Building for people on the Autism spectrum
In collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services and Wyndham Council, we celebrated the opening of a new respite centre for young people on the Autism spectrum. The centre, project managed by Housing Choices, is operated by Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) and is now supporting residents aged between 15 and 25 who live in the Wyndham, Melton and Brimbank Council areas, providing a chance for the young people and their families to take a well-earned break. Complete with three separate living spaces designed as ‘calm spaces’ in which residents can feel at home, the centre can accommodate five young adults, plus a full-time carer. The Aspect Development: • Housing Choices granted nominal lease of site by City of Wyndham • Fully funded by DHHS - $1.79m • Commenced; March 2016 Completed; December of 2016 • Providing respite for young people on the Autism spectrum and their families, in a safe and well-appointed facility
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