Can Accessible Housing Deliver Better Outcomes and Cost Less? Featuring Perry Cross & Tom Ray (Accessible Homes Australia)

Let us know your thoughts, questions, and who you want to hear from next!In this episode of The Exchange, Mitchell Finnen sits down with Perry Cross and Tom Ray, Co-Founders of Accessible Homes Australia, to explore one of the most overlooked corners of Australian social infrastructure, specialist disability accommodation. Perry sustained a spinal cord injury at 19 and spent decades in a system that wasn't built for him. Today he lives independently in a purpose-designed, voice-activated apartment on the Gold Coast. It's not just a better home. It's a different life. Together, Perry and Tom break down how their clustered independent living model can save the NDIS up to $75,000 per person per year compared to conventional care arrangements, a counterintuitive finding the system has been slow to embrace. They also walk through their newest development in Hervey Bay: a self-sufficient village with onsite hydrotherapy, adapted gymnasium, and 24-hour care, built for people who want independence, not an institution. If you've ever thought about impact investing, social infrastructure, or simply what it means to build something that matters, this episode is for you. Disclaimer: The information in this podcast series is for general financial educational purposes only, should not be considered financial advice and is only intended for wholesale clients.  That means the information does not consider your objectives, financial situation or needs.  You should consider if the information is appropriate for you and your needs.  You should always consult your trusted licensed professional adviser before making any investment decision.