New analysis by Shelter WA reveals the Cook Government could wipe as much as $50 million off the energy bills of all social housing renters every year by making homes energy efficient.
New analysis by Shelter WA reveals demand for homelessness services soaring as the housing crisis impacts people across the state.
Spending is up but so is demand for housing and services. The Productivity Commission’s Report on Government Services (ROGS) for the sector — assessing services across social housing, specialist homelessness services, and financial assistance – has been released for 2024.
Shelter WA welcomes the State Government’s announcement today of $47.6 million in funding for homelessness services.
24,500 clients were assisted in Western Australia – 9 per cent of the national SHS population (273,600 total clients).
A call for the Safe Night Space to remain open – if not for the next two years at least over the Christmas period.
Increased investment to spot purchase homes to increase social housing supply is very welcome.
The Australian Government share of this expenditure was $1.7 billion in 2021‑22.
In WA one in 111 people received homelessness assistance, lower than the national rate (one in 94).
The service ensures that people experiencing rough sleeping are linked with other appropriate housing and health services to prevent further rough sleeping.
In 2020–21, SHS agencies provided support to almost 278,300 clients who each had a variety of different needs and reasons for seeking support.
All funded services by the Dublin Region Homeless Executive have a Service Level Agreement in place.
All funded services by the Dublin Region Homeless Executive have a Service Level Agreement in place.
This report is based on findings from 73 homelessness services operating across WA and outcomes from focus groups comprising of homelessness service CEOs and managers.
This report is based on findings from 73 homelessness services operating across WA and outcomes from focus groups comprising of homelessness service CEOs and managers.
A two part ‘Housing First’ program which provides transitional housing and connection to professional support services followed by appropriate and affordable permanent housing.