Programs

TIAS is a state-wide service which provides free and independent information, advice and advocacy to help people on low incomes to sustain their tenancies in private rental, community housing or public housing.

- Education, information and advice about your rights and responsibilities.

- Advocacy and representation in the areas of tenancy and landlord disputes, debt and eviction.

- Representation at and assistance with South Australian Civil and Administration Tribunal (SACAT)

- Encouragement and assistance to engage with mediation processes and to advocate directly with relevant housing providers.

- Assistance to access internal avenues of appeal with relevant housing providers.

- Referrals to and information on financial counselling and other services relevant to your circumstances.

TIAS requires at least 48 Hours notice to support you in court or SACAT hearings

If you are an Aboriginal person who needs help with accommodation while in Adelaide, Kurlana Tampawardli can help.

The Aboriginal Transitional Housing Outreach Service provides short and long stay accommodation for Aboriginal people who are transient or at risk of rough sleeping.

HYPA provides services and support to assist young people in securing a safe, stable home environment.

Offering a range of services designed to address differing challenges faced by young people when needing to find alternative living arrangements, from emergency or crisis accommodation to preparing for independent living and ongoing stability and security.

Junction Australia provides the following housing services:

Community Housing

Housing for eligible tenants targeted to:

- Low income households and

- People who are homeless (or at risk) with high and complex needs

- Women who are experiencing (or at risk) of Domestic or Family Violence

- National Affordable Rental Scheme (NRAS)

Affordable Housing for eligible tenants targeted to:

- People who are homeless (or at risk) and who have high needs

- People on low to median incomes

- Women who are experiencing (or at risk) of Domestic or Family Violence

- Mental Health

Housing for eligible tenants targeted to:

- People who have enduring Mental Health issues and meet the following criteria:

- Referred and supported by Mental Health agencies

- Require and are willing to accept support

- Meet eligibility for the Housing and Support Program (HASP)

- Supported Social Housing

Housing for eligible tenants that are targeted to various homeless groups:

- Referred by a homeless support provider

- Require support

- Supported Tenancy Scheme (STS)

Transitional Accommodation for:

- Young people at risk of homelessness who have high needs

- Women who are experiencing (or at risk) of Domestic or Family Violence

- If you require any information on the housing services provided by Junction & Women’s Housing please do not hesitate to contact us on 8210 7000 and speak to one of our friendly staff.

Junction Australia does not provide emergency accommodation. It can be a long wait before you are offered a house and there is no guarantee that you will be housed.

If you are at risk of becoming or are currently homeless there are other options and services that can assist you.

The Magdalene Centre in Adelaide is a welcoming place which offers a range of anti-poverty services, with the aim of supporting people as they regain control of their lives. The Magdalene Centre can assist with - housing advice, - legal issues, - financial counselling - emergency relief. Supported by Anglicare

Provides a diverse range of services and programs to support multicultural young people and young families living in South Australia, including Housing and independent living programs

- Casework and case management

- Outreach (including street work)

- Advocacy

- Mental health

- Drugs and alcohol

- Financial counselling

- Nutrition and hygiene

- Housing and independent living program

- Education and training

- Employment and job readiness

- Sport and recreation

- Mentoring

- Violence and conflict

- Legal issues

- Problem behaviours

- Family conflict

- Leadership

- Bullying in schools

- Parenting skills for young parents

- Referral service

- Homework and breakfast clubs

- Music and the arts

- Learner support programs

- Computer labs and drop in centre

- After school activities

- Volunteer placement programs

- Life skills development

Housing Choices Australia is a national, not-for-profit housing provider that creates safe, quality, affordable housing for people who are struggling to find a home in Australia’s challenging private rental market.

Working in partnership with a range of private and government agencies such as Common Ground Australia and Housing SA for the provision of housing services across a variety of housing products including social housing, affordable housing, supported housing and transitional housing.

Housing Choices assist in the allocation, maintenance and advocacy of the residents and the property and works closely with resident groups and partners to create resilient and inclusive neighbourhoods.

Applicants for Affordable housing program are required to meet the income eligibility criteria set by the Department of Social Services.

Each year residents are required to meet the income eligibility criteria set by the Department of Social Services.

Currently Housing Choices have allocations in Tasmania and Victoria and are expanding into South Australia.

Iris House specialises in rooming house property management, leasing by room (traditionally referred to as a Boarding House) across metropolitan Adelaide and some regional areas.

Each resident has their own independent room with security lock to lock their own bedroom.

Each bedroom is fully furnished with a TV, bar fridge, bed, small wardrobe, small table and chair and ceiling fan. En-suite bedroom is an option.

There are shared common areas:

a) Fully equipped shared kitchen including stove, oven, microwave, kettle, cooking utensils, toaster, plates and bowls, cutlery

b) Bathroom and Toilet

c) Laundry – there is washing machine for residents to use at NO additional cost

Security cameras are in place in common areas for security reasons.

All Iris House is close to shops and public transport

Please note that Iris House does not provide washing machine powder, toilet paper and food, pillow or blankets

Iris House is a good quality rooming house accommodation and provides safe, comfortable, fully furnished rooms in a council approved rooming house, complying with tenancy laws.