Disability Services Minister Annastacia Palaszczuk today congratulated Longreach Meals on Wheels volunteers for being the backbone of their community over 25 years of service.
(Media-Newswire.com) - Disability Services Minister Annastacia Palaszczuk today congratulated Longreach Meals on Wheels volunteers for being the backbone of their community over 25 years of service.
Ms Palaszczuk today presented certificates to past and present volunteers while in Longreach for Community Cabinet.
“Meals on Wheels staff and volunteers are selfless individuals, sacrificing their own time to improve the lives of thousands of Queenslanders every day,” she said.
“The Longreach team are a group of dedicated individuals and I think it’s important to acknowledge their hard work and important contribution to their local community.
“Without its volunteers, Meals on Wheels wouldn’t be able to maintain its vital services, particularly in rural communities like Longreach.
“I encourage anyone who wants to give back to the community, particularly our older people, to put their hand up to help out their local Meals on Wheels.”
Ms Palaszczuk said Meals on Wheels was one of the best known and loved community-based organisations in Australia.
“Meals on Wheels volunteers are providing thousands of Queenslanders with more than just a meal – they’re also a friendly face,” she said.
“Our Home and Community Care program supports Longreach Meals on Wheels with $14,400 in meal subsidies a year to deliver more than 6,000 meals.”
“Across Queensland each year, Meals on Wheels delivers more than two million meals to the frail and aged and people with a disability.”
In July this year, Ms Palaszczuk and Federal Minister for Ageing Justine Elliot announced an extra $5.2 million in joint funding to support Meals on Wheels in Queensland.
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