Assistance for your housing support needs.
Finding the right home is a big part of life and an important decision for anyone.
At Anglicare, we understand that many Tasmanians can’t afford to buy a house. There is also a big shortage of rental properties.
When searching for an affordable home, many people will live in a series of short-term, problematic housing situations, often relying on the help of family or friends to put them up temporarily. This instability can affect health and wellbeing, make it difficult to keep children in school, and can make employment or looking for work very difficult. So we work with people to help obtain and maintain tenancies.
We can also connect people to other services they may need during this time to improve their wellbeing and personal opportunities.
Anglicare’s supported accommodation is one option for adults who are looking for safe and affordable long-term housing with onsite support.
Transitional accommodation is an option for young people who are looking to pursue education and employment in a supported environment.
Anglicare also provides shelter accommodation for young men in Hobart.
Southern Tasmania
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Bayview Lodge (supported accommodation for people aged 18 and over)
Bayview Lodge provides safe, affordable long term communal housing for singles and couples on low incomes.
If you are on a low income and need somewhere to live, Bayview Lodge may be an option. The lodge has long term communal housing for 26 people. Your rent includes three meals a day, power, a weekly linen service for sheets and towels along with on-site support and recreational activities. You’ll have your own room and there’s a communal lounge, dining room and shared laundry.
A Lodge Manager is on site to help with general support, and they are also available for after-hours emergencies.
The on-site support worker can assist you to link in with various services you might need. While you’re living at Bayview you’ll be encouraged to be part of the lodge community, helping to plan activities and participate in house meetings.
Bayview Lodge is located in Rosny.
Details
Cost to you – Rent and board is 85% of a person’s income (excluding any Commonwealth Rent Assistance you may be eligible for).
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Bayview Lodge, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Bayview Lodge. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Bayview Lodge will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
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Goulburn St (supported accommodation for people aged 18 and over)
Goulburn Street has supported, safe, affordable, long term housing for men and women over 18 years of age in fully independent units.
If you are single or a couple on a low income and looking for supported, safe, affordable, long term housing, Goulburn Street may be an option.
Goulburn Street has accommodation in independent units each with a kitchen and bathroom. There is also a communal kitchen, shared laundry, lounge and nice outdoor spaces.
Staff are on site Monday to Friday to provide support to tenants as well as assist with arranging outings and recreational activities. Once you’re living at Goulburn Street you’ll be encouraged to help plan activities and participate in regular tenant meetings.
Goulburn Street is located in Hobart.
Details
Cost to you – 25% of your income is charged for rent (including any Commonwealth Rent Assistance you may be eligible for)
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Goulburn Street, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Goulburn Street. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Goulburn Street will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
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Bilton Lodge (supported accommodation for people aged 18 and over)
Bilton Lodge provides safe, affordable long term communal housing for people on low incomes.
If you are over 18, on a low income and need somewhere to live in southern Tasmania, Bilton Lodge may be an option. The lodge has long term housing for 36 people and offers full board.
Your rent includes three meals a day, power, a weekly linen service for sheets and towels along with some recreational activities. You’ll have your own room and there’s a communal lounge, gym, dining room, laundry and outdoor areas.
A Lodge Manager is on site to help with general support and for after hours emergencies. If you want to get involved in activities, there’s a Recreation and Support worker, and they can also assist you to link in with various services you might need. While you’re living at Bilton you’ll be encouraged to help plan activities and participate in house meetings.
Bilton Lodge is located in Claremont.
Details
Cost to you – Rent is 85% of your income excluding Commonwealth Rent Assistance
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Bilton Lodge, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Bilton Lodge. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Bilton Lodge will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Zac’s story
“I got diagnosed with schizophrenia a few years ago. I didn’t take that real well so I started getting into a bit of trouble too. Mum and I were fighting a lot.
I moved into a flat out in Moonah but that didn’t last long. I kept getting unwell and was in and out of hospital. Mum was really good but she didn’t really know what to do to help and didn’t want me living back at home with her and my little brother.
One of the social workers in the hospital gave me a pamphlet about Bilton Lodge and explained how much it cost to live there. They said they could ring up and get more information for me if I wanted. I thought it couldn’t hurt.
I was a bit scared that they would be really strict there and I couldn’t come and go when I wanted and sort of do my own thing. I ended up moving in though, they said I could do a trial and see if I liked it.
I’ve been there about 2 years now. I still get unwell sometimes but everyone is really good there and they help me when I need it.”
Funding
Bilton Lodge is funded through the State Government. It is a partnership between Anglicare and Housing Tasmania to provide supported residential accommodation for Tasmanians on low incomes.
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Trinity Hill (supported accommodation for people aged 16 to 25)
Trinity Hill has safe affordable housing for young people on low incomes.
At Trinity Hill there are 46 bed-sit units for young men and women aged between 16 and 25 who are looking for long-term, affordable accommodation. Some of the units are designed for people who are living with disability.
Residents at Trinity Hill live independently and they share social spaces, bbq areas, training rooms, a gym and laundry.
While you are living at Trinity Hill you’ll be supported to continue your education or training, or working towards seeking employment.
There is support on-site to assist you to do the things you want to do and you’ll be encouraged to have positive input into the Trinity Hill residential community while you are living here.
Trinity Hill is in North Hobart, opposite Elizabeth College.
Details
Cost to you – Rent is 25% of your income which includes any Rent Assistance you’re eligible for.
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Trinity Hill, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Trinity Hill. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Trinity Hill will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Cody’s story
“I had been homeless for 4 years since I was 14 and because of that my schooling was pretty poor and I couldn’t get a job.
When I first heard about Trinity Hill I thought that it might be ok for me cos I was staying at mate’s places and in and out of shelters. I had nowhere to call my own.
Anyway I went to Housing Connect and they helped me apply for a unit here and linked me to some other stuff to help me get my stuff sorted. Like I’m even cooking my own food now!
Since I came into Trinity I’ve had an opportunity to look at doing some stuff at college that I wouldn’t have had done if I wasn’t here.
Yeah, it’s good; I mind my own business and have met some really good people who I can talk to when I need to and do some fun activities.”
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Youthcare (crisis accommodation for young men aged 13 to 20)
Youthcare has crisis accommodation for young men aged 13 to 20 in southern Tasmania. At Youthcare you’ll find support and assistance to reconnect with your family or to establish safe long term accommodation that suits you.
Youthcare has safe crisis accommodation if you are:
- male13 to 20 years old,
- homeless or about to become homeless
- in southern Tasmania
You’ll be able to stay at Youthcare and get a good sleep. Youthcare staff will help you plan what you would like to do next. That might mean working things out with your family, or getting back to school, or it might mean finding more permanent housing.
We’ll work with you to build your confidence so you can find and access the support and accommodation you need.
Youthcare is located in Moonah.
Details
Cost to you – Board is $60 per week
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Youthcare, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Youthcare. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Youthcare will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Jake’s story
“Things were really bad after dad died. Mum didn’t cope too well. I don’t think us kids helped but we were pretty sad about it too.
Mum started drinking a lot and we stopped going to school and then we were all fighting a lot. My brothers and I got into a few good fights, not just with each other but with some of the kids down the road and at school. One day mum just snapped, she told me to pack my bags and get out or she’d call the cops.
I didn’t know where to go. I talked to one of the social workers from school and they rang Youthcare. I ended up staying there for a couple of weeks.
They were really great but I wanted to go home. Mum wasn’t keen to have me back. I guess I was pretty horrible to her before I left. The worker at Youthcare got mum in for a chat. They talked to us about getting some counselling and maybe even some counselling for my brothers as well. I’m still at Youthcare, but mum and I went and talked to a counsellor and we both want to work things out so I can go back home. Things are looking up.”
Northern Tasmania
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Thistle Street (supported accommodation for people aged 18 and over)
Thistle Street has supported, safe, affordable, long term housing for men and women over 18 years of age in fully independent units.
If you are single or in a couple, on a low income and looking for supported, safe, affordable, long term housing, Thistle Street may be an option.
Thistle Street has accommodation in fully independent units each with a kitchen and bathroom. There is also a communal kitchen, lounge and nice outdoor spaces.
There’s a support worker at Thistle Street from Monday to Friday to help arrange and facilitate outings and recreational activities. Once you’re living at Thistle Street you’ll be encouraged to help plan activities and go along to regular house meetings.
Thistle Street is located South Launceston.
Details
Cost to you – 25% of a resident’s income is charged for rent (including Commonwealth Rent Assistance)
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Thistle Street, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Thistle Street. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Thistle Street will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Santina’s story
“I was about to do a Chef’s Apprenticeship when I got ill. I couldn’t work and I lost my job. I lost my home too and had nowhere to live.
I stayed at a lodge for a few months then came to live at Thistle Street. The Support Worker helped me heaps and when I got settled I said I’d like to do some volunteer work. I loved it – it made me feel like I was doing something worthwhile. I feel more confident because of that. I’ve also done a course in Preparation for Work at Thistle Street. They gave me a certificate. And now I do a couple of hours cleaning work at the local hairdressers each week.
My health had not been really good but the Thistle Street Support Worker helped me get on to a good local GP. They reviewed my medication and I see them regularly now. I feel better because I sleep better and I reckon I can manage my depression and Post Traumatic Stress and deal with stuff better now.
The other thing that has happened is that I’ve been able to fix up problems with my daughter. She lives a fair way away, and she had stopped talking to me when I got sick. That was one of the things that made me feel worse. But now I talk to her about my illness and she seems to understand.
Since coming to live at Thistle Street lots of things have improved for me. It’s “all good”, as they say.”
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Indigo Lodge (supported accommodation for people aged 18 and over)
Indigo Lodge has safe, affordable, long term communal housing for people on low incomes.
If you’re on a low income, over 18 and looking for safe, affordable, long term, communal housing Indigo Lodge may be an option.
The lodge has accommodation for 30 people, both singles and couples, in private rooms. There are also a communal lounges, a dining room, games room, gym and laundry facilities. Each week there is a linen service for sheets and towels. Your rent covers three meals a day as well as power and some recreational activities.
There is a Lodge Manager on site who can provide general support and assistance and is available for after hours emergencies. A part time Recreation & Support worker offers activities, support and can link people in with needed services.
While you are living at Indigo Lodge you’ll be encouraged to help plan activities and participate in regular house meetings.
Indigo Lodge is located in Launceston.
Details
Cost to you – Rent is 85% of people’s incomes excluding Commonwealth Rent Assistance
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Indigo Lodge, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Indigo Lodge. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Indigo Lodge will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Marko’s story
“I was homeless on and off ever since I can remember. I moved in with some mates here and there, and a girlfriend here and there, got my own place a few times but things never seemed to work out. I always had trouble paying the rent. I didn’t eat real well so I was sick a lot too. Probably didn’t help that I was hanging out with a bad crowd – you know, doing drugs and drinking too much.
I was pretty down and out, it was the middle of winter and I was sleeping in a squat or staying with friends where I could. I was getting pretty sick of things and felt pretty down. One of my mates told me I should go into Anglicare to see if they could help. When I went in they talked to me about Indigo Lodge.
At first I wasn’t keen moving into a place with a heap of people I didn’t know, but I went up and had a look one day and I ended up staying for lunch. I thought I’d give it a go. I it was better than sleeping in the squat – warmer for one.
I’ve been at Indigo nine months now. I’ve made heaps of new friends. Some of them are like family and we sort of look out for each other. The food is great, a hot meal every day and my own room where I can hang out if I want to be by myself.
I just feel better you know, I’m not sick all the time like I used to be. I don’t drink as much either. We get out and about on the bus too, we go on fishing trips and have movie nights.
The best thing is I can stay here as long as I want.”
Funding
Indigo Lodge is funded through the State Government. It is a partnership between Anglicare and Housing Tasmania to provide supported residential accommodation for Tasmanian’s on low incomes.
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Thyne House (supported accommodation for people aged 16 to 25)
Thyne House provides affordable, supportive, long term housing for young people aged 16 to 25.
If you are a young single person or a couple aged between 16 and 25 in need of supportive, safe, affordable, long term housing Thyne House may be an option.
Thyne House has accommodation in fully independent units, each with a kitchen and bathroom. There is also a communal kitchen, lounge, gym, resource room and outdoor spaces.
While you are living at Thyne House you will be encouraged and supported to be involved in employment, education and or training. There is a support worker on site Monday to Friday to assist and to help facilitate outings and recreational activities which the residents help to plan. There are regular house meetings for residents.
Thyne House is located in Launceston.
Details
Cost to you – 25% of income is charged for rent (including Commonwealth Rent Assistance)
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Thyne House, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Thyne House. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Thyne House will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Maya’s story
“Before I moved in to Thyne House I’d been homeless for about nine months. Yeah, it’s ok to stay at friend’s places for a while, but I had to keep moving on. I spent some of that time in a young women’s shelter too.
When I got the chance to live at Thyne House I thought it would be good to get a few other things in my life sorted out. Now I’m enrolled in a hospitality course which I love. I reckon I might get a job in hospitality because I’ve done a couple of placements already.
Also, with the support of the worker at Thyne I started to have more contact with my family. They accept me now and that makes me feel better about myself and my sexuality.
I’ve even got a really supportive GP that’s helping me give up smoking! “
Northwest Tasmania
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Grove House (supported accommodation for people aged 18 and over)
Grove House provides supported, safe, affordable long term housing for men and women, singles and couples over 18 years of age.
If you’re over 18 and looking for supported, safe, affordable, long term housing in the Ulverstone area, Grove House may be an option.
This communal residence accommodates up to 20 people in fully independent units each with a kitchen and bathroom. There’s also a shared kitchen, a lounge to relax in and lovely outdoor spaces. From Monday to Friday there is a support worker on site who can help you arrange outings and recreational activities.
While you are living at Grove House you’ll be encouraged to help plan activities and come to regular house meetings
Grove House is located in Ulverstone.
Details
Cost to you – Rent is 25% of a person’s income, including Commonwealth Rent Assistance.
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Grove House, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Grove House. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Grove House will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Robert’s story
“I was 58 when I came to Grove House.
I’d been married but it broke up and I went back home to mum and dads. That didn’t work out too well because they were getting old and I had schizophrenia and sometimes I had trouble with my mobility.
When I first came to Grove House I didn’t feel like talking to anyone and I stayed by myself a lot. The support worker kept an eye on me and he made sure I was ok and going to my appointments.
The Grove House workers are all great and I felt like the whole team was taking care of me. It made me feel a lot better about myself and so I started to hang out with other people a bit more. I even started doing some of the activities with the other Grove House people. For the first time in ages I don’t feel isolated. I’ve made friends.
The support worker got me onto a group called ‘Hearing voices’ which I went to for seven months. It was good because I met other people that were like me and I learnt a lot about my illness. I wrote stuff down and my worker showed me how to use the computer to make a book. I called it ‘My Voices’.
The other thing they did at Grove House was to get me cooking more. When I’d got better at it, I cooked dinner for a couple of the other residents. They said my cooking was really nice!
I enjoy my life a lot more now.”
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Burnie Lodge (supported accommodation for people aged 18 and over)
Burnie Lodge provides affordable long term communal housing in northwest Tasmania if you are on a low income.
If you are over 18, on a low income and need somewhere to live on the northwest coast, Burnie Lodge may be an option.
The lodge has long term communal housing for 29 people and offers full board. Your rent includes three meals a day, power, a weekly linen service for sheets and towels along with some recreational activities.
Burnie Lodge has individual self contained units and there’s a communal lounge, dining room, games room, gym, workshop and laundry. A Lodge Manager is on site to help with general support and after hours emergencies. If you want to get involved in activities, there’s a Recreation and Support worker who can also help you to link in with any services you might need.
While you’re living at Burnie Lodge you’ll be encouraged to help plan activities and come to house meetings.
Burnie Lodge is located in Wivenhoe.
Details
Cost to you – Rent is 85% of your income, excluding Commonwealth Rent Assistance.
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Burnie Lodge, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Burnie Lodge. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Burnie Lodge will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Tony’s story
“Me and me missus split up so I went and stayed with my sister. She had her own family, so me being there wasn’t really working out.
A friend of one of my mates lived in this place down in Wivenhoe. I was asking him about it one day and he said it was pretty good. I asked him how he ended up there and he said he just rang up one day to see if they had any rooms. He was living up top of the pub before but had to get out of there.
He said he’d take me there and I could have a talk to the manager there about a room. I went there the other day and had a bit of a look around and talked to a few people. I knew one of the other blokes who lives there too.
I filled out an application form a couple of weeks ago and I move in next week.
My sisters pretty happy too, she’s been great but it’s too hard living there with her and her three kids.
I’m really looking forward to having my own place. All the cooking is done for you too so that’s pretty good too.”
Funding
Burnie Lodge is funded through the State Government. It is a partnership between Anglicare and Housing Tasmania to provide supported residential accommodation for Tasmanians on low incomes.
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Eveline House (supported accommodation for people aged 16 to 24)
Eveline House offers safe and affordable long term housing with on-site support to access education, training, employment and other opportunities for young people aged 16 to 24.
Eveline House features 25 self-contained units, five of them purpose-built for people living with a disability. Tenants also have access to shared laundry facilities as well as training rooms, gym, common areas, outdoor spaces and a games room.
With access to a live-in supervisor and on-site support workers, tenants have safe, affordable housing and are supported with budgeting, transport, study, food preparation, and job applications. While you are living at Eveline House you will be encouraged and supported to be involved in employment, education and or training.
Eveline House is located in Devonport.
Details
Cost to you – 25% of income is charged for rent (as well as any Commonwealth Rent Assistance you’re eligible for)
Referral process
If you want to apply for a unit at Eveline House, you’ll need to apply for Social Housing at Housing Connect. If you are eligible, let Housing Connect know you would like to live at Eveline House. After that you’ll be contacted by one of our workers who will talk with you about whether Eveline House will work for you.
Click here for more information about Housing Connect.
Rowena’s story
Rowena said her experience of homelessness was unexpected and shattered her misconceptions. “I had been couch-surfing and then ended up at a shelter,” she said. “I was sure that I’d be sleeping with one eye open and all my stuff would be tucked under my bed. I was imagining scary, dirty people. It was nothing like that,” she said.
“Here at Eveline House, the community within the place is amazing,” Rowena said. “Everyone has different stories, different experiences – but what we share is that in some way or another we needed help. And having the workers here all the time is so convenient,” she said. “If you need to talk to someone, they’re here. I was sick recently and they got me into the doctor, and drove me there”.
Rowena, who has a customer service position, plans to work her way up in the business. “I am taking it a step at a time,” she said. “I like interacting with people and preparing their food – it’s an essential we all need.”
Funding
Eveline House is funded through the State Government. It is a partnership between Anglicare and Housing Tasmania to provide supported residential accommodation for Tasmanians aged between 16 – 24 years.
I really didn’t have anything – nothing at all. I didn’t know what I was going to do or how to go about finding a suitable place. The worry was so draining. But then I went to Anglicare because I’d heard they help.
A North West Coast woman has new hope after being supported by Anglicare in her search for a private rental.
Anglicare delivers the Housing Connect service in the North and North West – a one-stop shop for all housing and support needs. Housing Connect is where people can get information and advice about a variety of housing options including social housing and emergency accommodation.
Housing Connect
Having safe and secure housing
Access to Anglicare’s Housing Support services is through Housing Connect.
Housing Connect is the one-stop shop for all your housing and support needs. You will only need to have one assessment, for emergency accommodation or a long-term home.
Housing Connect can help you with:
- applying for public or community housing
- support and advice with your private rental, including bond and rent arrears
- emergency accommodation
- support and advice on how to stay in your home
- help after family violence
- information and advice on your housing options.
Housing Connect is a free service.
To find out more, please call Housing Connect on 1800 800 588.
Mick’s Story
“I had just lost my job and my marriage had broken down. I was staying with some friends for a couple of months but they had just told me that I’d need to move out. I spent a few nights sleeping in my car, but it was freezing cold and pretty miserable.
When I came into Housing Connect, they were able to arrange crisis accommodation at a local shelter. They helped me to apply for public housing and private rental assistance, and referred me to a Housing Connect support worker. I got on the waiting list for public housing and my support worker helped me apply for a couple of private rentals. They also helped me get some counselling to help me deal with my marriage break-up.
About six weeks after sending out the applications, I was accepted into the flat by one of the local real estate agents. Housing Connect helped out with some of the bond and rent on the new place and supported the move. My support worker was also able to get some furniture and other house basics from local charity organisations.
While it’s still early days in the new place, I’m finally starting to settle in. I’m now able to spend more time with my son who stays over once a week.”
Funding
Housing Connect is supported by the Crown through the Department of Communities Tasmania.
Applying for housing
If you need housing assistance, Housing Connect is your one-stop shop.
Housing Connect is where you apply for private rental assistance, social housing (public and community housing), rapid rehousing, supported accommodation and other forms of housing assistance.
Authorisation to Enquire on behalf of a client
You can use this form to request that another person or organisation can enquire on your behalf in relation to your Housing Connect Services. If you have a member of parliament, you must direct your enquiry to the Minister for Housing, the Hon Roger Jaensch MP.
If you are representing a constituent in relation to services provided by Housing Connect, please use this application form.
The Tasmanian Government is providing rent relief for residential households who rent homes in the private market and who are experiencing housing stress because of the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19). If you’d like more information about the eligibility requirements and how to apply, click here.
