New housing boost for women over 55 experiencing homelessness ...
The Cook Labor Government has awarded more than $7 million to Uniting WA to develop a transitional accommodation service for women over 55 who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness at their property in Fremantle.
Historic Wyn Carr House will be refurbished and expanded to accommodate office space, support services and 12 bedrooms with a total of $7,090,228 funding delivered through:
$4,202,045 from the Cook Government Community Housing New Build grant;$819,925 from the Cook Government Community Housing Refurbishment grant; and $2,068,258 in Lotterywest grant funding.Eleven of the bedrooms will include a dedicated ensuite, and one room will be disability accessible with an accessible ensuite.
The ground floor will provide kitchen and laundry amenities for residents, and will include living spaces, a shared computer room and individual food lockers.
The development is being constructed by Western Projects and is expected to reach completion by late 2025.
Comments attributed to Housing and Homelessness Minister John Carey:
"Our Government recognises the critical role Uniting WA plays in supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community and we're deeply proud to provide more than $7 million so they can continue this important work.
"This $7 million investment demonstrates the Cook Government's commitment to working with the community and private sector to increase the supply of social housing in Western Australia and will deliver more safe and affordable housing to those who need it the most.
"The Cook Labor Government is investing a record $3.2 billion in housing and homelessness and since this investment we've added more than 2,500 social homes, with a further 1,000 currently under contract or construction."
Comments attributed to Fremantle MLA Simone McGurk:
"I'm proud to be part of the Cook Labor Government as we continue to provide critical support to the most vulnerable members of the Fremantle community, with a $7 million commitment to Uniting WA.
"Uniting WA is an experienced and effective service provider and I'm glad this funding will support their efforts to assist those who need it the most."
