A new facility that provides vital accommodation, support and guidance for young people at risk of homelessness has been officially opened in Rockingham.
Housing Minister Peter Tinley said the new Y-Shac, operated by Anglicare WA, was built at a cost of $1.73 million.
"Y-Shac supports young people aged 15-20, experiencing or at risk of homelessness, with crisis accommodation and young people aged 16-25 in transitional housing," Mr Tinley said.
"These young people may be escaping an unstable home life, family or relationship breakdown, eviction, exposure to crime, drugs and violence or dealing with complex mental health issues.
"They are greatly in need of a safe space that provides them with stability, guidance and access to agencies that can provide a range of support services."
The new property on Jecks Street replaces an older facility that had helped hundreds of young people since the 1980s.
It offers seven bedrooms and two transitional units as well as administrative offices, kitchens, bathrooms and living areas.
The facility is located in the heart of the Rockingham community, close to public transport and employment and educational opportunities.
Construction started in April 2015 and the facility has been operating since August 2016.
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