A FAIRER VICTORIA
Labor and a fairer Victoria
Labor believes in increasing the living standards of all
Victorians and that includes making our society a better
and fairer place.
Every Victorian, no matter how much money they have, no matter where they live, deserves the opportunity and support to lead active, fulfilling lives.
Labor believes that Victoria cannot be the best State in Australia, unless it’s also the fairest.
We believe the proceeds of our strong financial management should be invested in intervening early to help vulnerable Victorians and creating opportunities for all. Labor is working to reduce disadvantage in all aspects of our communities.
A Fairer Victoria
What are others saying about A Fairer Victoria
View the full release: A Fairer Victoria announcement delivers on accessible housing regulations
Today’s announcement of A Fairer Victoria – the ALP’s policy platform on welfare and disability policies includes the long-awaited new regulations to improve housing accessibility.
‘These are a fantastic reform that will ensure Victorians can live in their own homes for longer and save thousands on retrofits,’ says Cath Smith, VCOSS chief executive.
‘Without these regulations people would need expensive home modifications or to move to a nursing home. For a minimal upfront cost of around $870 per new home, these changes will have huge quality of life benefits to Victorians as they age.’
The new regulations mandate the inclusion of low-cost improvements that will make homes more accessible to people with disabilities and mobility issues and will also make homes safer for all Victorians, including: a clear path from the street to a level entry; wider doorways and halls; a toilet and a step-free shower suitable for people with limited mobility on entry level; and reinforced bathroom walls to allow grab rails to be fitted inexpensively if they are needed later.
‘Currently, so few Victorian homes are accessible that people are forced to move into a nursing home simply because they can’t find somewhere to live,’ says Cath Smith.
‘People are likewise unable to visit family and friends at home – a recipe for enforced isolation and depression as people age.
‘We also welcome the new initiatives across community support services and look forward to further detail in the coming weeks.’
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