A WA parliamentary question seeks details about the GrandCare service, including its geographical reach, fund administration, and operational start date. The answer clarifies the service's metropolitan focus and provides details on administration and commencement.

AnsweredQoN 1063Legislative Assembly
Asked
26 February 2003
Portfolio
Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth

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(b) in which towns and communities will the funds be spent; (c) who will be responsible for administering the funds; and (d) when will the programs commence operation in each town referred to above?
(c) who will be responsible for administering the funds; and (d) when will the programs commence operation in each town referred to above?
(d) when will the programs commence operation in each town referred to above?
(b) Not applicable. (c) The Office for Seniors Interests and Volunteering is responsible for administering the fund. (d) GrandCare commenced operations in September 2002.
(c) The Office for Seniors Interests and Volunteering is responsible for administering the fund. (d) GrandCare commenced operations in September 2002.
(d) GrandCare commenced operations in September 2002.

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Answered
18 March 2003
Responded by
Minister for Community Development, Women's Interests, Seniors and Youth
Response time
20 days
(a) The Grandparents service is based in the metropolitan area. The service includes an 1800 number, country callers using this number are provided with information, advice and can be referred to regional community resources.
(b) Not applicable.
(c) The Office for Seniors Interests and Volunteering is responsible for administering the fund.
(d) GrandCare commenced operations in September 2002.

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