Innovative Respite accommodation
Heathcote Dementia Alliance initiated and developed Costerfield House, a fit-for-purpose, transportable care villa fitted with the latest artificial intelligence. The process took several years, with board members undertaking training in several areas, including environment, colour, and design, to ensure its effectiveness. Community consultation was integral, and an advisory group was set up to provide ongoing input.
The project generated significant interest from individuals and organisations. Recognising that construction is not its primary focus, HDA established a sister company, CareVillas Australia, to commercialise the care villas and expand their reach.
Accomplishments and Recognition:
Costerfield House has received widespread acclaim and numerous accolades, including:
Winning the Design and Innovation Award at the prestigious 2024 Inside Ageing Event, recognising our forward-thinking approach to creating environments that enrich lives.
Finalist recognition at the 2024 Silver Eco Awards, showcasing our commitment to sustainability and excellence in senior living solutions.
Global acclaim at the 2024 Global Awards, where we were honoured as the Most Outstanding Creator of Fit-for-Purpose Affordable Dementia Housing in the World.
Future Development: The relocation of Costerfield House to Reflections at Eppalock represents the next phase of this visionary project, blending natural beauty with purpose to create a serene place of tourism respite. This milestone underscores HDA's dedication to innovation and its commitment to improving the lives of people living with dementia and their carers.