Mount Duneed welcomes House of Hope women’s rehab centre

NEW women’s residential rehabilitation centre, House of Hope, has officially opened in Mount Duneed, offering a vital resource for women and mothers with children battling addiction.

The facility is an initiative of Foundation 61, supported by $1.5 million in federal funding and more than $800,000 from community donations and grants.

Corangamite federal member Libby Coker, praised the community’s involvement and generosity in bringing the project to life.

“I’m so proud to announce the opening of Foundation 61’s House of Hope which will provide much-needed care for women managing addiction issues,” Ms Coker said.

“Our community has made an incredible contribution to this project, with Foundation 61 raising more than $800,000, whilst local businesses and NGOs have donated furniture and their time to fit out the centre.

“This will be a place where women are able to access much-needed supports and reclaim their strength.”

Located in Mount Duneed, House of Hope is the second of its kind in Victoria and the first in regional Victoria.

It offers a program focused on developing life skills, coping strategies, and recovery plans aimed at improving wellbeing and health.

The facility is not limited to local residents and is open to participants from across Victoria.

Rob Lytzki, director of Foundation 61, and his wife Caroline, who previously founded Restoration House, a men’s rehabilitation centre, have played a key role in this initiative.

Restoration House participants contributed to the construction of House of Hope as part of their rehabilitation, providing labour and applying trade skills.

This new facility aims to support women in overcoming addiction and fostering recovery in a structured environment.