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Contact NSW Department of Communities and Justice for housing assistance and support services.

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Programs to contact

1

NSW Department of Communities and Justice

Local Government Program

NSW housing help and rental support; page not found, so use the main site to find current services and apply online.

Open provider page +1-870-323-9844
2

Cumberland City Council Community Services

Local Government Program

Cumberland Council community services and local support; see programs, facilities, and eligibility on the council site.

3

NSW Legal Aid

Nonprofit

NSW legal help for housing and other problems; contact Legal Aid NSW for advice and intake.

Open provider page +1-265-218-1541
4

NSW Energy Accounts Payment Assistance (EAPA) Scheme

Local Government Program

NSW energy bill assistance for eligible households; see current EAPA details and apply through the energy site.

5

Settlement Services International (SSI) - Sydney

Nonprofit

Settlement support and community services in Sydney; see SSI programs for migrants, refugees, and referrals.

Open provider page +1-708-484-2947
6

Tenants' Union of NSW

Nonprofit

Tenant rights and rental advice in NSW; see resources and get help with disputes and repairs.

Open provider page +1-811-540-8223

Recommended next steps

  • Contact NSW Department of Communities and Justice for housing assistance and support services.
  • Reach out to Sydney Local Health District for healthcare and mental health services.
  • Use Cumberland City Council Community Services for local food and utility support programs.
  • Consult NSW Legal Aid for legal advice and benefits navigation.
  • Access emergency food supplies through Foodbank NSW & ACT.
  • Apply for energy bill assistance via the NSW Energy Accounts Payment Assistance Scheme.
  • Explore public transport options and subsidies through NSW Transport Access Program.
  • Seek settlement and community support from Settlement Services International in Sydney.
  • Utilize NSW Health mental health resources for psychological support.
  • Get tenancy advice and legal help from the Tenants' Union of NSW.

Need categories

Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability

Food Assistance

  • Food Security