Supported Accommodation
In all our residential settings, we encourage residents to take responsibility for their daily lives, and to make their own choices and plans for how they live.
Our network of over 30 houses across Victoria caters for people wanting to live in shared accommodation supported by staff. For many people with disabilities, this is their first experience of living away from their family home.
In some houses, 4 or 5 residents share the home with staff support. Each resident has their own bedroom and the right to privacy in their room. Other houses have been divided into units for smaller groups or individuals requiring less intensive support from staff.
No matter the setting, each service is set up to meet the residents’ needs. We encourage residents to take responsibility for their daily living and to make their own choices. In shared settings, residents meet regularly to make group decisions about their home.
Justin lives in our shared home in Gippsland. The support he is receiving is making a difference to how he lives his life. Click here to read Justin’s story.
Transitions to independent living
Some residents choose to develop their living skills, with the support of staff, while living in a shared setting. Their goal is to move to supported independent living when they are ready.
Onie lives in our shared home in Swan Hill. Staff are helping her to achieve her goal of moving out of shared accommodation. Click here to read Onie’s story.
More Information
Click here to find answers to most Frequently Asked Questions about shared supported accommodation.
For more information about our residential services, contact HomeChoices on 03 9564 1000 or info@homechoices.org.au
For information on support services for people already living in their own homes, go to www.vistasupport.org.au
Who can use our Shared Supported Accommodation Services?
Department of Human Services coordinates the process for people wanting to move into Shared Supported Accommodation.
To find out if you or the person you care for is eligible, you will need to contact the Department of Human Services.
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