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Katoomba

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11-206

A serene retreat with convenient urban access

Home Features

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Large Backyard
  • Covered Outdoor Entertaining Area
  • Accessible Bathroom (no steps)
  • Built in robes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Close to Shops
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  • Close to Hospital/Medical Services
  • Single Level
  • Secure Yard
  • Wifi available
  • Close to Public Transport
  • Access to Site Vehicle
  • All Utilities Included
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Vacancies Available

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Our New Housemate

This home would be a great fit for someone who is looking for disability accommodation in a quiet, convenient location with lots of opportunity for outdoor activities and relaxing indoors.

  • Enjoys living with a small group of sociable people.
  • Has or is eligible for NDIS Supported Independent Living funding or Disability Support for Older Australians (DSOA) funding.
  • Requires basic, or above, Specialist Disability Accommodation funding.
  • Wants active night support.

The People Living Here

The housemates are independent, friendly and sociable.

  • Current housemates include women and men.
  • Housemates are all aged over 55.
  • Some housemates are verbal and some use gestures to communicate.
  • Each housemate has their own network, interests and activities that they pursue individually with the support of staff.
  • 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.
  • There are authorised restrictive practices at this house as some housemates require additional support to stay safe.

Support Available

The property is staffed by a highly trained team who are committed to supporting supporting people with disability to live the life they choose.

  • Staff are trained in age-related and other competencies including dementia, epilepsy, mental health, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and person-centred active support (PCAS).
  • 24/7 support, including awake night support.
  • 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 the Blue Mountains train line.  

Additional Information

Located on a quiet, leafy street and living with friendly housemates, this well-established home offers a serene retreat with convenient access to the thriving urban centre of Katoomba.

  • Eight-bedroom home with self-contained downstairs flat.
  • Good ratios of care and support.
  • Sociable, independent housemates.
  • Well-proportioned bedrooms with built-in wardrobes.
  • Spacious lounge, dining area and kitchen in an open plan design.
  • Large internal laundry.
  • Stocked arts and craft room.
  • Big backyard with gardens and a greenhouse.
  • Short 3km drive to Katoomba town village and train station.
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