Elizabeth Street Common Ground [Supportive Housing]
Aim
Elizabeth Street Common Ground (ESCG) will end homelessness permanently for 65 of Melbourne's most vulnerable people. This will be done through the creation of 131 units comprising a healthy social mix, high quality housing, on-site support services and secure access for tenants. 30 units for low income families will be co-located in a separate part of the same building.
Eligibility
ESCG is designed for people who are vulnerable to long-term homelessness and highly vulnerable to physical or mental harm.
Vulnerability is determined by assessing:
- People’s current housing circumstances and history of homelessness, including length of time homeless, types of accommodation accessed, reasons for leaving accommodation
- The presence of a mental illness, drug and alcohol dependency, disability/cognitive impairments or other chronic health condition which can be a barrier to maintaining housing.
- Vulnerability to harm and exploitation from others or a risk of harm to themselves
General eligibility criteria:
- Single or couple, male or female, over 18 years with no dependents
- Are currently homeless, in unsafe housing, or will be discharged from treatment/rehabilitation or correctional facilities to homelessness
- Have a history of homelessness and are vulnerable to ongoing homelessness and harm
- Meet Housing Association asset and income limits
In addition to meeting the above assessment criteria priority will be given to applicants who have:
- Been homeless for a lengthy period (for example, over five years or more)
- Needs can be met by the level of support that is to be provided.
Access
ESCG is not currently accepting referrals for tenants. Future vacancies will be advertised on this website and information will be disseminated to relevant organisations.