Bacchus Marsh VIC Supported Independent Living (SIL)

The property

Vacancy details

Don’t miss the opportunity to join a conveniently-located home with easy access to both the regional country and metro Melbourne. Situated close to scenic reserves with historic heritage features and picturesque landscapes, this home offers the best of both worlds with an abundance of amenities around the corner.

There are currently three vacant bedrooms available, ready for the new residents to add their own furnishings and belongings.

This home is currently only accepting Supported Independent Living applicants and has two 24/7 active support workers.

Features

• Single storey, 5 bedroom home
• Shared areas include: open plan kitchen and dining area, living room, lounge/rumpus room, laundry, outdoor entertaining area and 2 bathrooms (1 bathroom with ceiling hoist)
• Fitted with air-conditioning and heating for year-round comfort
• Broadband internet and pay-TV available
• Fully fenced, grassy backyard, paved patio and undercover access from parking to property
• The home is wheelchair accessible with wide doorways and pathways
• This home is built to SDA standard of Fully Accessible, Independent Living and High Physical Support.

Bedroom features

• Built-in wardrobes
• Carpet flooring
• Air-conditioning and heating for year-round comfort
• Put your own stamp on your new room!

Nearby facilities

• 240 metres walk to bus stop
• Close to the shopping precinct with grocery stores, restaurants and local cafes
• Less than 5 minutes drive to Bacchus Marsh Hospital, medical centre and pharmacy
• Close to a number of local parks and aquatic centre including Lerderderg State Park
• Access to regional Vic or metro Melbourne via the M4.

Applicant considerations

This vacancy is best suited for a male or female aged 40 – 60+ years, who is quiet with a gentle nature, enjoys spending time with housemates and socialising.

The current residents are both male aged 40 – 60+ years, who enjoy cooking, household tasks, gardening, puzzles and going out into the community. They require the use of mobility aids and some have limited verbal communication.

Support in the home is based on a 5 person arrangement and available as required and funded. Staff have a wide range of skills and experience, including manual handling, personal care, person-centred active support, mental health, intellectual and neurological disabilities, high physical support, mealtime management, nutrition and swallowing, medication management, epilepsy, autism, incontinence and positive behaviour support.