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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
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What is Disability Accommodation
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is a type of housing for people with:
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Big support needs, or
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Severe disability
SDA homes are:
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Designed for accessibility,
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Funded by the NDIS,
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Made to help you live more independently with the supports you need.
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What is special about SDA homes?
SDA homes are built for people who need extra help every day.
Here are some important features:
🔧 Custom Design SDA homes may include:
Wide doorways, Ceiling hoists, Stronger walls, Smart home technology.
These features make your home safer and easier to live in.
🏘️ Different Housing Types
SDA homes can be: Apartments, Villas, Townhouses, Shared homes, Standalone houses. You can choose what suits you best.
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Why SDA exists
SDA helps people:
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Be more independent
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Live in the community
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Get the supports they need in a safe place
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Who can get SDA?
You may be able to get SDA if:
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You are an NDIS participant, and
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You have very high support needs, or
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You have an extreme functional impairment
This means you:
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Still need a lot of help at home,
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Even if you already use assistive technology or home modifications.
💡 What to do : Talk to your NDIS Planner or Support Coordinator to find out if you are eligible . Or visit the NDIS website.
How to get SDA
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Join the NDIS
If you're not in the NDIS yet:
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Apply online at ndis.gov.au, or
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Call 1800 800 110
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Check if you can get SDA
Talk to your:
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NDIS Planner, or
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Local Area Coordinator (LAC)
You will need to:
- Share information from your doctor or health professional
- Explain your disability and housing needs
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Add SDA to you NDIS Plan
If you're approved, SDA funding will be added to your plan.
SDA funding:
✓ Pays for the Specialist housing
🅇 Does not pay for rent, support workers, or personal care.
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Apply for SDA housing
Once you have SDA funding:
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Contact SDA providers directly
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Fill in their application forms
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You may need to send them:
- Your NDIS plan
- Your support needs Information
- Your housing preferences
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Find SDA Providers
Search for providers using the NDIS Provider Finder:
Providers might be:
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Community housing organisations
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Private builders or developers
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Disability support services