We are all about fostering a sense of
community and togetherness in high-density living.
HOW DO WE DO IT?
Our program brings people together in shared social gatherings targeted at individual needs and interests, whether it be regular gardening, dog-walking groups, Easter egg hunt, or even a building wide team corn hole competition!
STEP 1️⃣
Survey building residents to understand their interests
Survey building residents to understand their interests
STEP 2️⃣
Plan calendar of events based on survey results
Plan calendar of events based on survey results
STEP 3️⃣
Organise and run activities all year round
Organise and run activities all year round
STEP 4️⃣
Communicate with residents utilising existing building management platforms
Communicate with residents utilising existing building management platforms
STEP 5️⃣
Organise residents groups. For example dog-walking, running.
Organise residents groups. For example dog-walking, running.
High Neighbour will make it easier to turn neighbours into acquaintances,
and acquaintances into friends.
High Neighbour will make it easier to turn neighbours into acquaintances,
and acquaintances into friends.
RESIDENT DISCONNECTION
We asked 125 residents in Melbourne city fringe high density residential apartment buildings, about how connected they feel to their neighbours and other residents living in the building?
HERE ARE 6 INTERESTING FINDINGS FROM ACADEMIC RESEARCH
+ 1 IN 2 AUSTRALIANS FEELING MORE LONELY SINCE COVID-19
Recent research conducted by Swinburne University reveals that 1 in 2 Australians report feeling more lonely since COVID-19.
+ INTERACTING WITH NEIGHBOURS COULD INCREASE PEOPLE’S HAPPINESS, HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
Interacting with neighbours such as exchanging interests or small conversations could increase people’s happiness, health and well-being.
+ HIGH-RISE LIVING ENVIRONMENTS CAN RESULT IN SOCIAL ISOLATION
Previous studies conclude that high-rise living environments can result in social isolation, social annoyance and anonymity for their residents.
+ SOCIAL INTERACTION SUPPORTS THE PRIMARY PROCESS IN DEVELOPING NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMUNITIES
Social interaction provides residents with information about their fellow neighbours and the social structure of the community, and therefore supports the primary process in developing neighbourhood communities.
+ SOCIAL INTERACTION COULD DECREASE THE FEELING OF LONELINESS
With a certain level of social interaction, people can have the feeling of being socially integrated and this could decrease the feeling of loneliness.
FEEDBACK FROM RESIDENTS' SURVEY
"I would like to have more meaningful friendships with other neighbours"
FEEDBACK FROM RESIDENTS' SURVEY
"I would like to have more meaningful friendships with other neighbours"
BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM FOR INVESTORS
Who doesn't like a win-win-win situation?
Owners Corporations and Strata Schemes that work with us can deliver unparalleled living experience for their residents.
What if I am an investor and my unit is tenanted?
FEEDBACK FROM RESIDENTS' SURVEY
"I would like to have more meaningful friendships with other neighbours"
HIGH NEIGHBOUR
ADDS VALUE
+ IT TAKES OVER 7.9 HOURS TO ORGANISE AN EVENT
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+ WE HAVE VIRTUAL REALITY PROGRAMS, AND WORK WITH INDUSTRY LEADING SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS
So you don't have to make an upfront investment
+ WE PROVIDE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR EVENTS, SUCH AS A SCAVENGER HUNT, BOARD GAME NIGHT OR BEAN BAG MOVIE NIGHT (AMONG MANY MANY OTHERS).
We accommodate the residents' interests
+ OUR TEAM HAS THE EXPERIENCE, THE INFRASTRUCTURE, THE RESOURCES AND THE DRIVE TO BRING YOUR RESIDENTS TOGETHER.
Community management can take time, but our team has the expertise and capacity to help
Our team members are passionate about bringing people together
to create thriving communities.
Our team members are passionate about bringing people together
to create thriving communities.
WE ARE A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
Social enterprises are an innovative breed of businesses that exist to create a fairer and more sustainable world. We apply commercial strategies to maximise improvements in social well-being. Our revenue and profits are utilised to increase the impact we can make, without the pressure of having to satisfy shareholding interests.
The data shows that people living in high-density apartment buildings tend to experience higher-than-average levels of loneliness and isolation.
We dedicate our resources to help residents deal with negative psychological, and psychosocial impacts of living in these urban environments.
We are a social enterprise which means that we are impact driven, not profit driven.
Research suggests that people living in high-rise apartments tend to experience higher-than-average levels of loneliness and isolation.
Research suggests that people living in high-rise apartments tend to experience higher-than-average levels of loneliness and isolation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We listed below a few of the more common questions. If you have other enquires let us know and we would be more than happy to assist!
What will this cost me?
High Neighbour is currently running trials across Melbourne at no cost to the building owners or residents.
I really enjoyed the activities but I'm a tenant! What can I do to have High Neighbour in my building?
Let your real estate agent know you've enjoyed the experience and copy us in, we're happy to liaise with them to try to make it happen.
Does High Neighbour have insurance?
High Neighbour Pty Ltd has public liability insurance cover.
How many events does the trial cover?
By default we propose one event, but we are open for negotiation to tailor to the needs of your building.
Is there a maximum number of attendees per event?
Depending on the size of the building the number of attendees is usually capped at 50 on a first come first service basis. We use an online form to record the attendees.
Is drinking alcoholic beverages allowed, are there other rules?
Residents are welcome to consume their beverage of choice but rowdy behaviour will not be tolerated, as per the High Neighbour conditions of participation that each resident will need to agree to prior to attending the event
What if we change our minds in the middle of the trial?
There is no lock in contract, and the Owners Corporation can exit the trial at any point.
Reduce loneliness. Increase feelings of belonging.
Say High! to your Neighbour.
Reduce loneliness. Increase feelings of belonging.
Say High! to your Neighbour.