Organisation
Uniting Victoria and Tasmania
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UnitingCare Victoria and Tasmania Unit, Uniting Vic.Tas
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Report
‘It’s a lifeline’: A long-term approach to improving home energy support programs for households facing vulnerability
Energy Efficiency Services, such as that offered by Uniting Vic.Tas, work with individuals and families on low-incomes and those experiencing energy hardship. This research project sought to understand the benefits and gaps of the Uniting Energy Support Service to determine ‘what works’ and what actions are needed to address the drivers and effects of energy...
Report
'Can't afford to live': The impact of the rising cost of living on Victorians and Tasmanians on low incomes
This report provides evidence that the rising cost of living is deepening financial, housing and food insecurity, and impacting mental and physical health, while also increasing social isolation.
Website
Community services outcomes tree
The Community Services Outcomes Tree is a framework for capturing the outcomes individuals experience as a result of community services being delivered. The website is designed for use by organisations which fund and deliver community services.
Report
No fighting chance: impact of the withdrawal of COVID-19 income and tenancy benefits
This research sought to hear directly from consumers at Uniting Vic.Tas emergency relief and homelessness entry points about the impact of the withdrawal of COVID-19 payments and benefits on them and their families and children. The findings of this report supports numerous other studies in the area and strengthens the case for a permanent increase...
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"Can you please help me? How can we live?"
Asylum seekers living in the community are at serious risk of disadvantage, isolation and marginalisation, argues this report, which outlines the emergency relief services and other related support to asylum seekers provided by UnitingCare agencies.