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How can we help?

In a tough spot? UnitingSA is here to help you and your family through it.

We offer a range of services and programs for the immediate and long-term support you need to help manage any household or financial difficulties.

We also offer advocacy, support, information and advice and can refer you to other services and community activities.

If you are looking for emergency help with housing or are at risk of homelessness please visit our page here.

To access support, call us on (08) 8440 2299 or fill out the form below.

Our locations

Contact our friendly teams today. We’re here Monday to Friday.

West

Emergency Assistance, Financial Counselling and No Interest Loans (NILS)
58 Dale Street, Port Adelaide, SA 5015

South

No Interest Loans (NILS)
Level 1, Commonwealth House
54 Beach Road, Noarlunga Centre, SA 5168

To access support you will need to book an appointment either by completing the online enquiry form below, or calling (08) 8440 2299.

Our Services

Emergency Assistance

Our Emergency Assistance service is open to the public weekdays from 9am – 3pm at 58 Dale Street, Port Adelaide. We can provide food, transport, pharmacy and clothing vouchers to eligible individuals and families residing in the Western Suburbs of Adelaide. We can also provide linen, blankets and swags to those in need.

To access assistance you will need to book an appointment either by completing the online enquiry form below, or calling (08) 8440 2299.

Download a brochure here for further information.
Financial Counselling

Financial Counselling is a free service for anyone looking to ease their financial stress. If you have recently become unemployed or are finding it hard to manage money, we offer a friendly financial counselling service which is supportive of your lifestyle.

We can help you plan your budget, negotiate with creditors, organise debt and loan repayments, and teach you strategies for managing income and spending.

Fill out the enquiry form below or call (08) 8440 2299 to make an appointment.
No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS)

The No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) provides ‘interest’ and ‘fee’ free loans to individuals, families or couples living on a lower income. You may be eligible for a loan of up to $2,000 to help you purchase essential goods and services – whether it be for costs associated with household furniture and appliances, health and wellbeing, education and employment essentials, housing, vehicles and transport.

Fill out the enquiry form below or call (08) 8440 2299 to make an appointment.

Download a brochure here for further information.

Emergency Assistance Office

58 Dale Street, Port Adelaide

Call us on (08) 8440 2299

58 Dale Street, Port Adelaide, South Australia, Australia