Community Services
Addressing the cost of living
We administer programs delivered by non-government organisations that help reduce cost of living pressures.
Australian Service Excellence Standards
ASES is an internationally accredited quality improvement program for non-government organisations.
Carers
We work to improve recognition and support for family carers across South Australia.
Community Connections
Helps South Australians improve their quality of life and empowers them to increase their inclusion in their community.
Cost of Living and Concessions
Help with cost-of-living concerns and applying for concessions.
Exceptional Needs Unit
The Exceptional Needs Unit supports people with multiple complex needs and risk factors.
Grants for community organisations
Find out the grants and funding we provide for South Australian community organisations.
Interpreting and Translating Centre
South Australian Government interpreters and translators, working in most languages used in South Australia, including many Aboriginal languages.
Local Partnerships
We maintain local partnerships through our Regional Partnerships team and help to resolve local social and economic issues.
Metropolitan Aboriginal Youth and Family Services
We provide culturally sensitive, family-centred programs for Aboriginal children, young people and their families, promoting pathways that lead to positive change.
Quality Improvement Program guide
For service providers who are seeking Grants SA or multi-year funding from the Department of Human Services.
Results-Based Accountability and R2D2 reporting
RBA measures how communities benefit from DHS involvement and funding. The Results Reporting Data Dock (R2D2) is where funded organisations submit performance management reports.
Social Impact Framework
Supporting service providers and government to assess how well a program meets the evidence-based conditions for social impact.
STARservice Development Program
The STARservice Development Program aims to build capacity and improve work practices in small community organisations.
Volunteers
We support volunteer programs and encourage everyone to participate in community life and care for each other.