Focus May. 2016 | Page 8

Are you eligible for a concession? A NUMBER of State Government concessions are available to help ease financial pressure for South Australians struggling with the cost of living. The Department for Communities and Social Inclusion administers a range of concessions and benefits, from help paying utility bills to personal alert systems for emergency assistance. As we move into the cooler winter months, the Medical Heating and Cooling Concession can provide much-needed relief to vulnerable people. 8 This concession provides assistance to people on low and fixed incomes who incur increased heating or cooling energy costs due to a qualifying medical condition. If you have a medical condition that is made worse by weather extremes, you may be eligible for this concession. Phone Concessions on 1800 307 758 Click here to visit the Concessions website