Table 8 Aspirations of Aboriginal peoples living in social housing
Aspirations | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
(Response options- not important, slightly important, moderately important, important or very important) | (Responded moderately important, important or very important) | |
Improve my health and wellbeing (this may involve a range of activities to improve your health such as giving up smoking or improving the type of food you eat or activities to help you feel more confident and relaxed) | 66 | 78 |
Strengthen relationships with family and friends (this may involve spending more time with family and friend or improving parenting skills) | 62 | 73 |
Be involved with culture activities and the local Community (this includes being involved with culturally significant events and local activities run in your community where you meet other people) | 57 | 67 |
Own assets (this may involve saving to buy a car or things for your home such as furniture or appliances) | 55 | 65 |
Improve my financial situation (this may involve learning how to manage and save money) | 54 | 64 |
Develop hobbies, be involved in sports and recreation activities (this might be taking a holiday or joining a sporting club or other activities you enjoy) | 52 | 62 |
Improve my education and/or employment (e.g. this may involve seeking further skills and training in order to find work in a new area or area of interest) | 47 | 55 |
Resources to help me get started with a business (start up and ongoing support, equipment) | 31 | 37 |