Dear Team,
You may have noticed over the last few months that construction at Raines House has been underway.
We’re excited to let you know that Whiddon is partnering with Women’s Community Shelters and Housing All Australians to open transitional accommodation for older women in need of support – right here at our former Raines House site at Glenfield.
Thanks to a planning change and support from the NSW Government, the upper levels of Raines House (Levels 2 & 3) will soon become safe accommodation for 28 women through a ‘meanwhile use’ housing project. Renovations are already underway, with the official opening expected in October 2025.
This is a first for Whiddon and aligns strongly with our purpose and community values. It’s also part of our wider commitment to Collaborative Health initiatives, working across sectors to create long-term, sustainable impact.
Some quick facts:
- The new Women’s Accommodation Shelter will operate separately from other Whiddon services which will include secure access that will be in place to maintain safety and privacy for all
- Our Seniors Group for Home Care clients has been relocated to Level 1 of Raines House, next to our Men’s Shed.
We’re proud to contribute to something so meaningful.
More information will be shared closer to the launch, and if you have any questions, please contact your manager.
Thank you,
Whiddon Team