The Ageing with Choice report sought to increase housing choice to enable older Western Australians to age in place, through a variety of actions led by multiple government agencies.
The most current document that outlines the State government’s priorities to address the needs of older Western Australian’s is the WA Seniors Strategy.
Housing Assistance and Advice
If you are considering housing options
The Seniors Housing Advisory Centre is a free, independent information and advice service covering the full range of housing options for seniors in WA. It is delivered by the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety. The centre does not directly offer housing, or provide financial and legal advice, but can be an invaluable source of information for seniors and their families.
For more information on the many housing options available; from modifying or redeveloping existing homes to renting or moving into a strata titled community, a residential park or retirement village, see the Seniors Housing Advisory Centre web page.
The WA Seniors Card provides a variety of offers for members, including rebates on local government rates and utilities.
Your local Council offers a variety of services to help older people remain in their home.
If you need help around the house or think it’s time to look into aged care homes, visit the Commonwealth’s My Aged Care website.
If you think you may be entitled to apply for public housing
To be eligible for public housing you must meet the Department of Communities eligibility criteria at the time of making an application, while waiting for a house and before an offer is made. Find out more about applying for public housing.
