Individualised Living Conversations: Understanding Homeshare

• 14 May 2026
• 06:00pm - 07:00pm
• Online via Zoom

Individualised living conversations bring together people with disability, their families, allies and professionals with knowledge and experience in individualised living to discuss how we can create opportunities for people with disability to live in a home of their own, with the support they need to thrive. Our panellists come from around Australia sharing their ideas, experiences and insights.

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People do not usually choose to live together because of a label or disability. They choose to live together because they want to share their lives and live in a way that feels right for them.
In this session we explore Homeshare.

In short Homeshare is when two or more people share a home and support each other in everyday life.

Homeshare is a simple and natural way to support someone at home. It is based on a real relationship, not a paid support role. The housemate is not a support worker. They might provide a helping hand with tasks and be around the home, including at night.

Each Homeshare arrangement is different. It is important that both people are a good match and feel comfortable living together. Both people share the home and build a life that works for them.

Join this session to hear more about Homeshare and the information and resources that could help you create a successful homeshare arrangement.

Guest speakers:

Wendy Francis is Director and Homeshare Development Officer at HANZA Inc (Homeshare Australia and New Zealand Alliance). She has spent her career championing the idea that we’re all better off when we are connected and look out for one another. With a solid foundation in Aged Care and Disability Community Services, Wendy has always been passionate about helping people live lives full of dignity, choice, and real human connection.

Tony Cavedon is Homeshare Coach (endorsed by HANZA). He has been involved with Homeshare for over 10 years and has a thorough understanding of what it takes to facilitate a successful Homeshare match and the pitfalls to avoid.
Tony’s values include working alongside people with the principle that everyone should have control over their own living arrangements, without being compelled into residential care or group homes.

Facilitated by Linda Hughes

Linda is a parent to Jacob. Jacob lives in his own home with his housemate Gavin and is and “influencer” in his community. 

Linda works with Resourcing Inclusive Communities and is coordinator of the individualised living project.

 

 

 

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