In addition to the $4 million land what is the cost of the modular units and associated connected services including landscaping, fencing, parking and the repair of existing sewerage and storm water drain problems? $700,000 is the current estimate of final costs that includes all units and site works. Note: the modular units are relocatable and will be added to the stock of units that DHHS currently deploys across Victoria. Tenant selection and support Can you provide examples of other sites I the bayside area that have 24/7 support or supervision on site? The department funds a wide range of accommodation settings across the state, including in the Bayside area. This includes instances where onsite support is a feature of the model, such as disability group homes, women’s refuges, accommodation for homeless young people, and adult prevention and recovery care services. What specific services will the 24/7 support or supervision staff provide and what is the cost of this 24/7 support or supervision? Expert community service providers will be contracted to provide individualised support to tenants. the specific services will vary depending on tenant needs, they are likely to include practical, social, health and skills-based support as well as therapeutic individual and group activities as required. Support staff onsite will ensure the provision of a welcoming, calm, and safe environment that includes access to both shared and private areas. The cost of support provision to each Towards Home site will vary in line with the of individual clients occupying each site. Supportive housing is a service approach featuring close working partnerships between the agency managing the property and tenancies, the main support provider and a range of other services that may be involved. If the project is temporary how are the tenants going to build a connection with area and obtain employment? The Towards Home project will operate for two Tenants will engage with support workers from local services before, during and after their tenancy to ensure good engagement with support and sustainment of good outcomes after the project. This length of support far exceeds existing three-month models of homelessness support. Staff will work closely with program residents, community and clinical services and other agencies to develop comprehensive of person’ individual recovery plans. The support is ‘whole flexible and individually delivered meaning each person will receive the right intensity of support across the full range of their needs. This will ensure they have ample time to stabilise, plan and create their future pathway into longer term housing and links to community support including employment.
In addition to the $4 million land what is the cost of the modular units and associated connected services including landscaping, fencing, parking and the repair of existing sewerage and storm water drain problems? $700,000 is the current estimate of final costs that includes all units and site works. Note: the modular units are relocatable and will be added to the stock of units that DHHS currently deploys across Victoria. Tenant selection and support Can you provide examples of other sites I the bayside area that have 24/7 support or supervision on site? The department funds a wide range of accommodation settings across the state, including in the Bayside area. This includes instances where onsite support is a feature of the model, such as disability group homes, women’s refuges, accommodation for homeless young people, and adult prevention and recovery care services. What specific services will the 24/7 support or supervision staff provide and what is the cost of this 24/7 support or supervision? Expert community service providers will be contracted to provide individualised support to tenants. the specific services will vary depending on tenant needs, they are likely to include practical, social, health and skills-based support as well as therapeutic individual and group activities as required. Support staff onsite will ensure the provision of a welcoming, calm, and safe environment that includes access to both shared and private areas. The cost of support provision to each Towards Home site will vary in line with the of individual clients occupying each site. Supportive housing is a service approach featuring close working partnerships between the agency managing the property and tenancies, the main support provider and a range of other services that may be involved. If the project is temporary how are the tenants going to build a connection with area and obtain employment? The Towards Home project will operate for two Tenants will engage with support workers from local services before, during and after their tenancy to ensure good engagement with support and sustainment of good outcomes after the project. This length of support far exceeds existing three-month models of homelessness support. Staff will work closely with program residents, community and clinical services and other agencies to develop comprehensive ‘whole of person’ individual recovery plans. The support is flexible and individually delivered meaning each person will receive the right intensity of support across the full range of their needs. This will ensure they have ample time to stabilise, plan and create their future pathway into longer term housing and links to community support including employment.