Community Supported Residential Units (CSRUs) are medium to long term accommodation for people living with a mental illness who need 2-4 hours support per day in order to live independently in the community.The CSRUs are developments of fully furnished one, two or three bedroom units.
• All bedrooms are single occupancy and have private bathroom facilities
• Each site can house between 22 – 25 residents
• Each unit has a dining/kitchen area, a lounge area, a laundry and a store
• There is a separate staff unit, which is also the office
• Staff on site 24 / 7
• 2-4 hours support per day with everyday living skills
• The rent will be 25% of your income, plus any rent assistance that you are entitled to
• There is an additional utilities charge to cover the cost of electricity, gas and water
• There is a bond payable, equivalent to four weeks' rent
• A small charge will be made each week to cover furniture and equipment replacement.
Eligibility Criteria: Men and Women 18 -65, Be living with a mental illness, Have support needs of between 2 -4 hrs a day, Be referred by the local mental health service