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RSL LifeCare has benefited from a $3.1 million funding boost from RSL NSW sub-branches, which includes the proceeds of the ex-service organisation’s annual Anzac and Poppy Appeals.
The financial boost is expected to help fund critical support for veterans and their families.
RSL LifeCare CEO Graham Millett said services would include physical and mental wellbeing, claims and advocacy, education and employment and housing, as well as strengthening regional support via the Veteran Wellbeing Centres in Nowra and Wagga Wagga.
“Our veterans have given and continue to give so much to protect the lives and livelihoods of Australians,” Millett said.
“They deserve our acknowledgment and support for the sacrifices they and their families have made.
“On behalf of RSL LifeCare, I am incredibly grateful for the donation from our charity partner RSL NSW, together with its contributing sub-branches, and I know that the funds will go directly to where they are needed most — enhancing the lives of veterans and their families and assisting them to thrive in communities.
“The level of support provided by RSL LifeCare Veteran Services to the veteran community wouldn’t be possible without the ongoing support and collaboration of RSL NSW and its sub-branches.”
RSL NSW has also signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the RSL & Services Clubs Association and ClubsNSW, aimed at fostering mutual support for the broader veteran community.
RSL NSW president Ray James said the donation and MoU are further demonstrations of the group’s commitment to the veteran community.
“When the going gets tough, RSL NSW members get going by mobilising physical and financial resources to ensure that veterans and their families receive the hands-on support and services they need,” James said.
The MoU involves collaboration across local engagement, membership, advocacy and social, and physical and employment initiatives.
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