Abbeyfield is a Not-For-Profit organisation that has a unique type of housing for older people. They are designed to help people stay independent and active in their community, whilst providing some day to day living support.
There are ten people living in each Abbeyfield house, and everyone has their own room with an en-suite and tea making facilities. There is also a shared dining room, lounge room, laundry, and guest room for people to stay. A live in house-keeper helps with the running of the house and cooks two meals a day.
| Cost before you move in | |
| Cost each fortnight | 75% of your income |
| Eligibility | • Over 55 • On a government pension • Abbeyfield has some flexibility with their eligibility requirements |
| Location | There are 9 Abbeyfield homes across Melbourne. There are also Abbeyfield homes in the ACT, New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania. |
| Changes you can make to your house | |
| How long can you stay there? | Leases are offered under the Residential Tenancies Act |
| How to Apply | Contact Abbeyfield directly (03)9419 8222 All Abbeyfield homes and vacancies are listed online at abbeyfield.org.au/vic You can see a map of all Abbeyfield homes in Victoria on our housing options database |
All information contained on these pages is general in nature, and should not be considered advice. Information will be subject to change. Please contact us to discuss your individual circumstances.