Need Help?

If you need help now and have worked for more than 5 years in the industry we may be able to help you. To find out how we can help, please complete this application form.

When an application is received, a Welfare Officer will arrange to visit and assess the applicant's needs.

The Welfare Officer will ensure that all relevant State Benefits have been applied for and identify what other needs the applicant may have. The Welfare Officer may refer them to other organisations for specialist help and further guidance. All applications are presented with recommendations for support to the Fund's Welfare Committee who meet quarterly.

Welfare officers visit each of their beneficiaries at least once a year in order to ensure they are getting as much help as they are entitled to. Some beneficiaries receive more frequent visits depending on the level of support needed.

Where possible a volunteer visitor will call four times a year. The role of the visitor is to become a friend to the beneficiary and liaise with welfare team.

We also offer several financial support services.

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