Homelessness and housing
The Northern Territory has the highest rate of homelessness in all Australian states and territories.*
The Salvation Army offers transitional housing for families in Alice Springs and Darwin through our Towards Independence programs. This Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family support service helps families move from crisis housing to independent living in their community.
*ABS Census 2021
Support for families and singles can be found at the following locations.
*ABS Census 2021
Support for families and singles can be found at the following locations.
Alice Springs
Families
88 Hartley Street, Alice Springs
Assisting families to move from a crisis situation to living independently in their community.
Alice Springs
Men
74 Todd Street, Alice Springs
Accommodation and support for men at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness.
Berrimah
Singles
24 Beaton Road, Berrimah
Securing long-term accommodation and reconnecting with your community.
Darwin
Singles and couples
49 Mitchell Street, Darwin
Medium-term accommodation up to 12 months. No children.
Top End
Families
Corner Yanyula Drive and Lee Point Road, Anula
Assisting families to move from a crisis situation to living independently.
Community centres
In both Alice Springs and in Katherine, you are welcome to use our facilities for showers, washing machines, tea and coffee and more.
Visit a community centre
In Alice Springs and Katherine, you are welcome to use our facilities for showers, washing machines, tea, coffee and more.
