Independent and assisted living accommodation

Independent living

Independent living is the provisioning of affordable, safe and accessible accommodation to active older persons who are fully independent, with or without assistive devices and who don't need assistance regarding their activities of daily living.

Both Independent and Assisted living facilities are operated by registered NPO’s and funded by the Department of Social Development.

Assisted living

Assisted living is the provisioning of affordable, safe and accessible accommodation, with access to support services for active older persons who are independent, with or without assistive devices and who need some form of supervision and assistance regarding their activities of daily living.

Frail care facilities 

Older persons needing 24-hour care due to their physical and mental condition can receive care and services at a frail care facility.