Housing and Accommodation Crisis

We have Served More than 100+ families with housing & Accommodation

About Us

Established in 2021, Reach Services is a privately owned organization, dedicated to providing comprehensive Housing and Crisis Accommodation Services throughout Australia

Temporary Accommodation

At Reach, we are committed to making a difference by providing housing assistance, crisis accommodation services, and support programs tailored to the unique needs of individuals facing homelessness or housing insecurity. Together, we can work towards ensuring that everyone in our community has access to safe and stable housing.

Statistics highlighting the significant issue of homelessness and marginal housing within Australia. They shed light on the urgent need for comprehensive solutions and support systems to address this societal challenge.

  • According to data derived from the Census of Population and Housing:
  • On the night of the 2021 Census, an estimated 122,494 individuals were experiencing homelessness in Australia.
  • Among the population experiencing homelessness, males accounted for 55.9% while females comprised 44.1%.
  • Notably, individuals aged between 12 and 24 years accounted for 23.0% of the overall homeless population.

122,494 people were estimated to be experiencing homelessness at the time of the 2021 Census, an increase of 6,067 people (5.2%) since 2016. The rate of homelessness decreased to 48 people per 10,000, from 50 in 2016.

Of those experiencing homelessness in 2021

  • 68,516 (55.9%) were male, an increase of 1.6% from 2016.
  • 53,974 (44.1%) were female, an increase of 10.1% from 2016.

Females accounted for 81.7% of the 6,067 increase of people experiencing homelessness in 2021.
“Amidst the 122,494 individuals experiencing homelessness in Australia in 2021”, the following findings emerged:

Living Conditions

  • Approximately two in five (39.1%) individuals were residing in ‘severely’ crowded dwellings, reflecting a significant housing scarcity and overcrowding issue.
  • One in five (19.8%) people found refuge in supported accommodation specifically designed for the homeless.
  • An additional one in six (18.1%) individuals sought shelter in boarding houses, indicating a noteworthy reliance on these establishments.

Trends from 2016 to 2021

  • Notable changes occurred within the period of 2016 to 2021 regarding temporary accommodation options
  • A substantial 26.5% increase was observed in the number of individuals living in boarding houses
  • People seeking support through supported accommodation for the homeless witnessed a 14.4% increase.
  • Conversely, there was a 6.9% decrease in the population living in improvised dwellings, tents, or sleeping out.
  • Similarly, a 6.3% decrease was noted in individuals residing in ‘severely’ crowded dwellings.

Factors Influencing the Trends

  • Decline in people living in improvised dwellings, tents, or sleeping out and the rise in alternative temporary accommodations may be partially attributed to measures implemented by local and state governments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The increase in individuals living in boarding houses and other temporary lodgings can also be attributed to enhancements in data quality facilitated by the increased utilization of administrative data.

These insights underscore the urgent need to address the challenges surrounding homelessness and inadequate temporary accommodation in Australia. At Reach Services, we are dedicated to making a positive impact by providing comprehensive support, innovative solutions, and initiatives aimed at combatting homelessness and ensuring individuals have access to secure and sustainable housing options. Together, we can work towards a brighter future where everyone has a place to call home.

Where to Get Help in case of Housing and Accommodation Crisis

  • Donate to support the search for a safe home for families and children in need.
  • Accepting that one of your relationships might be dysfunctional or potentially damaging can be too much for you to handle alone. When attempting to view a connection through a different lens than our own, it can be challenging to understand the larger context. Reach out to us if you need assistance in navigating a relationship, want to modify behavior, or need support for a loved one in an unhealthy relationship:

Contact us on – 1300459136
Email us on – contact@reachservices.com.au