NDIS SDA Housing

SDA refers to housing designed for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. St Jude’s offers SDA options tailored to individual requirements, providing accessible and purpose-built homes to ensure participants can live safely and independently with the support they need.

The NDIS offers Specialist Disability Accommodation funding for individuals with severe functional impairments or exceptionally high support needs, necessitating specially designed housing to accommodate these requirements.

SDA funding is allocated to those whose NDIS plans recognise that, despite the potential for home modifications or assistive technologies, still require substantial in-home support from a support worker for daily tasks such as getting in and out of bed, dressing, meal preparation, and community access.

SDA provides a range of dwelling types to suit different needs, including apartments, houses, villas, and group homes. These dwellings are classified into design categories that range from improved liveability, fully accessible, and robust, to high physical support. Each category is required to meet a specific level of physical access and includes design features to meet participants’ needs. Participants can reside in a variety of living arrangements including shared settings, or private units.

No, SDA funding is specifically for the housing solution itself. Support services, such as personal care and daily activity assistance, are funded separately through other parts of an NDIS plan.

The NDIS allocates funding for eligible people with disability to live in Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA). This funding is incorporated into the participant’s NDIS plan. Participants residing in SDA homes are required to contribute a ‘reasonable rent contribution,’ to help cover daily living expenses such as rent, utilities, and groceries. St Jude’s can provide guidance on how these contributions are calculated and managed in line with NDIS funding.

To apply for SDA funding, you need to be an NDIS participant. You can request an assessment for SDA eligibility as part of your NDIS planning meeting. It’s important to provide evidence of your housing needs and how they relate to your disability.

St Jude’s encourages family involvement for NDIS participants. Families are invited to tour any of our available SDA homes with their loved ones, to participate in the move in and support planning process, provide input on support strategies, and stay informed about their loved one’s progress in the home. Regular communication is maintained between St Jude’s staff and family members, ensuring that the home environment is continually aligned with the participant’s goals and well-being.

St Jude’s takes great care to match NDIS participants in shared SDA housing by considering their individual preferences, personalities, and support requirements. This approach helps to create a comfortable and supportive living environment for all residents.

St Jude’s can allow pets in SDA living arrangements on a case-by-case basis. This ensures the living environment is appropriate for both the participant and their pet, promoting their overall wellbeing.

St Jude’s provides SDA housing options in multiple regions throughout Western Australia. Contact our team to explore our available homes, and we’ll assist you in finding a location that accommodates your unique needs and preferences.