Peplow House is a crisis accommodation service based in Ballarat, Victoria, offering short-term housing solutions for single men aged 18 years and over who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The organization provides support to help individuals access longer-term accommodation and addresses underlying issues that may be hindering their housing stability. Peplow House works in collaboration with the Uniting Care Opening Doors Program to facilitate referrals and ensure a coordinated approach to assisting those in need.
Support workers at Peplow House are dedicated to providing outreach support to clients, assisting them in securing stable housing options and addressing any barriers they may face. The service is subsidized by the Victorian State Government Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing, highlighting the commitment to addressing homelessness at a systemic level. Community service organizations and health professionals can make referrals to Peplow House through the Uniting Care Opening Doors Program, emphasizing a holistic and collaborative approach to supporting vulnerable individuals.
As part of CatholicCare Victoria, Peplow House aligns with the broader mission of empowering communities and fostering resilience among individuals facing various challenges. The merger of Centacare Ballarat, CatholicCare Melbourne/Gippsland, and CatholicCare Sandhurst into CatholicCare Victoria has strengthened the network of social service agencies within the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne and the Catholic Dioceses of Ballarat, Sale, and Sandhurst. Through a range of services, including crisis accommodation, transitional housing, and outreach support, Peplow House remains dedicated to providing essential assistance to those in need within the Ballarat community.