News

Find here the latest news from SSRV.

Bushfires and social security: be proactive 

During 2019, Victoria declared six bushfire disasters, culminating in the devastating Black Summer fires, which affected almost a quarter of […]

Disasters and social security legal issues: tips for community workers and lawyers

At SSRV, we see how natural disasters can lead to and impact social security legal issues. Below are some client […]

SSRV supporting regional Victoria

SSRV offers assistance to Victorians experiencing Centrelink issues and community workers who assist them, and this was no more evident […]

Demand for financial counselling services now outstripping supply

Financial counselling services across Victoria are reporting unacceptable wait times as demand for assistance during this cost-of-living crisis, and SSRV […]

Behind the scenes of SSRV’s Integrated Financial Counselling Service

SSRV staff regularly engage with clients who are experiencing a multiple, inter-connected and compounding difficulties. That is why we created […]

Financial counsellors rocking the boat

From 11-13 October 2023 SSRV financial counsellor Graeme Parsons and community lawyer Eloise Cox attended the FCVic Conference, which was […]