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Course intended for family caregivers, relatives and friends of persons with dementia. Service is provided by St Vincent De Paul Long Term Care Facility Tel: 22912485 / 2473
Office of the Guardianship Board in Malta with details about Maltese Guardianship Legislation and gives information about the application process. Service provided by the Office of the Guardianship Board within the Ministry for Inclusion and the Voluntary Sector. Tel: 25903154/51/52
Older Persons Standard Authority (OPSA) regulates geriatric services to ensure the well-being and rights of older persons, promoting quality care, inclusivity, and a supportive environment. https://opsa.gov.mt/
Supportline 179 is the national helpline, which offers support, information about local social welfare services and other agencies, and a referral service to callers who require assistance. It is also a national service for people who are in times of difficulty or crisis. This service is • Available 24/7 • Free from landline and mobile • National support and referral helpline • Can be contacted regarding abuse, neglect, crisis situations, domestic violence and safeguarding concerns involving older persons.
For volunteering opportunities, one can visit these platforms: Malta Council for the Voluntary sector https://maltacvs.org/ Voluntary Organisations Directory https://cvo.gov.mt/Organisations/Directory
ĠEMMA Retirement and Pension https://gemma.gov.mt/retirement-pensions/ The importance of financial management in later life https://gemma.gov.mt/the-importance-of-financial-management-in-later-life/
Lifelong Learning empowers individuals to acquire the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed for active citizenship and personal fulfilment. Special focus is given to supporting adults at risk of social exclusion and those with low qualifications, enabling them to strengthen their skills, broaden their opportunities, and enhance their participation in society. https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
AWARENESS ON FRAUD AND SCAMS
Visit these platforms to help you identify:
Safeguarding the Elder from Financial Exploitation https://socialsecurity.gov.mt/en/safeguarding-the-elder-from-financial-exploitation/
The Malta Police Force https://pulizija.gov.mt/en/crime-prevention/
Malta Communication Authority https://www.mca.org.mt/articles/dont-let-scammers-take-you-for-a-ride-en
Central Bank of Malta https://www.centralbankmalta.org/scam-alert
Information / Application on Pensions
Age Pension Application https://socialsecurity.gov.mt/en/agepension/
Retirement Pension Calculator https://mysocialsecurity.gov.mt/CalculateRP.aspx
Senior Citizen Grant https://socialsecurity.gov.mt/en/seniorcitizengrant/
Widow/er’s Pension Application https://socialsecurity.gov.mt/en/widowspension/
Widow/er’s Pension Calculator https://mysocialsecurity.gov.mt/CalculateWP.aspx
Kalkulatur għall-Pensjoni tar-Romol https://mysocialsecurity.gov.mt/CalculateWP.aspx
List of Important Telephone Numbers
Active Ageing and Community Care: 22788900
Freephone Servizz.gov 153 ext. 12
National Dementia Helpline: 1771
Emergency Number (General): 112
Emergency Helpline: 1400
Police: 2122 4001-7
Mater Dei Hospital (Malta): 2545 0000
Gozo General Hospital: 2156 1600
Mount Carmel Hospital: 2141 5183
Karen Grech Rehabilitation Hospital:2344 1000
St Vincent De Paul Long Term Care Facility: 2122 4461
Client Support Centre: 21 231 231
Directory Enquiries: 1182
Traffic Accident Reporting: 2132 0202
Gozo Ferry: 2155 6114
Lost Property: 2122 4781
National Dementia Helpline: 1771
Mental Health Services: 1579
Sapport Helpline (Social Support): 988
Support Line (24/7): 179
Agenzija Appogg: 22959000
Victim Support Malta: 2122 8333
Crisis Resolution Malta: 9933 9966
Djakonija: 99251820
Fondazzjoni Familji fil-Bżonn: 99445227
Caritas Malta: 22199000
YMCA Malta: 27674278
Hospice Malta:21440085
Mental Health Helpline (24/7): 1579
Richmond Foundation: 21482336
SOS Malta: 21244123
This information is intended for general guidance only and should not be treated as a complete and authoritative statement of the law. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is correct at the date shown. The information is presented in gender inclusive language. However, reference to a particular gender is used where it is, or is felt to be, more appropriate.
The services offered in this space is entirely the responsibility of the respective entity. Any queries and/or issues should be dealt directly with the entity offering the service. Active Ageing and Community Care is not responsible for the service provided in this page.