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North Bendigo, VIC 3550

SDA design category: High Physical Support Overnight support: Sleepover (Inactive) SDA cost: $41,568.24

Where is this house?

The house is located in the Central Goldfields of North Bendigo. Public transport bus is within walking distance with the closest stop being on Holdsworth Road. Bendigo train station is a 10 minute commute. Bendigo Cinemas and Faith Leech Aquatic Centre are located within a five-minute drive. Bendigo Health hospital is a kilometre, and the Bendigo Medical Centre is a five kilometre drive. The expansive Bendigo Botanical Gardens are a short ten-minute drive as is Bendigo Shopping Mall. There is an IGA supermarket within walking distance.

About this property

This purpose built house comprises four spacious bedrooms. On the same residential block there are also two semi detached one bedroom residences. At the front of the house there is an open plan kitchen and dining area which leads into the living room. The living area opens onto an undercover alfresco area.

Accessibility

The SDA design category of the property is High Physical Support. There are steps into the backyard.

About the vacant room

The room is located at the front of the property, adjacent to the living room and open plan kitchen and meals area. The room has built in wardrobes. There is ducted air-conditioning and heating and room also features an ensuite and small service bench area (kitchenette) with wash area. With outdoor accessibility there is a Samsung smart lock. There is no ceiling hoist installed, however the house specifications allow for one to be installed if required.

Who lives in this house?

The current residents in the home are male and female. The age range of residents is 30 s to 60 s. The current resident group are ambulant and lead a busy lifestyle at home and in their local community. Hobbies include playing games, doing puzzles, listening to music, cooking and swimming. One of the residents has a keen interest in the police service. The current residents are friendly, enjoy structured routines and contribute towards the running of the house. The residents also attend day program Monday to Friday.

Current resident group preferences for a new housemate:

Being friendly, easy going, fun to live with, involved in the making of friendships, listening to each other. Someone who can make us smile (or try to) Someone trustworthy Someone who is involved in the household chores and choices. Someone to watch movies with and relax Being funny Residents families want to maintain a safe environment for their family members who are vulnerable.

Support

The house is staffed seven days a week with an inactive overnight model of care. The current support provider in the house is Possability. SIL support staff are trained in Positive Behaviour Support, Epilepsy management, and Mental Health support. There are some restrictive practices including locking of pantry doors and locking of bedrooms when residents are not home.

Things you need to know

The applicant must be aged 18 years or over. This is an enrolled Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) property therefore the applicant will need to have NDIA approved eligibility and the appropriate level of SDA funding available. The applicant will need to be able to pay rent and utilities. The applicant or their representative will need to establish a residential agreement. The SDA building type for this house is Group Home. The SDA design category is High Physical Support. The SDA cost is $41,568.24

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