Abbeyfield Australia assists community groups to develop and maintain supportive group houses for older people. The Abbeyfield organisation developed in the 1950's in the UK. It has now spread to many countries. The Abbeyfield model provides quality, affordable, accommodation for up to ten, usually low income, residents. Each house (there are 22 in Australia) is managed by a committee of management made up of local volunteers. The committee hires and supervises the employment of a housekeeper who does the shopping, prepares the two main meals of the day and cleans the shared areas of the house. Each resident has a bedsitting room with ensuite, which they furnish themselves. Residents are responsible for getting their own breakfast (from household supplies), doing their laundry, cleaning their room and their own personal hygiene. The model provides a level of support but encourages residents to achieve their maximum independence.

The Abbeyfield Society (Australia) Ltd.
2/250 Gore Street
Fitzroy, Victoria  3065
Ph: (03) 9419 8222
Fax: (03) 9419 8575
Web: http://abbeyfield.org.au
Email: [email protected]

ABN: 91 005 954 905       DGR: 1 July 2000

	Donations to this organisation over $2.00 are tax deductible. *
	Volunteering: Phone (03) 9419 8222 for details OR Email this address [email protected] listing your contact details and how you might be able to help.