People Who Care’s financial hardship programs are provided to people experiencing hardship irrespective of whether they are on a pension or benefit. Assessment of a person's financial capacity is undertaken by a financial counsellor to assess what options can be explored and offered to support someone in crisis. You may self refer or be referred by other community support agencies.

There are a number of products including a zero interest loans scheme, public transport or relocation allowance, Power A Pensioner program and Community Crisis program

Yes, you may access the Zero Interest Loans Scheme for unexpected events which you do not have the capacity to pay or will put you at risk of serious hardship if you pay for it utilizing your funds in full.