Welfare Services
The RSL WA Welfare Team understand that your situation is urgent and are available to respond promptly. We can assist you with emergency financial relief for essentials such as food, rent, utility bills, security bonds, funeral costs, education, clothing, urgent car repairs, transport and referrals to other appropriate services.
The team are respectful, highly skilled and dedicated to assisting those in need. It is advised to book a face-to-face appointment to discuss your unique situation. All applicants are required to provide proof of service, bank statements for last six weeks and copies of accounts for goods or services requiring payment. All payments are made directly to the service providers.
The WA Aged Sailor's, Soldier's and Airmen's Relief Trust Fund (WAASSARTF)
Each year 50% of the money collected on Poppy Day is allocated to WAASSARTF. This Fund provides assistance to our Veterans, widows, dependents or ex- ADF members in times of hardship.
Applications can be made for the following:
Rent arrears and security bonds
Outstanding utility accounts
Replacement of white goods
Removal costs
School fees
Mobility Products
Motor vehicle repairs
Funeral assistance
Evidence of financial hardship needs to be established before assistance can be provided.
Monthly Grants can be paid to veterans experiencing ongoing hardship.
Veterans applying for a monthly grant will be interviewed at home by one of the Trustees, this ensures a true account of the veteran’s circumstances and needs are established.
Assistance is restricted to Western Australian residents.