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Who is eligible for Charlie's Gift Support?

A Note from Our Founder

Due to COVID19 and difficulties with fundraising opportunities, please note that Charlie’s Gift will not be able to take referrals until appropriate funding has been raised.

We will promote and alert the community once we are in a position to initiate the Charlie’s Gift Companionship Program and commence receiving referrals.

Any help you can give to enable us to reach our first goal of $10,000 will be very much appreciated.

You may also like to go to our ‘Get Involved’ page to find other ways in which you can assist Charlie’s Gift get closer to reaching our mission.

If you have any questions please contact me at shelly.spalding@charliesgift.com.au

With Thanks

Shelly/Founder

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Eligibility for Charlie's Gift Support.

  • Aged 65+
  • Lives within Newcastle and Lake Macquarie (See Boundary Map)
  • Is experiencing loneliness and is dependent on others for social engagement
  • Has recently lost a spouse or loved one
  • Family and friends do not live locally
  • Is showing signs of low mood and low self-worth because of social isolation
  • Wants to reengage within their community and needs help to make the first steps
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Charlie's Gift Referral Guidelines

If eligible, you can be referred to participate in the  Charlie’s Gift Companion Program, the following ways:

  • Self Refer
  • GP Referral
  • Allied Health referral

Once referred you (or the person you have referred) will be contacted and, with consent, one of our coordinators will provide a home visit.

Should you (or the person you have referred) wish to participate in our companionship program, a code of conduct form will be jointly signed by you and your Charlie’s Gift Companion.

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