Homie Mansion

Ballarat Social Innovators 2024

March 2024

By Temari, Maggie, Freya and George

Struggling to meet basic physical needs is a widely acknowledged challenge faced by the homeless. However, this team knows that this issue goes beyond mere survival. It involves addressing the often overlooked essentials of comfort, connection, and leisure that homeless individuals unfortunately do not get to enjoy.

 

This team’s crazy good idea is to establish a mansion that opens its doors every Sunday, offering luxurious amenities for homeless people to enjoy. The inclusion of a spa room, yoga classes, a games room, and a relaxation zone seeks to improve the well-being of homeless individuals by providing moments of comfort.

 

As a smart place to start, the team will mobilise support from their school community, providing plush blankets to offer a sense of comfort and home to homeless individuals. Furthermore, they will collaborate with the Ballarat community centre to create a safe and comfortable space for the homeless to enjoy. Through these concerted efforts, the team aims to address not only the immediate physical needs but also the essential elements that contribute to a fuller and more dignified life for the homeless community.

 

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