Tony lost his partner of 22 years in 2017 and moved to Common Ground, located in the Adelaide CBD, after losing his home. Tony was referred to Housing Choices South Australia from the Adelaide Zero Project. “My home is my castle and the best home I have ever had. I feel very lucky with everything that has happened since
moving to Housing Choices SA and I am lucky to be alive. I have the best support that I have ever had”. The location and accessibility for Tony, is unbeatable. “I have all the services on my doorstep to look after me”. Having a long-term home has helped Tony reconnect with his son after fifteen
years of estrangement and they now meet every week. Tony credits secure accommodation as being one of the reasons he’s been able to reconnect with his son. “Having my own home and support has helped bring us together again”. Tony, Adelaide CBD
Matthew has now completed over 1100 original works in the last 12 years, many of these illustrations created in his home art space. As well as being located near cafes and galleries that stock his work, Matthew also volunteers at the local footy club, located just a short walk from his front door. “I’m super grateful to call this place home, and I love having the space to create my art,” he said. Matthew, Hackney
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