The Village
Safe, stable, affordable homes and a generous, supportive community
Stable One has demonstrated a consistent commitment to offering crisis accommodation for individuals facing homelessness, both through its Winter Shelter program, and through its supportive housing program at The Lodge in Launching Place, Yarra Valley, Victoria.
'The Village' concept is a natural extension of this commitment - self-contained homes using the supportive housing model, with placemaking as a strategic element.
In order to make this vision become a reality, our biggest need is, of course, land on which to build. If you know of any land that could be utilised for this purpose, or if you are a church who owns 'lazy land' and would like to partner with us, we would love to hear from you.
We invite you to read on to 'catch the vision' of The Village.
Supportive Housing
Supportive Housing aims to assist tenants with diverse needs, addressing challenges such as loneliness, physical and mental health issues, disconnection and relational difficulties.
It encompasses not only housing but access to a variety of services offered on site or in the local community. A partnership between the Village and service providers is essential for the success of the Stable One Village Model.
Placemaking
Placemaking is an integral aspect of the Stable One Village Model. Placemakers are community members residing in the Village with a specific role in facilitating the transition from debilitating life issues to wellbeing. Their role involves building an intentional community, fostering connections, and providing referrals to services.
Working within a community development framework, the Placemaker also encourages residents of the Village to engage in an inclusive community, taking responsibility for one another as good neighbours.
Who would live in the Village?
Tenants would be a diverse, mixed community of people at different ages and stages of life. We expect that they would be a variety of singles, couples, and parents with children, all who are ready and able to live independently but who need a little extra support to do that well.
What would we build?
We would build a mix of one-bedroom and two-bedroom homes. All except one would be for long-term, affordable rentals, and the remaining home would house the placemakers.
‘Affordable’ means that the rent is at least 25% below market value.
How would it be funded?
Funding partners would be sought via philanthropy and fundraising efforts.
Opportunities to Get Involved
1 – Commit to providing us with an interest-free or low-interest loan to help fund the start of a future build
2 – Link us with foundations or philanthropists
3 – Make a tax-deductible donation
4 – Leave a legacy
5 – Collect cans and bottles as part of the Container Deposit Scheme and donate them to Stable One
6 – Offer your skills or trade when a future build begins
7 – Raise funds – host an event, get sponsored, have a birthday fundraiser
Our Sponsors
We are incredibly grateful to the following organisations who have contributed to our work on 'The Village' concept so far by providing professional services either at discount or pro bono.
