Supported Accom & Assistance Workers
The Supported Accommodation Assistance Program (SAAP) is a program that provides support, advocacy, and case management for people who are homeless in the Ararat and Stawell areas.
SAAP raises the profile of the needs of the homeless people in the region, and networks with various other agencies to address the ongoing problems of lack of housing options for youth, the elderly, and single people.
Assistance and advocacy with referrals to:
- Office of Housing
- Crisis Accommodation
- Personal Development
- Legal Services
- Tenancy + Consumer Service
- Emergency Relief
- Transitional Housing
- Family Reconciliation
- Centrelink
- Financial Counselling
- Income
- Other Support Services
Provides information about:
- Accommodation Choices
- Employment + Training Opportunities
- Personal Development
- Legal Services
- Tenancy Rights and Obligations
- Low Cost Furniture and Household Items
- Bond and Rent Assistance
- Community Activities
- Health Services
- Evictions
- Income
The Supported Accommodation Assistance Program is a joint Commonwealth and State funded program .
SAAP workers aim to empower and maximise an individual's independence.
