Bannister House

Bannister House is a five bedroom residential house that provides medium-term accommodation for young people 16 and 17 years of age who are attending an approved program. The usual length of stay is for up to six months.

To be offered a placement at Bannister House a young person needs to meet the following requirements:

be 16 or 17 years of age
be living in unstable/unsuitable accommodation and/or be 'at risk' of becoming homeless
have a regular source of income
be involved in a regular activity such as School, Training, Work or an Education Course during the day
agree to participate in case management by developing a Support Plan
be willing to work toward independent living

What can I expect from Bannister House?

Bannister House provides stable and affordable accommodation where a youth worker will support and assist in the following areas:

Learning life skills, i.e. cooking, cleaning, budgeting etc.
Having someone to talk to in confidence
Support and practical assistance in working toward individual goals
Practice in sharing accommodation
Provide information, advocacy and referrals to other services if needed, i.e. education, employment or counselling
Your own bedroom with a lock.

Costs

Board is $150 per fortnight

Key Deposit is $40 on arrival

For Accommodation Contact Bannister House on (07) 5591 3492

Click here to download our Application Form