Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) registered as design category ‘Fully Accessible’
Enjoy the utmost in accessible living in this spacious 5-bedroom home filled with natural sunlight.
The home features great indoor and outdoor shared areas, including multiple living areas and an open-plan design that is comfortable to get around.
This property offers shared independent living with 24/7 support.
We are seeking two male tenants who would love to join the existing male residents and enjoy a mix of social and independent activities.
Room information
Two vacant rooms with built in wardrobes, heating and cooling.
House information
This beautiful home features:
• Five bedrooms inclusive of built-in wardrobes, cooling and heating.
• Wrap-around, undercover patio, well-maintained gardens with a large rear yard and trampoline.
• Modern kitchen overlooking the open plan dining and lounge room, with second living area.
• Three accessible bathrooms with grab rails and stepless shower.
• Ramp access for ease of entering and exiting the home.
• Internal laundry with washer and dryer.
Housemates
Two (2) long-term, male housemates, aged between 37 - 51.
Interests: Listening to music, attending group and individual outings for picnics and walks, going out for meals, going to social events, going to the beach and spending time with family.
Location information
Blackburn North is a well-established community offering local conveniences, including the Katrina Street shops as well as the local Blackburn North Shopping Centre.
There are a number of parks around the area, including the Koonung Creek trail that runs through Blackburn North and provides you with an opportunity for exercise and leisure activities. Along with this, you can find many sporting facilities such as the local tennis, lawn bowling and football club.
The suburb is nestled in between Doncaster and Box Hill, just minutes entry to the Eastern Freeway with easy access into the CBD. Multiple bus routes pass through the Blackburn North area, and there is easy access to the Blackburn Train Station.
Accessibility
This property is fully accessible with wheelchair access throughout the home.
Current support model
Rostered 24/7 care.
All staff have current First Aid and medication training.
Regular household safety checks are conducted.
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 Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) funding.
You have the financial means to pay rent and utilities and are prepared.
SDA Relevant Information
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) registered as design category ‘Fully Accessible’.
Vacancy code: VAC000189