If things feel unstable at home, or you’re not sure where you’ll stay next, you’re not alone.
We walk alongside you to find safe housing, steady footing, and a future you can build on.
what housing support can look like:
Finding a safe place to stay right now
Help to keep your current housing
Support to move into something more stable
Someone in your corner to navigate it all with you
NO PRESSURE, NO JUDGEMENT. JUST REAL SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED IT.
a safe place to land and a way forward.
HOME BASE PROGRAMS SUPPORTING SAFE SPACES TO STAY:
Colville Place
Do you need emergency accommodation?
Colville Place offers 24-hour supported accommodation for young people aged 12-15 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
To speak with someone at Colville Place now, please call 1800 931 686.
Mara House
Are you a young woman who needs temporary housing?
Our 24-hour supported housing is for young women aged 13-20 who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless.
Need help? Please call Mara House on 03 6231 2782.
Jumpstart
Need help paying the rent?
Whether you're already living somewhere or looking to move in with friends, we can help you cover the costs.
Our JumpStart program can give you up to $50 weekly to make renting more affordable.
Reconnect
Are you between 12- 18 and thinking about leaving home or already have?
Our Reconnect program is here to help.
We support young people and families to strengthen relationships with family, school and the community.
NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
REACH OUT FOR A CHAT AND WE’LL FIGURE IT OUT TOGETHER.
TALK TO OUR TEAM BY CALLING 1800 955 700.
Other support available
Here are some other places that can help you or someone you care about:
Housing Connect
If you’re homeless or need help with housing, Housing Connect is the place to go. They can help you with emergency accommodation or finding a long-term home.
Housing Connect is now run by Anglicare. Call 1800 800 588 for help, or visit their new office at 159 Collins Street between 9am + 5pm M-F.
Safe Night Space
If you’re sleeping rough in Hobart, Safe Night Space is a safe place you can go.
Open 8 pm to 7 am, 7 days a week, this space offers shelter, rest, and links to services like Housing Connect, mental health and alcohol and drug support.
Hobart City Mission run Safe Night Space; access is by referral only. Please speak with your Housing Connect Case Manager or call Housing Connect on 1800 800 588.