Legacy Australia

Legacy Australia

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Non-profit_name = Legacy Australia
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founded_date = 1923
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Non-profit_slogan = Australia's Legacy. It's Worth Defending
homepage = http://www.legacy.com.au
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Legacy is an Australian organisation, established in 1923 by ex-servicemen.

The organisation has the aim of caring for the dependents of deceased Australian servicemen. The dependants of World War I, World War II, the Korean War, Malayan emergency and Vietnam War deceased are cared for. In addition the peacekeeping operations in East Timor, the war in Iraq has provided work for Legacy. Finally, any death which is deemed service-related is attended to by Legacy.

Volunteer members are called "Legatees" because they accept the 'legacy of care' for their comrades' families; this title has continued to the present day. Some 7,000 legatees assist more than 122,000 widows and 1,700 children and disabled dependents across Australia providing assistance, accommodation, medical and social support.

Legacy's assistance depends on the individual situation of the person supported. With the help of Legatees, who stay in touch with all families, Legacy ensures families receive their Legacy entitlements and access to government benefits.

As well as financial help, Legacy provides companionship and assistance with the education of children.

Assistance in dealing with the Army, Navy or Air Force, or the government is provided. In particular, specialist assistance is provided in submitting applications for Compensation for Dependants of Deceased Members and Former Members, including for War Widow's pensions and Income Support pensions. If initial claims are unsuccessful, when appropriate, Legacy will arrange for advocates before review tribunals. These services are provided at no cost to claimants.

Legacy also solicits donations from the public to assist with its mission.

"Legacy: The First Fifty Years" - Lyons, Mark. Legacy Council/Lothian, Melbourne, 1978. ISBN 0 85091 069 2

External links

* [http://www.legacy.com.au Legacy Website]


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