"I am extremely grateful that WHL was able to provide me with the means of safe, secure and affordable housing during this time"
"WHL gave me the breathing space to focus and move forward despite the uncertainly of my future at that time"
"It was a huge sense of relief to be able to feel safe and secure and I was able to progress my life"
"WHL workers are patient, efficient and kind"
"WHL worker received us warmly and explained everything in detail."
"I have referred your service to another friend who needs assistance"
"Honestly, WHL could not have been more wonderful"
"I was a little overwhelmed because I had been homeless for a while so any help I received I was grateful for. I think your service is badly needed and there are lots of people out there like me who need your assistance. There needs to be more housing."
"Thanks you for your support. Thank you for your understanding. I have never had anyone act that way before."
"The WHL worker is wonderful and makes me feel understood and cared for"
"WHL staff are very warm, friendly and most helpful. They appear genuinely concerned about my well-being and are very re-assuring. I feel most welcome and comfortable here. I appreciate the welcoming attitude and good atmosphere."
"It was practically brand new – lovely to move into."
"The workers go out of their way to make this a bright relaxed atmosphere"
"The Rooming House was a stepping stone to getting permanent housing. The Rooming House gave me an opportunity to build links to my future housing, now in Community Housing"
"I had guilt and shame, very self critical, the time in the Rooming House allowed me to build myself up again"
"I had guilt and shame, very self critical, the time in the Rooming House allowed me to build myself up again"
"The Rooming House was a stepping stone to getting permanent housing. The Rooming House gave me an opportunity to build links to my future housing, now in Community Housing"
"I feel that the culture of Women's Housing Ltd does not judge tenants. There is a culture of respect"
"The staff all have excellent skills. If we had more people like you in our community, our community would be a much better place. All of the team worked so hard to help. Thank you for choosing us for this new property. This has made such a change to both of our lives."
"Excellent service, very professional."
"Thanks you so much for our lovely new home, it is much appreciated."
"On behalf of my family, I want to thank you sincerely for our beautiful new home. It is so wonderful how hard your organisation works to help so many people, I thank you and your team for all of your hard work and the difference you make in so many peoples lives."
"They were pleasant and generous with information"
"Always willing to help"
"Even during times that I was experiencing hardship, WHL was so accommodating"
"It's not just a housing service, it feels like a women's support service"
"I feel that the culture of Women's Housing Ltd does not judge tenants. There is a culture of respect"
"I would like to thank you and your team in regards to the financial assistance granted to me. It was overwhelming and I shall not forget the kindness."

Women’s Housing

All women have the right to safe, secure, affordable housing choices.

Women’s Housing Limited (WHL) is a not for profit organisation that provides low costs housing to women at risk of homelessness. Women and their children make up an increasingly large percentage of those in need of affordable housing. Those groups that are likely to experience housing stress include older women over 55 and women who are forced to leave their home because of family violence.

Since becoming a Housing Provider, WHL has significantly expanded and diversified it’s housing portfolio and housing development capacity. WHL has both the capacity and experience to deliver large-scale housing projects aimed at meeting the ever-growing demand. WHL will continue to advocate for the housing needs of women and children and contribute to the growth of affordable housing stock.

WHL also provide additional services including:
Intake and assessment services for homeless women
Distributing Housing Establishment Funds to assist women experiencing a housing crisis
Housing assistance and referral to women exiting prison

Since our establishment in 1997, we’ve been listening to and validating women’s experiences, and acting as their voice in the housing sector.

Want To Make A Donation

We have a huge demand on our service which includes not only seeking accommodation, but also the provision of basic toiletries, train tickets and food. With this increasing demand we need your help more than ever.

Please click on the Make a Donation logo to donate to Women’s Housing Ltd through the Give Now website.

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Here’s What You Need to Know…

Important Statewide update to Third Step and further easing of restrictions for Victoria effective from 8 November 2020. Key points:

Stay safe, no restrictions on reasons to leave the house or distance
If you can work from home, you must continue to work from home
Travel between regional Victoria and metropolitan Melbourne permitted
Face masks are mandatory, ensure you wear a face mask in public and in situations where you are unable to social distance. Face shields, bandanas and scarves are no longer sufficient. A face mask should cover the nose and mouth.
Ten people may gather outdoors from any number of households
Each day, a household can receive up to two different adult visitors per day, either together or separately
Community spaces like libraries, RSLs, neighbourhood houses can open to limits on number of people
Entertainment venues and accommodation will be able to open, including theatres, galleries, museums and music halls

For more information click here.

As restrictions ease it is more important than ever that we take steps every day to keep ourselves and others safe. Remember to wash hands regularly, wear a face mask, practice respiratory hygiene, maintain social distance, meet outdoors where possible, if you have symptoms get tested and stay home and most importantly if you are unwell stay home.

Change in How we do Business

Due to COVID-19 Women’s Housing Ltd office doors are closed to visitors but we are still operating. Please call on 9412 6868 between 10am – 3pm so that we can assist with your call. Alternatively email info@womenshousing.com.au

More Information, Updates and Resources on COVID-19

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Crisis Support

COVID-19 adds another level of stress, anxiety and loneliness to many Australians. Lifeline will be available right through the COVID-19 pandemic for any person who needs support. You can talk to a Crisis Supporter on 13 11 14 (24 hours / 7 days), or via text: 0477 13 11 14 (6pm – midnight AEDT, 7 nights) or online at www.lifeline.org.au (7pm – midnight AEDT, 7 nights).