Blackburn North
Shared & Supported Independent Living vacancy
Spacious 5-bedroom, single-level home has recently been renovated. This house has a fully equipped kitchen and large, well-maintained gardens for outdoor recreation. It’s conveniently located close to public transport, parks, and shops with a cafe across the road.
We are seeking a male housemate, who enjoys living independently with support on hand, to share with four other gentlemen.
Room information
The vacant bedroom has a built-in wardrobe, frosted windows for privacy and vinyl floors.
House information
Spacious, fully furnished five-bedroom home with two living areas and a large backyard. There is heating and air conditioning throughout. Housemates enjoy an expansive garden complete with an in-ground trampoline.
On-site and street parking is available. The design category for this property is Fully Accessible. The SDA owner is DHHS.
Housemates
Currently 4 male housemates aged in their 30s and 50s.
Interests: watching sport, walking the nearby nature trails, and getting out and about in the community.
Location information
Perfectly positioned, the home is a short stroll to public transport which goes to Blackburn North Station and into Melbourne CBD. Westfield Doncaster, the Eastern Freeway, and medical facilities are all close by.
Accessibility
This property is wheelchair accessible but best suited for a person with some mobility as there are no hoists.
Current support model
This property offers shared independent living with 24/7 support (active nights or a sleepover model).
Staff are keen and appropriately trained to support people to live the life they want and make community connections.
Factors to consider when applying
Life Without Barriers will conduct a screening and suitability assessment to ensure housemates are compatible.
• You are aged 18 years or over.
• You are eligible for, and able to secure, an appropriate level of NDIS funding.
• You have the financial means to pay rent and utilities and are prepared to sign (or for a representative to sign) an accommodation agreement.