Positive personal, health and economic benefits to participants and to their families.
Make safe and affordable homesharing accessible to everyone
Meet Tony Cavedon: Your Homeshare Coach
Tony brings a wealth of experience and a person-centered approach to the homeshare model.
As a coach, he works one-on-one with individuals and organizations.
Make safe and affordable homesharing accessible to everyone
Meet Tony Cavedon: Your Homeshare Coach
Tony brings a wealth of experience and a person-centered approach to the homeshare model.
As a coach, he works one-on-one with individuals and organizations.
Tony Cavedon
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
Tony brings a wealth of experience and a person-centered approach to the homeshare model. As a coach, he works one-on-one with individuals and organizations to:
- Navigate the Matching Process: Ensuring both homeowners and sharers find the right fit.
- Build Sustainable Agreements: Setting clear expectations for a harmonious household.
- Provide Expert Guidance: Offering practical advice based on years of sector knowledge in both aged care and disability
Tony’s passion lies in fostering community and security, helping people rediscover the joy of shared living. Whether you are curious about the logistics or ready to start your journey, Tony is here to guide the way!
Interested in setting up your own Home Share: Reach out to us to learn how Tony can help you thrive.
Jo Middleton
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
Based in central Victoria, Jo brings a powerhouse combination of professional social work expertise and deeply personal "lived experience" to the HANZA coaching team. With an extensive background in NDIS support coordination and financial counselling, Jo has spent decades supporting families, older people, and those living with dementia.
Jo’s passion for the Self-Directed model is driven by her own family’s success; her adult son, who has Down syndrome, has flourished in Homeshare arrangements since 2020. Having personally navigated the creation and management of these matches, Jo offers invaluable peer-to-peer insights for families looking to do the same. Her commitment to the sector was further cemented in 2023 when she co-founded Home Share Mount Alexander, a thriving local service now integrated into the regional health network.
As a Homeshare Coach, Jo utilizes her diverse skillset to empower families to take the lead. She provides the guidance, empathy, and practical tools necessary for individuals to set up and manage their own sustainable Homeshare arrangements with confidence.
Libby Ellis
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in the disability sector, Libby Ellis is a passionate advocate for personal autonomy and creative housing solutions. Her commitment to the Homeshare model is deeply personal; after witnessing her older brother’s experiences within the group home system, Libby devoted her career to finding more empowered, person-centered alternatives for independent living.
Libby has helped hundreds of individuals navigate complex systems and funding streams to turn their lifestyle goals into reality. Currently serving as the Individualised Living Program Manager at Mable, she brings a wealth of strategic knowledge to the HANZA team. She possesses a unique ability to break down systemic barriers, offering practical strategies to help participants overcome challenges and maintain their independence.
As a Homeshare Coach, Libby leverages her extensive professional network and deep understanding of individualized support. She is thrilled to partner with HANZA to coach participants through the journey of setting up their own Homeshare arrangements, ensuring they have the tools and confidence to lead the life they choose.
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
HANZA are searching for a small number of people to be part of an exciting opportunity where you will learn how to safely set up your own home sharing arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them.
If you live in the north metro area of Perth WA or the inner south of Melbourne VIC,and have a spacious and comfortable home, feel curious about shared living, and would like to stay in your home while benefiting from companionship and support, this is your chance to be part of something special.
Message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a home sharing arrangement for a safe connected future in your home and community.
Contact Us
Tony Cavedon
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
Tony brings a wealth of experience and a person-centered approach to the homeshare model. As a coach, he works one-on-one with individuals and organizations to:
- Navigate the Matching Process: Ensuring both homeowners and sharers find the right fit.
- Build Sustainable Agreements: Setting clear expectations for a harmonious household.
- Provide Expert Guidance: Offering practical advice based on years of sector knowledge in both aged care and disability
Tony’s passion lies in fostering community and security, helping people rediscover the joy of shared living. Whether you are curious about the logistics or ready to start your journey, Tony is here to guide the way!
Interested in setting up your own Home Share: Reach out to us to learn how Tony can help you thrive.
Jo Middleton
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
Based in central Victoria, Jo brings a powerhouse combination of professional social work expertise and deeply personal "lived experience" to the HANZA coaching team. With an extensive background in NDIS support coordination and financial counselling, Jo has spent decades supporting families, older people, and those living with dementia.
Jo’s passion for the Self-Directed model is driven by her own family’s success; her adult son, who has Down syndrome, has flourished in Homeshare arrangements since 2020. Having personally navigated the creation and management of these matches, Jo offers invaluable peer-to-peer insights for families looking to do the same. Her commitment to the sector was further cemented in 2023 when she co-founded Home Share Mount Alexander, a thriving local service now integrated into the regional health network.
As a Homeshare Coach, Jo utilizes her diverse skillset to empower families to take the lead. She provides the guidance, empathy, and practical tools necessary for individuals to set up and manage their own sustainable Homeshare arrangements with confidence.
Libby Ellis
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in the disability sector, Libby Ellis is a passionate advocate for personal autonomy and creative housing solutions. Her commitment to the Homeshare model is deeply personal; after witnessing her older brother’s experiences within the group home system, Libby devoted her career to finding more empowered, person-centered alternatives for independent living.
Libby has helped hundreds of individuals navigate complex systems and funding streams to turn their lifestyle goals into reality. Currently serving as the Individualised Living Program Manager at Mable, she brings a wealth of strategic knowledge to the HANZA team. She possesses a unique ability to break down systemic barriers, offering practical strategies to help participants overcome challenges and maintain their independence.

As a Homeshare Coach, Libby leverages her extensive professional network and deep understanding of individualized support. She is thrilled to partner with HANZA to coach participants through the journey of setting up their own Homeshare arrangements, ensuring they have the tools and confidence to lead the life they choose.
Tony Cavedon
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
Tony brings a wealth of experience and a person-centered approach to the homeshare model. As a coach, he works one-on-one with individuals and organizations to:
- Navigate the Matching Process: Ensuring both homeowners and sharers find the right fit.
- Build Sustainable Agreements: Setting clear expectations for a harmonious household.
- Provide Expert Guidance: Offering practical advice based on years of sector knowledge in both aged care and disability
Tony’s passion lies in fostering community and security, helping people rediscover the joy of shared living. Whether you are curious about the logistics or ready to start your journey, Tony is here to guide the way!
Interested in setting up your own Home Share: Reach out to us to learn how Tony can help you thrive.
Jo Middleton
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
Based in central Victoria, Jo brings a powerhouse combination of professional social work expertise and deeply personal "lived experience" to the HANZA coaching team. With an extensive background in NDIS support coordination and financial counselling, Jo has spent decades supporting families, older people, and those living with dementia.
Jo’s passion for the Self-Directed model is driven by her own family’s success; her adult son, who has Down syndrome, has flourished in Homeshare arrangements since 2020. Having personally navigated the creation and management of these matches, Jo offers invaluable peer-to-peer insights for families looking to do the same. Her commitment to the sector was further cemented in 2023 when she co-founded Home Share Mount Alexander, a thriving local service now integrated into the regional health network.
As a Homeshare Coach, Jo utilizes her diverse skillset to empower families to take the lead. She provides the guidance, empathy, and practical tools necessary for individuals to set up and manage their own sustainable Homeshare arrangements with confidence.
Libby Ellis
Self-Directed Homeshare Coach
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in the disability sector, Libby Ellis is a passionate advocate for personal autonomy and creative housing solutions. Her commitment to the Homeshare model is deeply personal; after witnessing her older brother’s experiences within the group home system, Libby devoted her career to finding more empowered, person-centered alternatives for independent living.
Libby has helped hundreds of individuals navigate complex systems and funding streams to turn their lifestyle goals into reality. Currently serving as the Individualised Living Program Manager at Mable, she brings a wealth of strategic knowledge to the HANZA team. She possesses a unique ability to break down systemic barriers, offering practical strategies to help participants overcome challenges and maintain their independence.

As a Homeshare Coach, Libby leverages her extensive professional network and deep understanding of individualized support. She is thrilled to partner with HANZA to coach participants through the journey of setting up their own Homeshare arrangements, ensuring they have the tools and confidence to lead the life they choose.
Meet Tony Cavedon: Your Homeshare Coach
Looking to navigate the world of homesharing but not sure where to start? Meet Tony Cavedon, HANZA’s dedicated Homeshare Coach.
Tony brings a wealth of experience and a person-centered approach to the homeshare model. As a coach, he works one-on-one with individuals and organizations to:
- Navigate the Matching Process: Ensuring both homeowners and sharers find the right fit.
- Build Sustainable Agreements: Setting clear expectations for a harmonious household.
- Provide Expert Guidance: Offering practical advice based on years of sector knowledge in both aged care and disability
Tony’s passion lies in fostering community and security, helping people rediscover the joy of shared living. Whether you are curious about the logistics or ready to start your journey, Tony is here to guide the way!
Interested in setting up your own Home Share: Reach out to us to learn how Tony can help you thrive.
Make safe and affordable homesharing accessible to everyone
Welcome to
HOMESHARE AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ALLIANCE (HANZA)
OUR VISION
Supported, shared living arrangements for mutual benefit and community well-being, available to all.
OUR MISSION
To promote, advocate for, and support homesharing as a professionally facilitated, mutually beneficial living arrangement that provides companionship, support, and affordable accommodation.
Homeshare offers supportive living arrangements which are mutually beneficial to householders and homesharers.
Homeshare provides a range of benefits to individuals and the community such as:
- Positive personal, health and economic benefits to participants and to their families.
- Inclusivity fostered from shared living arrangements.
- Support of marginalised and vulnerable communities.
- A greater sense of wellbeing and support.
- A decrease in loneliness and isolation.
- Cost savings in the provision of personal, physical and mental health services.
- A reduced need for government supported and funded residential housing options.
Why Homeshare?
Support of marginalised and vulnerable communities.
Cost savings in the provision of personal, physical and mental health services.
Inclusivity fostered from shared living arrangements.
A greater sense of wellbeing and support, a decrease in loneliness and isolation.
A reduced need for government supported and funded residential housing options.
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
Would you like to learn how to safely set up your own home share arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them. This is your chance to be part of something special so message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a vibrant, connected future at home with Homeshare.
Contact Us
Join our community
Householders and Homesharers:
If you would like to be part of a Homeshare program, as a householder or homesharer, contact a homeshare program near you.
Homeshare Provider:
HANZA welcomes and supports aspiring Homeshare providers. If you are interested in setting up a Homeshare Program or would like more information, contact us.
To apply to become a Homeshare provider, complete the application form and return it to us via email at info@hanza.org.au.
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
Would you like to learn how to safely set up your own home share arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them. This is your chance to be part of something special so message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a vibrant, connected future at home with Homeshare.
Contact Us
Join our community
Householders and Homesharers:
If you would like to be part of a Homeshare program, as a householder or homesharer, contact a homeshare program near you.
Homeshare Provider:
HANZA welcomes and supports aspiring Homeshare providers. If you are interested in setting up a Homeshare Program or would like more information, contact us.
To apply to become a Homeshare provider, complete the application form and return it to us via email at info@hanza.org.au.
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
Would you like to learn how to safely set up your own home share arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them. This is your chance to be part of something special so message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a vibrant, connected future at home with Homeshare.
Contact Us
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
Would you like to learn how to safely set up your own home share arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them. This is your chance to be part of something special so message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a vibrant, connected future at home with Homeshare.
Contact Us
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
Would you like to learn how to safely set up your own home share arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them. This is your chance to be part of something special so message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a vibrant, connected future at home with Homeshare.
Contact Us
WHAT IS HOMESHARE?
Homesharing is an arrangement where two or more people share a living space. Typically, a householder offers accommodation at a low cost in exchange for companionship and support. This support may include assistance with chores, social interaction, or simply providing a presence and company.
Relationship
Respect, Integrity, and Compassion: Treating all individuals with dignity, acting with honesty, and demonstrating empathy in all interactions.
Reciprocity and Collaboration: Building mutually supportive relationships through shared responsibilities, open communication, and teamwork.
Community
Diverse and Connected Communities: Celebrating the richness of relationships across generations and cultures, fostering inclusion and belonging.
Society
Accessible and Inclusive Communities: Upholding the right of householders to live and age in their own homes with dignity, while providing homesharers with affordable, sustainable housing that fosters mutual respect, connection, and belonging.
Sustainable and Affordable Living: Promoting housing options that are accessible, environmentally responsible, and integrated within vibrant communities.
Safety
Safety and Empowerment: Ensuring a secure and trustworthy foundation that enables individuals to live safely, maintain independence, and build confidence and purpose.
CORE VALUES
- Respect, Integrity and Compassion
- Reciprocity and Collaboration
- Diverse and connected communities
Join our community
Householders and Homesharers:
If you would like to be part of a Homeshare program, as a householder or homesharer, contact a homeshare program near you.
Homeshare Provider:
HANZA welcomes and supports aspiring Homeshare providers.
If you are interested in setting up a Homeshare Program or would like more information, contact us.
To apply to become a Homeshare provider, complete the application form and return it to us via email at info@hanza.org.au.
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
Would you like to learn how to safely set up your own home share arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them. This is your chance to be part of something special so message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a vibrant, connected future at home with Homeshare.
Contact Us
Join our community
Householders and Homesharers:
If you would like to be part of a Homeshare program, as a householder or homesharer, contact a homeshare program near you.
Homeshare Provider:
HANZA welcomes and supports aspiring Homeshare providers. If you are interested in setting up a Homeshare Program or would like more information, contact us.To apply to become a Homeshare provider, complete the application form and return it to us via email at info@hanza.org.au.
Exciting opportunity to set up your own Homeshare arrangement
Are you an older person living alone in a comfortable home, interested to make meaningful connections, and continue living independently in your community?
Would you like to learn how to safely set up your own home share arrangement with comprehensive support—including resources, expert advice, training, and a coach if you should need them. This is your chance to be part of something special so message HANZA today to find out more about how you can create a vibrant, connected future at home with Homeshare.
Contact Us
WE do this by valuing:
Help us make Homesharing possible for more people.
Whether you’re a community leader, policymaker, or supporter - your voice and energy can help grow this movement.
Join our community
Householders and Homesharers
If you would like to be part of a Homeshare program, as a householder or homesharer, contact a homeshare program near you.
Homeshare Provider
HANZA welcomes and supports aspiring Homeshare providers.
If you are interested in setting up a Homeshare Program or would like more information, contact us.
To apply to become a Homeshare provider, complete the application form and return it to us via email at info@hanza.org.au.
WE do this by valuing:
Help us make Homesharing possible for more people.
Whether you’re a community leader, policymaker, or supporter - your voice and energy can help grow this movement.
+61 (0) 421 507 207 (Wendy Francis)
