Members must provide evidence they are legall blind. In addition to the accommodation services provided by BWA, we may be able to assist you in accessing other accommodation alternatives, understand services that agencies such as Centrelink provide, co-ordinate services from community health organisations that provide in home care or specific to your individual needs. See our website links for further information: BWA can provide advocacy in a number of areas. The intention of this service is to assist members to access or better understand the services that are available to them either through the Association itself or through other organisations or agencies.

Blind Welfare Services

The Blind Welfare Association is a not for profit, non government organisation providing high standard welfare, support and accommodation services to blind or vision impaired people to promote independence, dignity and quality of life.

Multiple Sclerosis services include education and support for people who are newly diagnosed, specialist nursing assistance, counselling, physiotherapy, assessments and rehabilitation, hydrotherapy, yoga, exercise classes, use of Vibrogym and Theravital machines, occupational therapy, peer support program, job capacity assessment and employment support. 

Multiple Sclerosis Society Of SA And NT Inc

If our volunteer is not available to take your call, please leave a voicemail and we will respond as soon as possible. Additional Info: ME/CFS South Australia provides peer support, education and advocacy for people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome)(ME/CFS) and those who care for them.

ME/CFS Australia (SA) Inc

ME/CFS Australia (SA) Inc supports the needs of sufferers of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and related illnesses.: PreviouslyKnownAs Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Syndrome Society Inc.:

ME/CFS South Australia

Cystic Fibrosis SA assists people with Cystic Fibrosis and their families living in South Australia with services that include counselling, equipment hire, respite and social activities, financial assistance, sibling, parents and carers support. See our website links for further information: EntryProcedures If you feel you or someone within your family would benefit from counselling, please contact the CFSA office.

Cystic Fibrosis SA

Cystic Fibrosis SA (CFSA) is the community based non profit support service for people affected by this disease providing a range of services, equipment and supports to these individuals, and their families and friends.

Opportunity Shop - Second had clothing and goods.

Lutheran Community Care - Payneham

Oportunity Shop - recycled clothing and household goods.

Lutheran Community Care - Lutheran Care and Clothing

Services offered by your local ABA group could include a library of breastfeeding and parenting books that can be borrowed free of charge by ABA members. Some groups will have instructional DVDs available for you to view. ABA members receive a local group newsletter with upcoming activities and local group news. Special events, including breastfeeding classes, are often held by groups. Check out our breastfeeding classes page to see what is planned in your area.

Local groups are looked after by trained, volunteer breastfeeding counsellors or educators who live in the area. Most groups get together once or twice a month for a variety of activities.

The National Breastfeeding Helpline 1800 686 268 is available for breastfeeding counselling 24 hours, 7 days per week.

Australian Breastfeeding Association (SA/NT Branch)

Australian Breastfeeding Association (SA Branch) local support groups offer breastfeeding and parenting support and information. National Breastfeeding Helpline has trained volunteer counsellors to help with issues relating to breastfeeding a new baby.

Previously Known As Nursing Mothers Association of Australia (SA Branch)

Social support programs Monday to Friday 10 am to 2 pm.

The Nostra Casa program is a volunteer- based home visiting program; the one-to-one approach allows for flexible and individual forms of support.

Centre based respite is also provided to carers.

The CIC can assist older Italian speaking members of the community to access schemes and services which help them remain independent and living in their home in the community.

Coordinating Italian Committee

CIC co-ordinates home visits, transport, community meals, exercise and social activities for elderly members of the Italian speaking community. We aim to foster the social, educational, and cultural interests of member organisations and promote the well being of Italian Australians and are actively assisted by our many volunteers. CIC is a community-based umbrella organisation of Italian Australian Clubs and Associations in South Australia.

If you are directly or indirectly affected by hepatitis B or C, Hepatitis SA provides you support through a telephone information and support line, a peer based support group, free printed information, a library service, opportunities to participate in self-development projects. If you work with clients affected by - or at risk of - hepatitis B or C, you can request education sessions or workshops as well as printed information for your colleagues and clients. See our website links for further information: EntryProcedures Call Hepatitis SA for confidential information and support about hepatitis, as well as free written information. Hepatitis SA also runs peer-based information and support sessions. Call to find out about upcoming sessions.

Hepatitis SA

Hepatitis SA (formerly Hepatitis C Council of South Australia) is a community-based organisation providing information, education and support to South Australians affected by hepatitis C and to a growing extent, hepatitis B. We provide information and support to people affected by hepatitis and people who work with those affected by hepatitis.: PreviouslyKnownAs Hepatitis C Council of South Australia Inc:

CanTeen has a range of services designed specifically for a young person living with cancer. Whether you have cancer yourself, your parent or sibling has cancer or died from cancer, CanTeen has something for you to help you deal with the situation you are going through. CanTeen has a counselling service which is available to young people aged 12-24 who have a parent diagnosed with cancer or whose parent has died from cancer. See website links for further information available: EntryProcedures For young people aged 12-24 who are living with cancer, as well as siblings and children of cancer patients. CanTeen has an amazing range of information services and an online community

Canteen (SA/NT Division)

CanTeen - The Australian Organisation for Young People Living with Cancer - is a national support organisation for 12 - 24 year olds who are living with cancer, and is the only organisation of its kind in Australia.: PreviouslyKnownAs Australian Teenage Cancer Patients Society (Canteen):

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