Regional Settlement Support Fund (RSSF)

Culturally safe settlement support

The Regional Settlement Support Fund (RSSF) supports multicultural communities across regional Victoria through initiatives that strengthen inclusion, participation, access to services and community connection.

RSSF is supported by the Victorian Government's Community Support Fund. It aims to strengthen culturally safe, responsive and community-led approaches that improve settlement outcomes for culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

In Gippsland, the program is delivered by Gippsland Multicultural Services (GMS).

Who it's for

RSSF is for culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, families and communities settling in Gippsland. It also brings together the organisations that support them, so communities, services and local government can work together to improve settlement outcomes.

Eligibility

Multicultural individuals, families and communities

Community organisations

Local government

Service providers

How we help

Through RSSF, GMS offers direct support to people with complex settlement needs, and works with communities and partners on longer-term solutions.

Case management and brokerage

Case management and flexible brokerage support for individuals and families with complex settlement needs.

Community engagement

Initiatives that help multicultural communities take part in local life and have their voices heard.

Partnerships and capacity building

Working with community organisations, local government and service providers to build culturally safe, responsive services.

Innovation scoping

Exploring social enterprise, housing, transport and self-employment pathways for successful settlement in Gippsland.

RSSF Enablement Fund

Funding of up to $7,000 for community-led projects and activities. (Links to the Enablement Fund page.)

Availability

Service areas

Baw Baw, Latrobe, South Gippsland, Bass Coast, Wellington and East Gippsland.

Service days and times

Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.

Our Testimonials

GMS is made up of an outstanding group of professionals. Their continued assistance with the weekly care of my mother has been terrific and I appreciate their timely communication when circumstances change. Highly recommended.

- Brian Ford

When GMS came into my life, I was at rock bottom, having the carers from GMS come into my home and provide me support pulled me out of that dark place. Having GMS Carers inspired me to continue my grandson’s legacy, they made the perfect match for me and my carer. Both the carers and the GMS Office staff are lovely, very professional, and approachable. They care so much about me and the services they provide. GMS has made me into a different person to where I started. Team awesome.

- Annie Slocombe

Having the GMS Carers provide services for Val and her Husband has lifted a weight off her shoulders. She said she is very happy with the Carers GMS sends to her and said they are just wonderful and deserve all the praise.

- Valerie Csimma