Youth
What is the specific age group for the youth ?
15-24
What is the specific age group for the The Aged ?
65 plus
The definition of rural and remote group
those that live in geographical areas outside of major towns and cities.
The definition of this group
Those living in temporary accomodation, improvised dwellings, sleeping rough, couch surfing or in severely overcrowded dwellings
How youth can differ by age, gender, education level, sexuality, employment status, location, culture (language spoken), mental health and financial status.
Individual diversity
As mostly retirees, the aged have an abundance of this resource to access available services.
Time
The number of people that live in rural and remote communities
7 million
Nicknames of being a burden, dirty, poor, addict, violent, filthy, lazy, bums, trailer-trash, street walkers, hitch hikers, drifters
negative terminology
This need equips youth with the skills and knowledge of life as they shift into independent lifestyles; ranging from the hsc to tertiary
Education
An Australian-wide food delivery service that offers a range of meals to suit personal dietary requirements and needs by providing and delivering meals inside your home.
Meals on Wheels
This need is an issue of concern as they have limited opportunities and are restricted to the pressures of continuing family agricultural businesses,
employment
Charity from Brisbane that support people experiencing homelessness and hardship through access to free laundry, warm showers and genuine conversation.
Orange Sky
NSW organisation that works with young people to develop their skills, character and leadership through active sport and activity. _ _ _ _
PCYC
Income support payment for those of 65+
Aged Pension
This service provides emergency medical assistance and primary healthcare services to those who live, work or travel in remote Australia
Royal Flying Doctor Service
The resource is often the biggest reason an individual may fit into this group
Money
A charity providing free, confidential legal information & help for young people under 25;
Lawstuff
Prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis based on age
Aged Discrimination Act 2004
Highly variable characteristic. Some rural properties are worth a great of money and others are very low. Cost of housing is generally lower than urban locations but cost of food and petrol is often higher.
Socioeconomic status
Financial assistance available for those in a domestic violence situation
Escaping domestic Violence Payment