Reminder: PCLC will be at Glen Eira City Council's Healthy Ageing Expo on Wednesday 28 October to talk wills, powers of attorney and protecting your interests later in life. We’ll look forward to seeing you there.

Poverty doesn't happen overnight. It's a spiral. A notice to vacate, unaffordable rent or the fear of losing your home can quickly become a housing crisis. Please contact us if you need help | 9783 3600 | [email protected] #AntiPovertyWeek #HousingJustice

Relentless. PCLC CEO Jackie Galloway describes how our neighbours in Southeast Melbourne are struggling to afford life. Housing stress, cost-of-living pressures and family violence are creating complex challenges and growing demand for support. Read more: t.ly/_lYqi

Recently, 67 people were recorded sleeping rough in Frankston, with more than 150 on the Mornington Peninsula. PCLC advocates for increased investment in homelessness responses. If you’d like to partner or know more, contact us | 9783 3600 | [email protected] #AntiPovertyWeek

Housing insecurity is one of the clearest indicators of poverty. Read *Mack’s story to see what this looks like up close | pclc.org.au/client-stories/r… #AntiPovertyWeek #HousingJustice

It’s Anti-Poverty Week. While poverty has many faces, housing insecurity is one of the clearest. Tell us what housing insecurity means to you. And reach out if you or someone you know needs help | 9783 3600 | [email protected] #AntiPovertyWeek #HousingJustice

PCLC will be attending Community Support Frankston’s event for Anti-Poverty Week on 15th October. We look forward to seeing you there.

World Mental Health Day is on 10 October. Mental health and justice are deeply connected. When people are supported, they’re better able to navigate the legal systems that shape their lives. Today, check in and reach out | 9783 3600 | [email protected]

In a housing and cost-of-living crisis, verbal promises don’t protect you. Don’t rely on wishful thinking. Watch PCLC's new myth-busting video about civil law. pclc.org.au/video-lets-keep-… Then reach out to us | 9783 3600 | [email protected]

If you’re wondering, 'Can PCLC help me?' The answer is YES. If you're facing disadvantage and legal troubles in Southeast Melbourne, please call us on 9783 3600 or email [email protected].

PCLC will be attending Community Support Frankston's Community Support Day as part of Anti-Poverty Week on 15 October. We look forward to seeing you there.

Client Stories: Leon’s case shows what happens when people finally get the support they’ve been trying to access for years. Read his story and learn how fines relief can open the door to a fresh start. pclc.org.au/client-stories/f…

Did you know that most everyday disputes aren’t criminal – they’re civil? Neighbour issues, money disagreements, contracts gone wrong? That’s all civil law, not a matter for the police. Watch PCLC's new myth-busting video about civil law. pclc.org.au/video-lets-keep-…

How can you protect yourself from financial abuse and stay in control of your future? Join PCLC at Cranbourne West Community Hub from 9.30am on Tuesday 13 October for a practical session on financial abuse prevention and Powers of Attorney. Details below.

PCLC has joined Emergency Services & Glen Eira council to celebrate Community Safety Week at the Caulfield market today #communitysafetyweek #pclc #gleneiracouncil

Growing older after a life of service to family, work and community should bring security, not stress. On International Day of Older Persons, we're sharing our free videos on wills and powers of attorney. Watch here, then plan | pclc.org.au/our-videos-podca… #OlderPersonsDay

Behind every legal issue is a person. Read how people facing housing, family, consumer and other legal challenges get positive outcomes that can change their lives. pclc.org.au/client-stories/

On this episode of Homes Not Houses, PCLC's CEO Jackie Galloway talks to Dr Kate Raynor and Per Capita’s Centre for Equitable Housing about the intersection of gender and housing inequity t.ly/T9uqj

In Australia, police can apply for a family violence order even without the victim’s consent. This is because family violence is a public safety issue, not just a private matter. Watch PCLC’s video on family violence to learn more. pclc.org.au/our-biggest-law-…

PCLC Client Stories: Misleading property features and an unlawful rent increase left one renter out of pocket. With legal support, they secured compensation and a fair outcome. Read their story: pclc.org.au/client-stories/c…