Our History
St Jude’s story began in 1982 with supporting people with psychosocial needs, disability and the homeless. Unlike today, people with disability or psychosocial support needs at the time had limited accommodation options other than hospital or living with their family. Often, people had to stay in hospital for extended periods even if they simply needed basic support or a home.
Recognising this need, Mr Philip John Pusey opened a mental health hostel in Victoria Park, Western Australia in 1982. This was a success and with increased homelessness among people with mental health illness, he developed a property in Guildford into a mental health facility providing disability accommodation services for up to 46 people. The new hostel opened in 1987 and was named St Jude’s Hostel by Mr Pusey. Over the years he added additional houses for people requiring supported accommodation. Since the early 1990s, a number of new NGOs have commenced supporting people with mental health issues and homelessness.
In 1996, Mr Pusey opened a dementia-specific aged care facility. He built a purpose-designed aged care facility to provide a secure, but home-like environment for people with dementia, known as “Guildford Village.” Over the years, this has been a home for hundreds of senior citizens in the local community. Today, this is a premium aged care facility located at the historic Guildford.
In 2011, Mr Binu Joseph joined St Jude’s. Although demand for psychiatric hostels continued to grow, the potential for alternative accommodation options such as semi-supported small group accommodation options were explored. The opening of small semi-supported accommodation units enabled people with disability to have more independent and flexible accommodation in the community. It allowed St Jude’s focus on recovery and capacity building.
Since 2015, St Jude’s sought additional supported accommodation for people with disability and psychosocial needs. This new accommodation option extends to both long-term and short-term (respite) needs. We now operate over 110 supported accommodation outlets across WA and QLD for NDIS Participants.
In 2017, we opened a community learning centre in Bellevue aimed at capacity building, skills development and recreational use. Due to the increased service demand and requirement for more capacity, this centre is now based at our Midland Office and allows for a range of activities to occur.
In 2018, St Jude’s Home Care Services began to support senior citizens living independently in their own homes, using home care packages through aged care.
In 2021, St Jude’s expanded the aged care and disability services- NDIS to Queensland.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to maximise the health, enjoyment, and quality of life of people seeking support in our community.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to maximise the health, enjoyment, and quality of life of people seeking support in our community.
Strategic Plan
Brand
We shall build a strong brand awareness with a multi-faceted approach by maximising our reach. This is accomplished by using continuous communications and planned campaigns to create multiple interactions.
By improving our reach, we will increase our brand engagement and market presence with current and future customers and stakeholders.
Governance
We will implement a strong governance operating model that has the potential to address all organisational affairs, and thus enhance management’s ability to implement governance and the board’s ability to exercise proper oversight.
This extends to implementing new policies, which are continuously monitored by members of the governing body. It includes the mechanisms required to balance the powers of the members with the associated departments.
Service Growth
We will work with the sector to build the capability necessary to achieve sustainable futures.
We will facilitate structural change and embrace change to create new opportunities in our communities and build person-centred services for our Clients.
Unique Experience
We will create a unique brand experience for all stakeholders who interact with our services.
This interaction will be enhanced by their personal journey, plus the brand touchpoints and environments the stakeholder experiences.
We aim to provide a welcoming, positive and memorable experience to all individuals during all points of contact with us.
Brand
We shall build a strong brand awareness with a multi-faceted approach by maximising our reach. This is accomplished by using continuous communications and planned campaigns to create multiple interactions.
By improving our reach, we will increase our brand engagement and market presence with current and future customers and stakeholders.
Governance
We will implement a strong governance operating model that has the potential to address all organisational affairs, and thus enhance management’s ability to implement governance and the board’s ability to exercise proper oversight.
This extends to implementing new policies, which are continuously monitored by members of the governing body. It includes the mechanisms required to balance the powers of the members with the associated departments.
Service Growth
We will work with the sector to build the capability necessary to achieve sustainable futures.
We will facilitate structural change and embrace change to create new opportunities in our communities and build person-centred services for our Clients.
Unique Experience
We will create a unique brand experience for all stakeholders who interact with our services.
This interaction will be enhanced by their personal journey, plus the brand touchpoints and environments the stakeholder experiences.
We aim to provide a welcoming, positive and memorable experience to all individuals during all points of contact with us.
Get In Touch
Contact our friendly team on (08) 9279 4343 or email hello@stjudes.com.au for any enquiries you may have or to book an appointment today.