Home Visitations

Many of the Society’s volunteers are members of what are known as conferences. Conferences are typically parish-based groups of people who respond to calls for assistance from people in need in their local community. There is very little or no government funding for conference works.

Conference members visit people in their homes and help to find the most appropriate response to the person’s or family’s needs. This will involve being a supportive listener and may also include providing food or food vouchers, clothing, furniture, budget support, assistance with utility bills or back to school costs, information and advocacy. Victoria’s conferences meet on a regular basis and work closely with St Vincent de Paul Society's Vinnies Centres to provide assistance.

Home visitation is a way by which people can be supported and encouraged to take control of their lives. It allows members the privileged opportunity to enter another’s home and life, to accompany them as they move forward.

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