New purpose-built community residential rehabilitation accommodation announced to boost mental health support
The NSW Government will deliver up to 60 beds in new purpose-built community accommodation with specialist on-site support services across the Hunter region and Sydney to assist people living with complex and long-term mental health needs.
In a NSW first, the purpose-built accommodation will support people with the highest need to move on from life in hospital, and those experiencing severe and persistent mental illness who have spent up to 10 years or more as an inpatient.
The Specialist Living Support services (SLS) are being delivered as part of the Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI), which is a key project under the $700 million Statewide Mental Health Infrastructure Program. It will provide high quality residential rehabilitation accommodation to transform mental health care and strengthen community-based support services.
This investment reflects the NSW Government’s strong commitment to building inclusive, community-based mental health infrastructure that promotes recovery, dignity and independence.
Designed to support individuals to transition from long-stay hospital care to more independent living in the community. Each residence will offer a safe, therapeutic environment with 24/7 on-site support staff, private and shared living areas including outdoor spaces.
Confirmed locations include:
- Hunter region - Waratah and Maitland.
- Northern Sydney - Gladesville and Ryde.
Planning and design for the sites is under way. Sites are located on NSW Health owned land in close proximity to local services, public transport and community networks to support residents staying connected.
NSW Health will continue to work with Local Health Districts, non-government organisations and community stakeholders to finalise models of care and prepare for service delivery from the new residences.
Construction timeframes will be confirmed, following planning approvals and appointment of builders.
For more information about the PCLI Project and other mental health infrastructure projects being delivered visit Statewide Mental Health Infrastructure (SWMHIP).