Financial Counselling
Free guidance for people experiencing financial hardship.
The Service
Practical help for financial pressure
Financial difficulties can affect every part of life. Oakdene's financial counselling service offers free, practical guidance to help people understand their options and take steps toward greater stability.
Whether you are dealing with debt, falling behind on bills, or feeling overwhelmed by financial stress — we are here to help you work through it.
What we help with
- Understanding your financial options
- Managing debt
- Dealing with bills and expenses
- Planning for the future
How to access
You can access financial counselling through a referral form, by phone, or by email. No prior referral from another service is required.
| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Access | By referral or contact us |
| Location | Oakdene Centre, 29 Vine Street, Fairfield |
| Phone | (02) 8717 0999 |
| admin@oakdenehouse.org.au |
What Is Financial Counselling?
Not a loan — real guidance
Financial counselling is a professional service that helps people in financial difficulty understand their rights and options. It is different from financial planning or advice.
Know your rights
Understand what creditors can and cannot do, and how to protect yourself from unfair practices.
Manage debt
Get practical strategies to negotiate with creditors, manage repayments and reduce financial stress.
Plan ahead
Work toward a budget and financial plan that reflects your real situation and goals.
This service is completely free of charge. Financial counselling at Oakdene is available to anyone experiencing hardship — you do not need to be an existing client.
Need help with finances?
Get in touch to arrange a session. We will start from where you are.