Alliance Housing recently celebrated the official opening ofthe $3.25 million Bridge Street Housing Project in Donnybrook.

The 10-unit housing complex for over-65s was officially opened by tenant Neville Clifford who was the very first to put his name down for one of the units, along with his wife Jill.

The couple said they felt very lucky and extremely grateful to continue living in their community.

“It was worth the wait,” Mr Clifford said.

“It already feels like home and we’re hoping to be here forever.”

Alliance Housing chief executive Kay Shaw said it was so good to get roofs over people’s heads that really needed it.

“Housing plays a critical role in supporting quality of life and wellbeing in older age and appropriately designed housing can support people to live independently for longer,” she said.

“To be able to provide homes for seniors and allow them to continue living in their community, close to family, friends and critical services is such a terrific outcome.”

The project was a combined effort with support from the South West Development Commission, McGowan Government and Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup making it a reality.

South West Development Commission chief executive Mellisa Teede said she welcomed the completion of the new complex, congratulating Alliance Housing and all involved in the project including local contractors.

“This is another great outcome supported by the State Government’s Regional Aged Accommodation Program – giving locals more options for staying in their community, surrounded by their support network, as their needs change with age,” she said.

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