Rumbalara Youth Refuge
About Rumbalara Youth Refuge
Rumbalara is our youth refuge which provides temporary accommodation and support to six homeless young women or men aged between 16 and 18.
Rumbalara is a relaxed and caring household environment which places emphasis on developing living skills.
Residents work together to plan activities, including a roster of chores and weekend outings.
Rumbalara's primary focus for each resident is family reconciliation. However where this is not possible, residents are assisted to find independent housing where they continue to receive guidance and support.
Entry Process
Youth seeking accommodation will be interviewed by a staff member who will explain how the program works. Rumbalara residents will be required to:
>> Pay a weekly board
>> Accept support from staff to move towards family reconciliation or independent housing
>> Participate in weekly 'house meetings'
>> Assist with household chores including cooking and cleaning
>> Abide by a curfew
>> Refrain from taking alcohol and drugs
>> Participate in schooling, full-time training or employment
If Rumbalara has no vacancies, or the applicant is unsuitable because of other reasons (e.g. behavioural issues, unmanageable mental illness, drug/alcohol affected), staff will make every effort to find an alternative housing option.
Funding
Rumbalara is funded by Community Services as a Specialist Homelessness Service.
Supporters
Rumbalara is supported by numerous community groups and organisations who help us to assist our clients:
>> Centrelink
>> Housing NSW
>> Gosford City Council
>> Schools
>> Youth services
>> Employment services
>> Headspace
Enquiries: 02 4325 7555
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