Uniting Country Housing (UCH)

Uniting Country Housing (UCH) is committed to providing affordable housing options for people in our communities. UCH properties are located in several regional areas of South Australia.

UCH provide affordable housing for those on a low to moderate income and who are having difficulty securing housing in the private rental market. There is a a range of housing options available for singles, couples and families. We work with a wide range of partner agencies to enable our tenants access to support services.

UCH provide housing for:

People who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
Older people seeking affordable options
Families and individuals escaping domestic violence
People with mental health issues
Young people at risk of homelessness
People leaving the justice system

To access UCH Housing, you must:

Live in South Australia
Not be a homeowner
Meet income and asset limits
Meet criteria for specific housing programs

(some exceptions may apply in extenuating circumstances)

Get in touch with us:

If you would like to talk to someone about your housing options with Uniting Country Housing call 1300 067 777 or email us at [email protected]

Request Maintenance

If your property requires maintenance, please fill out the form below

Maintenance Request Form

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Coronavirus Update 3 (COVID-19)

Uniting Country SA is continuing to provide our usual services during the COVID-19 crisis. If you need assistance call 1300 067 777 or email us at [email protected] You can also still call in and see us at your local UCSA office. Physical distancing guidelines will apply. Please remember to wear a mask.
Financial Statement 2019-2020

Uniting Country SA and Uniting Country Housings audited financial statements for the financial year of 2019 - 2020
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Mental Health Support

Uniting Country SA's Mental Health Support assists people and communities in regional South Australia living with depression, anxiety and more.
Family Reunification

Uniting Country SA's Resilient Families - Reunification program supports families who have become separated from their children to reunify. When children have been removed from a family for their safety, we work with the family to improve relationships and make their home safe.
Community FoodHub

Uniting Country SA's Community FoodHub provides community members with access to low cost nutritious food in a bid to improve food security in the region. This service is only available in Port Pirie
NDIS Support Services

Uniting Country SA provides a variety of support services for people on the NDIS. We provide high quality, customer friendly service and have the local knowledge and expertise to help you meet your support needs.
Port Augusta and Port Pirie Homelessness Youth Service

Uniting County SA's Port Augusta and Amity Youth Homelessness Service provide a safe, secure environment for young people who are homeless as a result of a crisis.
Homelessness Services

The Yorke and Mid North and Coober Pedy Generic Homelessness Services provides support and housing / accommodation options for homeless people and those at risk of homelessness in regional South Australia. Families, single adults, youth and couples can access support from the service
TALI

Uniting Country SA's TALI (Transition to Adult Life Intensive Program) program supports young people 15 to 25 living Port Pirie, Port Augusta, Kadina and Whyalla area who have been in the care of Department of Child Protection for a minimum period of 6 months as a Guardianship child/young person (GOM) to leave care and live independently.
Supported Residential Care

Supported Residential Care provides emergency and short term therapeutic care for children and young people under the care of the Minister. The program has 5 houses and can accommodate between 1 and 4 children/young people and is directly reflective of the service agreement with the Department for Child Protection.
Family Preservation

Uniting Country SA Family Preservation service strengthens and preserves family relationships to ensure children and young people live in a safe, secure and stable environment. Family Preservation works to reduce the risk of children being removed to out of home care.

Coronavirus update 2 (COVID-19)

Uniting Country SA is continuing to provide our usual services during the COVID-19 crisis. If you need assistance call 1300 067 777 or email us at [email protected] You can also still call in and see us at your local UCSA office. Physical distancing guidelines will apply.
Accessibility
Talking with Children about the Coronavirus
Careers
How we provide help

Uniting Country SA provides services to families, single adults and children, who are experiencing difficulties such as domestic violence, disability and mental health issues, financial distress, homelessness, and family breakdown in country SA.
Mission and values

Uniting Country SA is a not-for-profit social services and community organisation operating in country South Australia. We are the local experts, trying to make a difference in your community. With over 100 years of experience servicing regional communities, Uniting Country SA is dedicated to Caring for Country People.
24 by 24 Movement Challenge

On the 19th of October we are supporting Nick Donnellan's 24 hour movement challenge at the Port Pirie Memorial Oval. Move how you want, when you want, for as long as you want, to raise awareness for mental health.
Uniting Country Housing (UCH)

Uniting Country Housing is a community housing provider with a number of properties across the region for eligible clients. Housing is limited to low-income families and individuals.
Financial Support

The Uniting Country SA financial support programs assist people in regional South Australia who are experiencing a financial crisis or are financially vulnerable. Services include financial counselling, budgeting and advocacy support, access to microfinance products and community education.
Main Office Port Pirie