Salvation Army – Red Shield Hostel

The Red Shield Hostel provides short to 6 month accommodation for singles over 18 who are at risk of homelessness. Residents have access to our Street 2 Home, Door Ways and Positive Lifestyle programs all designed to assist people back into mainstream society and out of poverty.

Red Shield Housing Services

Budget priced single rooms for vulnerable singles over 18 who are deemed to be at risk of homelessness
All rooms are accessed via internal staircases
There are no lifts in the building
Bookings can be made between 9am and 3:30pm daily
Rent is payable in advance, we do not give credit
Promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free, and violence-free environment
Guests are required to observe hostel rules
No pets allowed

Single rooms

Rooms are available on a 6 month basis.
Rooms are fan cooled and contain a single bed, table, chair, storage cupboards and small fridge
Hostel staff service all rooms on a weekly basis and provide fresh linen
Communal kitchen, male and female amenities are located on each level of the building
Coin operated laundry is located on the ground floor

Street2Home Case Management Program

As part of the Red Shield Hostels commitment to empowering clients, we offer a case management program called Street2Home.

What can you expect?

Weekly meetings with your case worker, and more frequently if required.
Help with establishing goals in your life and support from your case worker to achieve these
Encouragement to participate in programs run by other organisations
Support from your case worker to take initiative and be self supported
Regular social outings and involvement in cultural activities
Assistance completing applications and referrals for other helpful services
Understanding when things might not go as planned

What do we expect from you?