OUR WORK

Homelessness

McAuley House provides a place for rest, recovery and reconnection for women who have been homeless.

As well as experiencing homelessness, many of the women supported at McAuley House have had long histories of trauma, family violence and mental illness. Their journey can only start when they have had a chance to rest and recover.

McAuley House in Footscray supports up to 25 women. In 2019 McAuley House Ballarat opened its doors, accommodating seven women.

Both buildings are designed to promote the dignity and wellbeing of the women who live there.

44% of requests for support from homeless services are because of family violence.

There has been an 8.3% increase in women's homelessness over the past five years.

99 requests per day for homelessness support are unable to be met.

McAuley Houses offer women a safe community in which to live while they regain their health and wellbeing.

We support women to rebuild their family and community connections, develop their independent living skills, and begin their journey towards independence.

Natalie: ‘now I never have to leave’

A journey from mental illness and homelessness to a new life

Now living in permanent housing in Footscray, Natalie has a sense of optimism about her future.

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Social inclusion

What's it all about?

Many women living at McAuley House have typically survived, and continue to overcome, many challenging life events. Social connections and developing new skills are an important part of getting their lives back on track after the trauma of homelessness.

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Tania: ‘I saw no future for myself’

Formerly homeless after dealing with addiction and mental health issues, Tania is now living in McAuley House Ballarat. She says safe and secure housing and the support of staff are giving her the space and resources she needs to get her life on track.

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Tina’s off to the World Cup

It was a life-changing decision when Tina, who had been homeless before she came to us for support, decided to have a go at Street Soccer. Now she's been selected to represent Australia at the international event, the Homeless World Cup.

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New homelessness support in Ballarat

Our McAuley House Ballarat opened in 2019, and brings our proven model for supporting women who have been homeless to regional Victoria.

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Our integrated support for women who have been homeless

women supported in McAuley Houses Footscray & Ballarat

average number of nights stayed

%

have a diagnosis or indicator of mental illness

%

have also experienced family violence

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Skills 4 life

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