Independent Living Units

Residents exploring the Hastings area

The original concept for the development of these units, built on The Lodge site, was to provide accommodation for ageing parent/s with a son or daughter with a disability. This was publicly advertised for expressions of interest, however the response to this new concept was conservative and the units were used in another manner.

The first unit was built in 1999 with the generous financial support of the Kangaroo Bay Rotary Club and Southern Branch, with the construction work done "at cost" by DiGiovanni Constructions. Three clients subsequently moved in to this unit from The Lodge.

In 2002 State government funding enabled two more two bedroom units to be built, accommodating a further 4 clients.

Residents and guests enjoy a bbq

The aims of this program are:

• To promote independence for all clients
• To promote life environments comparable with the personal expectations of the general community
• To develop new skills
• For clients to maximise their living skills and abilities
• For clients to realise their aims and expectations
• For clients to access the community with minimal or no support