GoCo supports older people across north west NSW with the following community and home support services as part of the Commonwealth Home Support Programme.
Monthly social activities and events to keep people connected to community. These may include social luncheons, exercise classes, men’s and elders groups. More on Social Activities.
Individual support offers one-on-one help with shopping, companionship in the home including visiting, telephone/web contact and accompanied activities like shopping. Support is provided by a member of our team of dedicated volunteers. More on Companionship.
GoCo offers access to your community through subsidised transport from your home to your preferred destination. GoCo can assist with transport to attend medical appointments, perform shopping, conduct errands, attend social events and access community services. More on Transport.
Hot and frozen meals delivered by our team of dedicated volunteers. More on Meals on Wheels.
GoCo offers short term respite care in the home for carers to have a break, attend appointments or run errands. More on Flexible Respite.
Help with cleaning gutters, trimming trees lawn mowing and other minor home maintenance you may need to keep you safe and risk free and maintain your independence at home. More on Home and Garden Maintenance.
GoCo provides care and support to older people to prevent homelessness. This includes case management, advocacy, liaison and referral for people who require safe and suitable housing, are facing eviction, are at risk of or experiencing homelessness. You must be over 50 years or age or over 45 years if Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. More on Care and Housing.
GoCo coordinates and subsidises the purchase of aids to help support people with a functional limitation and to maintain their independence. More on Assistive Equipment.
