Community Support
Transport, deliveries, meals & other support networks
Transport
If you are a Meander Valley resident and require assistance with transport to attend an essential medical appointment (non-emergency) you can book the Community Car Service.
Deloraine Community Car: 0427 504 456
Westbury Community Car: 6393 5300 or 6393 2717
Meals
If you require prepared meals, there are a number of local service providers:
Deloraine House: 6362 2678
Servicing the Meander Valley Council area.
Red Cross Meal Service: 1300 663 291
Servicing Westbury and surrounds.
Italian Day Centre: 0418 335 547
Servicing the Prospect Vale area.
Mental health resources
There are a range of resources available if you need someone to talk to or to help you stay mentally healthy:
• Mental Health Services Tasmania 1800 332 388
• Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36
• Lifeline Australia 13 11 14
• Mens Line Australia 1300 78 99 78
• Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
Visit www.coronavirus.tas.gov.au for information about additional services.
Financial Hardship Assistance
Council can provide relief from rates payments to those suffering genuine and serious financial hardship.
For more information or to apply, click here