Hardship Financial and Material Support for Wollongong Families

Are you having trouble keeping your finances under control? FOCUS Connect is familiar with the obstacles many face in keeping their finances sorted, especially during difficult times. Our Budgeting Education & Support program provides those in Wollongong with the skills and knowledge needed to get through financial challenges with more confidence and ease. With our bespoke budgeting techniques and support, we’re ready to guide you to financial stability and self-reliance. Let’s work together to make managing your finances smooth and straightforward.

Need some cash to pay for your upcoming utility bills? It can be really stressful falling behind on important things like your electricity, water, or even your Telstra bills. FOCUS Connect totally gets that. We offer a program that offers financial assistance to those from Wollongong who are finding it hard to make ends meet and pay for basic services. By focusing on fulfilling the basic needs of individuals and families, we aim to create a stable and comforting presence in their lives, especially when times are tough. It's about spreading hope and solidarity.

Swamped by debt or unsure about your financial choices? FOCUS Connect is here to light the way to a better financial tomorrow with our Financial Counselling Referral services. We connect individuals and families in Wollongong with qualified professional financial counsellors who can provide expert advice and practical solutions to the financial problems they are facing. From tackling debt and budgeting dilemmas to giving reliable financial advice, our recommended counsellors are on hand to offer the support and encouragement you need to achieve financial wellbeing.

Worried about where your next meal is coming from? At FOCUS Connect, we hold a firm belief that no individual should endure the plight of hunger or the distress over how to feed their family. Our Food Assistance program aims to quickly address the needs of those in Wollongong facing food scarcity. We want to make sure that everyone has the food they need to maintain their health and wellbeing. We are here to help relieve the burden of ensuring you and your loved ones are fed during times of financial distress.

Need help covering the costs of your prescription meds? FOCUS Connect is fully aware of the importance of having easy access to essential medications, especially during times of financial hardships. Our Prescription Medications assistance program eliminates cost as an obstacle to obtaining the medical care you need. We want to keep those in Wollongong healthy and well so that they can concentrate on getting better and improving their quality of life.

Need a loan but worried about interest and fees? FOCUS Connect offers the No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) to provide financial relief without the burden of interest. NILS offers a helping hand to Wollongong residents who find themselves short on funds for important costs such as household goods, medical treatments, or educational materials. With this scheme, you're able to get the money you need upfront and return it through comfortable instalments, all without worry of piling interests. The FOCUS Connect team is here to help you get the money you need for the things you really need.