The apartments have been specially designed to allow people with significant physical limitations to live independently whilst sharing the additional support that they each require. Support needs for the tenants are being coordinated by Independent Disability Services (IDS), EACH Housing’s partner in this project.
This housing has been designed and constructed to provide independence, dignity, choice and community connection for its residents – basic human rights so often lacking in shared accommodation
Statistics show that not only are there close to 6,500 young people with disabilities living inappropriately in aged care facilities but there are over 80,000 ageing parents struggling with the constant worry about who will support and care for their children when they no longer can.
EACH Housing and IDS are committed to providing living concepts that will enable people with disabilities to live an age-appropriate and independent lifestyle.
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