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First Step emergency relief
A broad range of services and supports to help people get through periods of financial crisis.
Information and referral
Information and assisted referral to a wide range of support services for people experiencing disadvantage.
Community room hire
A variety of rooms and facilities in our Lismore premises available for meetings, training, events and other community group activities.
Free laundry facilities
Free laundry and clothes-drying facilities for people who otherwise can’t access them.
Shower and bathroom facilities
Free shower and bathroom facilities for people who can’t otherwise access them.
Backpack beds
Free award-winning portable beds light enough to carry, for people experiencing homelessness.
Tax help
Get free help completing your tax return.
No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS)
No interest loans up to $1500 with no fees for people on a low income.
StepUP low interest loans
Low interest loans up to $3000 with no fees for people on a low income.
Be Connected
One-on-one guidance for seniors on how to use computers and mobile devices, with an experienced and friendly tutor.
Adult trauma counselling
Free counselling for adults who have experienced sexual assault as a child.
Child and adolescent trauma counselling
Free, confidential counselling for children and adolescents throughout the Northern Rivers region.
Budget counselling
Practical advice and guidance from a financial expert to help keep your finances on track.
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Accreditation
Community Gateway is a registered charity and QIP accredited, assessed against the Quality Improvement Council Health and Community Services 7th Edition Standards.
Acknowledgement
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which we work and meet, and offer our respect to their elders, past, present and future.
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