals like you in navigating this complex process.

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Assistance is not always guaranteed, but we will always refer you to a relevant service if we aren’t able to assist you. Western Sydney MRC is not able to provide ongoing or long-term financial support but aim to provide immediate assistance to those in times of crisis.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Our EAPA – energy support program is currently experiencing high demand, and we are unable to accept any referrals at this time. If you require immediate assistance, we encourage you to reach out to Service NSW on 13 77 88 or download the Support Services Factsheet for further support. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience during this time.

EAPA - Electricity, Gas and Water Account Assistance

The Energy Assistance Payment Assistance (EAPA) program is designed to provide financial support to eligible low-income households in paying their energy bills. The program is typically funded by government or non-profit organizations and helps families and individuals who are struggling to pay their energy bills due to financial hardship.

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Emergency Relief

Please call us on 8778 1200 to make an appointment – see the link at the bottom of the page to make a referral.

To make sure we make an accurate assessment of your situation, as well as help in the best way possible, please bring the documents below. Without these documents, we won’t be able to make an accurate assessment, and a new appointment will need to be scheduled. Western Sydney MRC’s Emergency Relief service helps families and individuals with short term assistance in times of crisis. The assistance we are able to provide depends on individual assessment and circumstances. Please book an appointment. You may need:

Proof of Income

Proof of income, either through Centrelink statements or payslips, for all family members.

Bank Statements

Current bank statements for all family members.

Bills

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Documentation

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Assistance is not always guaranteed, but we will always refer you to a relevant service if we aren’t able to assist you. Western Sydney MRC is not able to provide ongoing or long-term financial support but aim to provide immediate assistance to those in times of crisis.
Our emergency relief capabilities and offerings are made possible through DSS Funding. TVSM Support is made possible through funding from Multicultural NSW.

Other Services of interest

Referring Clients

We accept client referrals from other organisations. Find out more about our referral process and supports available.

Services & Support

We have a range of services, programs and projects currently being delivered. Find out what is right for you.

Services and Program Calendar

Our organisation needs ongoing support and funds to provide relief to our vulnerable clients and individuals.

Volunteers/ Students

There are so many benefits of volunteering, or undertaking your work experience at Western Sydney MRC.

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