How we'll support daily life
Support setup, Staff, and Certifications
The property is staffed by a highly trained team who are committed to supporting supporting people with disability to live the life they choose.
- Staff are trained in age-related and other competencies including dementia, epilepsy, mental health, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and person-centred active support (PCAS).
- 24/7 support, including awake night support.
- Access to a fully maintained modified vehicle, for transport within a 30km radius of the house (annual fee applies).
Who you'd live with
Housemates
This home would be a great fit for someone who is looking for disability accommodation in a quiet, convenient location with lots of opportunity for outdoor activities and relaxing indoors.
- Enjoys living with a small group of sociable people.
- Has or is eligible for NDIS Supported Independent Living funding or Disability Support for Older Australians (DSOA) funding.
- Requires basic, or above, Specialist Disability Accommodation funding.
- Wants active night support.
The housemates are independent, friendly and sociable.
- Current housemates include women and men.
- Housemates are all aged over 55.
- Some housemates are verbal and some use gestures to communicate.
- Each housemate has their own network, interests and activities that they pursue individually with the support of staff.
- There are opportunities for housemates to socialise and engage in special events in the house and/or in the community if they choose to.
- Staff take a Person Centred Active Support (PCAS) approach to ensure housemates are involved in their daily living and household activities.
- There are authorised restrictive practices at this house as some housemates require additional support to stay safe.
Inside the home
Layout, features, and accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Covered Outdoor Entertaining Area
- Accessible Bathroom (no steps)
- Close to Shops
- Close to Hospital/Medical Services
- Secure Yard
- Wifi available
- Close to Public Transport
- Access to Site Vehicle
- All Utilities Included
Located on a quiet, leafy street and living with friendly housemates, this well-established home offers a serene retreat with convenient access to the thriving urban centre of Katoomba.
- Eight-bedroom home with self-contained downstairs flat.
- Good ratios of care and support.
- Sociable, independent housemates.
- Well-proportioned bedrooms with built-in wardrobes.
- Spacious lounge, dining area and kitchen in an open plan design.
- Large internal laundry.
- Stocked arts and craft room.
- Big backyard with gardens and a greenhouse.
- Short 3km drive to Katoomba town village and train station.
Where it is
Approximate area shown for privacy
Located in the heart of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, Katoomba is a charming town with a relaxed feel, breath-taking scenery and lots of space. It’s the perfect place for someone looking for a tree change.
- Lovely bushwalks, waterfalls and swimming holes.
- Thriving cafe and restaurant culture.
- Regular festivals and markets.
- Convenient shopping including Katoomba Village Shopping Centre, supermarkets, local butchers and fruit shops.
- Great amenities such as TAFE NSW Katoomba, library, aquatic centre, doctors and allied health services.
- Quiet, leafy and green neighbourhoods.
- Excellent transport links with regular bus services and the Blue Mountains train line.