Homeless not hopeless

Sue is 74 years old and became homeless when her daughter asked her to leave her property in NSW. She moved to Victoria to stay with a friend, who helped her to connect with the local crisis homelessness service, Beyond Housing. She was referred into our program by Beyond Housing Seymour.

In late July, case worker Nat met with Sue at Seymour Library to complete assessment and obtain consent to support with her housing needs. They discussed a Transitional Housing  property (Malogo House) which is based in Nathalia, managed by Salvation Army and supports women who are homeless.

After several phone calls and emails to Salvation Army to arrange a time, Nat supported Sue to visit Malogo House in Nathalia. Sue was very happy and was willing to enter the property as a tenant until long-term housing came available.

In early September, Bendigo housing office contacted Nat regarding a public housing  property available in Kyabram. Sue did not know where Kyabram was, so Nat explained the location and gave her a brief summary of the town. Sue had a quick google of Kyabram district and agreed to view the property.

Nat supported Sue with viewing of property, Sue was excited, stating she has a look around the small township and felt that it is a lovely town, close to Echuca and Shepparton, and so she accepted the offer.

In late September, Nat helped her with the sign up, she was given the keys and moved in. HAAG supported her with whitegoods, a bed and small household items. Nat also assisted her with connecting utilities, and is still supporting her today to connect with the local community and medical services.