City of Sydney fund William Booth House rehab redevelopment in Surry Hills
A massive drug and alcohol addiction hub is set to be overhauled following a $3 million grant to bankroll the haven’s expansion.
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A $3 million grant is set to bankroll the major expansion of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation hub in central Sydney – offering vital housing and programs.
City of Sydney Council funded the expansion of the Salvation Army’s historic William Booth House, which will see the rehabilitation centre better meet the needs of residents with “complex and challenging needs”.
The redevelopment will see multiple shared living spaces and dormitories for 45 people to 51 single rooms with ensuites, larger shared living areas will be replaced by a residential kitchen, lounge and dining area on each floor.
City of Sydney Mayor Clover Moore said the changes to the facility were exactly what a community facing hardships need.
“It’s wonderful to be able to provide this funding when the sector is facing increasing challenges in offering this type of community support,” she said.
“This facility will help improve access to vital programs and services for people with complex and challenging needs.”
In addition to providing residential space, the Albion St redevelopment features a new outdoor and exercise space for the facility’s wellbeing and health programs.
The City of Sydney’s affordable and diverse housing fund will bankroll the development.
Salvation Army NSW public relations secretary Andrew Hill, said William Booth House plays a vital role in supporting people experiencing drug or alcohol addiction.
“We employ a best practice model in addiction treatment, informed by decades of experience working in this area,” he said. “This facility will promote human dignity and independence and the redevelopment will make a positive difference to people and community for decades to come.”
The William Booth House redevelopment is expected to began construction towards the end of the year.
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