Built using adaptable housing design principles and features.
All bedrooms are good sized with built-in robes.
Communal areas include a living/dining area, craft room, kitchen and laundry.
Attractive and accessible, spacious garden.
Located on a quiet leafy street, just a short distance from shops.
Within 2km of Katoomba train station.
Property includes a storeroom and carport.
Our New Housemate
Must have or be eligible for NDIS Supported Independent Living funding.
Must have or be eligible for basic, or above, Specialist Disability Accommodation funding.
Is seeking active night support.
The People Living Here
Current housemates are all women.
Housemates are aged 40–75.
Three housemates are non-verbal and communicates using gestures or a communication aid.
Each of the current housemates attend local community participation programs and enjoy similar activities, interests and networks.
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.
Support Available
This house provides 24/7 support, including active night support.
Staff supporting individuals within this service have skills and competencies in: Ageing, Diabetes, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Therapy support services, Personal Care Assistance, Autism Awareness, Positive Behaviour Support, Epilepsy Awareness and PACS.
Access to a fully maintained modified vehicle, for transport within a 30km radius of the house. Annual fee applies.
Suburb Profile
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 on Blue Mountains train line.