Residents have begun moving into 37 social housing units in a former retirement village in Clayfield purchased by the Queensland Government.
Queensland Housing Minister, Meaghan Scanlon says the property is being used as long-term accommodation for older Queenslanders, particularly those who are downsizing or experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
“I know the new tenants will be well supported in their new homes by Bric Housing and Communify Queensland, who will manage the property and deliver on site supports,” said the Minister, who visited the facility today.
“These 37 self-contained units provide safe and secure housing for older Queenslanders, particularly those who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and those looking to downsize to smaller homes.”
The Government has also purchased a vacant former retirement village in Toowoomba and leased a vacant former retirement village in Redland Bay.
“The Palaszczuk Government is leaving no stone unturned in our efforts to find new ways we can provide immediate housing for Queenslanders.”
“This includes purchasing or leasing vacant former retirement villages like the one here in Clayfield, as well as in Toowoomba and Redland Bay.
“These three former retirement villages combined will provide housing for more than 120 households in need,” said the Minister.
In the latest State budget, the Government pledged $14 million in funding over two years to deliver on-site supports for the property at Clayfield and the other former retirement villages in Toowoomba and Redlands.
Anyone who needs housing assistance can contact their local Housing Service Centre during business hours or call the 24/7 Homeless Hotline on 1800 474 753.
