Further explanation of the design categories

  • Basic – Housing without specialist design features but with a location or other features that cater for the needs of people with disability and assist with the delivery of support services. Generally, the Basic design category only applies to existing or legacy stock.
  • Improved Liveability – Housing designed to improve ‘liveability’ by incorporating a reasonable level of physical access and enhanced provision for people with sensory, intellectual or cognitive impairment.
  • Fully Accessible – Housing is designed to incorporate a high level of physical access for people with significant physical impairment.
  • Robust—Housing is designed to incorporate a high level of physical access provision and be very resilient while reducing the likelihood of reactive maintenance and the risk to the participant and the community.
  • High Physical Support—Housing is designed to incorporate a high level of physical access for people with significant physical impairment who require very high levels of support.
A modern, open-plan kitchen and dining area with light wood and white finishes. The kitchen features an island with a cooktop, light wood cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large refrigerator. The dining table, set for four, is positioned near a window with views of greenery outside. The space is bright with natural light and recessed ceiling lights.

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Once you have identified which design category you have been funded for, you can start looking for a suitable SDA property.

How do I find the right SDA property for me?

All SDA Providers must be registered with the NDIS, and the SDA properties must be enrolled with the NDIS. There are many options for finding an SDA property. The NDIS has the SDA finder that lists registered SDA properties. However, not all properties are advertised on this platform.

Where to look for vacancies

NDIS SDA Finder: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/home-and-living/specialist-disability-accommodation-explained/sda-finder#finder
Housing Hub: https://www.housinghub.org.au/
Disability Housing: https://www.disabilityhousing.com.au/listing-category/ndis_sda/

Speak to your support provider or the team at Barossa SDA about vacancies in your area.

Do I have to manage paying the SDA Funding to the SDA provider?

The provider will claim the specialist disability accommodation funding directly from the NDIS when they provide the home to you. The SDA provider will document the payment in the service agreement.

How do I get support for living in an SDA?

The NDIS will explore your support needs to determine the kind of home and living support you will need in your chosen SDA property. The NDIS is responsible for some home and living support that you may require because of your disability. These include.

  • Supports to help you live independently in the community. For example, to build:
    • your daily living skills to manage your household
    • your capacity to manage money and keep a rental agreement
    • your social and communication skills including behaviour supports.

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is one type of support that helps you live in your home. It includes help or supervision with daily tasks, like personal care or cooking meals. It enables you to live as independently as possible while building your skills. SIL is for people with higher support needs, who need some level of help at home all the time, which is likely to fall into line with SDA funding requirements

Have questions about SDAs?

Reach out to our team today.

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