HOME provides a long-term home for 20 people living with an enduring mental illness who are at risk of homelessness. Each resident lives in a self-contained unit in a safe, loving and non-institutional setting. HOME provides lunch each day cooked by volunteers.

First and foremost, HOME is a place of friendship that counters the isolation and loneliness that too often goes hand in hand with mental illness. We recognise that people need more than just a house and meals, but regular loving care and support too - a home.

HOME does not receive any recurrent government funding; once rents are received, a further $350,000+ p/a is required. The success of HOME is because of the generosity of the Queanbeyan and Canberra communities. We need the support of the community to enable us to continue caring for the residents at HOME.

How your donation will help

Your donation will assist with staffing and the general running costs associated with caring for the residents who live at HOME.

Key Areas of Expenditure

• Staff funding and building maintenance

• Recurrent expenditures include insurance, lease of premises, electricity and fire services 

• Community awareness and education

• Providing a healthy meal for the residents