Advocacy

An advocate is a person who will stand beside you if you need support in exercising your rights.

The advocate will speak on your behalf when you ask them to do so. This person will discuss your problem and advise you where to obtain assistance.

An advocate will visit your home if you are unable to get out. All enquiries are confidential and the service is free.

Southern Citizens' Advocacy
330 Balaclava Road, Caulfield
Tel: (03) 9576 0155

Office of the Public Advocate
436 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
Tel: (03) 9603 9500 Fax: (03) 9603 9501

Migrant Resource Centre - South Central Region
Assistance is provided to individuals and families from culturally diverse backgrounds. Specialist advisory services include Aged Care advice, advocacy and support. Services are free and confidential. Specific social support programs for multicultural elderly include:

• Provision of cultural and social support
• Senior citizens programs
• Multicultural ADASS

Tel: (03) 9576 4038 Fax: (03) 9563 4131

If you have any queries, please contact Council's Department of Aged & Disability Services on (03) 9599 4444.