The monthly Shire of Dumbleyung NEWSLETTER 'Lake Express' is out TODAY!
Want to receive it by post or email? Call us now 9863 4012.
Read all about our latest happenings in the Lake Express online here
RATES UPDATE
At this stage Council has not adopted the 2017/18 Budget and therefore rates have not been raised. Under the Legislation that we must follow, rates must be adopted prior to 31 August of each year. We expect that your rate notices should appear in your mailboxes in September. If you need any further clarification please do not hesitate our rates officer, Mary-Ann Davidson during office hours.
Bain Estate FUTURE FUND – APPLICATIONS OPEN
Apparently throughout the community there is plenty of discussion about what can and cannot be applied for. The Bain Estate Future Fund Guidelines were set up to encourage applications. You can apply unless you or your project are:
If you are having doubts, would like some tips or are just wondering about applying, please get in touch with Emily Edwards or Mary-Ann Davidson at the shire as they can help you to interpret the guidelines. It will make applying a lot easier talking to the officers that have a lot of background with the Bain Estate Future Fund.
Applications for the Bain Estate Future Fund close on the 4th August. READ MORE:https://www.facebook.com/dumbleyungshire/photos/a.354413364734542.1073741829.354363821406163/799323713576836/?type=3&theater
LOCAL COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SERVICES
In response to feedback on the community transport service concept, we have had a range of information come to light. We had some people make contact to say they would use the service, however the most interesting response and information was received from our local health services.
There are services already in place which are currently underutilised locally and therefore it is important that we make ourselves aware of, promote and use these services. If you are needing transport assistance to Perth or other major centres you are encouraged to contact your local health service for advice.
There are three main services available currently which our community members can utilise:
1) Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS)
The Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS) provides permanent country residents in a WA Country Health Service region with financial assistance when travelling more than 100kms to access the nearest eligible medical specialist service (including Telehealth).
Country patients needing to travel more than 70kms to access specialist medical treatment for cancer or dialysis, where the health service is unable to provide a transport service, are also eligible for some assistance.
PATS provides a subsidy to eligible patients, however it does not cover all costs associated with travel and accommodation.
To access PATS a referral must be made by the patient’s medical practitioner. The application for PATS assistance needs to be lodged prior to travel via fax, mail, email or in person at the patient’s nearest health service. READ MORE INFORMATION HERE: http://www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au/fileadmin/sections/pats/WACHS_G_PATS_GuideForPatientsAndCarers.pdf
2) HACC – Home and Community Care Program
The Western Australian Home and Community Care (HACC) Program is a joint funding initiative of the Commonwealth and WA State Governments which provides basic support services for eligible people of all ages with a disability and their carers to assist them to continue living independently at home.
HACC support is designed to assist people with the greatest need and aims to maximise people’s independence. This includes providing basic support for people:
READ MORE INFORMATION HERE: http://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/HACC-Home-and-Community-Care-Program
3) Narrogin CATS Bus (Community Assisted Transport Service)
This Service is for members of Narrogin and District community requiring transport to specialist medical appointments and services not available in Narrogin.
READ MORE INFORMATION HERE:
http://www.narrogin.wa.gov.au/work/work-with-us/cats-community-assisted-transport-service.aspx
There is also a schedule of visiting specialists to the Narrogin Hospital and this list can be requested at the Dumbleyung Hospital. If you have further questions or would like to enquire about any of these services, you are welcome to contact the Dumbleyung Hospital on (08) 9863 5222.
Want to receive it by post or email? Call us now 9863 4012.
Read all about our latest happenings in the Lake Express online here
RATES UPDATE
At this stage Council has not adopted the 2017/18 Budget and therefore rates have not been raised. Under the Legislation that we must follow, rates must be adopted prior to 31 August of each year. We expect that your rate notices should appear in your mailboxes in September. If you need any further clarification please do not hesitate our rates officer, Mary-Ann Davidson during office hours.
Bain Estate FUTURE FUND – APPLICATIONS OPEN
Apparently throughout the community there is plenty of discussion about what can and cannot be applied for. The Bain Estate Future Fund Guidelines were set up to encourage applications. You can apply unless you or your project are:
- An applicant from outside of the shire;
- An individual with a project that has a perceived personal gain;
- Recurring projects after the initial funding round; or
- Maintenance of shire buildings
If you are having doubts, would like some tips or are just wondering about applying, please get in touch with Emily Edwards or Mary-Ann Davidson at the shire as they can help you to interpret the guidelines. It will make applying a lot easier talking to the officers that have a lot of background with the Bain Estate Future Fund.
Applications for the Bain Estate Future Fund close on the 4th August. READ MORE:https://www.facebook.com/dumbleyungshire/photos/a.354413364734542.1073741829.354363821406163/799323713576836/?type=3&theater
LOCAL COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SERVICES
In response to feedback on the community transport service concept, we have had a range of information come to light. We had some people make contact to say they would use the service, however the most interesting response and information was received from our local health services.
There are services already in place which are currently underutilised locally and therefore it is important that we make ourselves aware of, promote and use these services. If you are needing transport assistance to Perth or other major centres you are encouraged to contact your local health service for advice.
There are three main services available currently which our community members can utilise:
1) Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS)
The Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS) provides permanent country residents in a WA Country Health Service region with financial assistance when travelling more than 100kms to access the nearest eligible medical specialist service (including Telehealth).
Country patients needing to travel more than 70kms to access specialist medical treatment for cancer or dialysis, where the health service is unable to provide a transport service, are also eligible for some assistance.
PATS provides a subsidy to eligible patients, however it does not cover all costs associated with travel and accommodation.
To access PATS a referral must be made by the patient’s medical practitioner. The application for PATS assistance needs to be lodged prior to travel via fax, mail, email or in person at the patient’s nearest health service. READ MORE INFORMATION HERE: http://www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au/fileadmin/sections/pats/WACHS_G_PATS_GuideForPatientsAndCarers.pdf
2) HACC – Home and Community Care Program
The Western Australian Home and Community Care (HACC) Program is a joint funding initiative of the Commonwealth and WA State Governments which provides basic support services for eligible people of all ages with a disability and their carers to assist them to continue living independently at home.
HACC support is designed to assist people with the greatest need and aims to maximise people’s independence. This includes providing basic support for people:
- Transport assistance to help you attend appointments and travel around the community
- to participate in social activity in a group or one-on-one
- with everyday household tasks
- to enhance nutrition, function, strength, independence and safety
- to support independence in personal care activities such as showering and dressing
- to keep up with essential activities such as shopping, banking and maintaining social contacts
READ MORE INFORMATION HERE: http://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/F_I/HACC-Home-and-Community-Care-Program
3) Narrogin CATS Bus (Community Assisted Transport Service)
This Service is for members of Narrogin and District community requiring transport to specialist medical appointments and services not available in Narrogin.
READ MORE INFORMATION HERE:
http://www.narrogin.wa.gov.au/work/work-with-us/cats-community-assisted-transport-service.aspx
There is also a schedule of visiting specialists to the Narrogin Hospital and this list can be requested at the Dumbleyung Hospital. If you have further questions or would like to enquire about any of these services, you are welcome to contact the Dumbleyung Hospital on (08) 9863 5222.
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