Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
Understand SDA, explore the current Harkness accommodation vacancy, and discuss suitable support options with our team.
Empowering Homes, Enabling Independence
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is housing designed for eligible NDIS participants with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. SDA homes include specialised design features that can support greater independence, accessibility and safer delivery of other supports.
SDA may be suitable for eligible participants whose disability-related housing needs cannot be adequately met through other home and living options. SDA funding and the appropriate design category are determined according to each participant’s individual circumstances and NDIS plan.
Current Accommodation Vacancy – Harkness, VIC
Available now — a three-bedroom supported shared home in Harkness, Victoria, with two participant bedrooms, each with its own private ensuite, plus a separate staff room with its own shower and toilet facilities.
Home Highlights
- Two participant bedrooms
- Private ensuite for each participant bedroom
- Separate dedicated staff room
- Private shower and toilet facilities for the staff room
- Shared kitchen, dining and living areas
- Designed to provide a practical balance of personal privacy and shared everyday living
SDA and SIL are separate supports. SDA relates to specialist housing, while SIL relates to the support a participant may receive in their home. The property’s confirmed SDA enrolment or design category, accessibility features, current vacancy status and individual suitability should be confirmed before any accommodation arrangement is made.
We do not publish the full street address on this public page. Participants, families, nominees, support coordinators and other appropriate members of a participant’s support network can contact us to discuss the home and the next steps.
Private Participant Bedrooms & Ensuites
The Harkness home includes two participant bedrooms, and each participant bedroom has its own private ensuite. A separate third bedroom is allocated to support staff and includes its own shower and toilet facilities.
This arrangement provides participants with personal bedroom and bathroom space while maintaining comfortable shared areas for everyday living.
Understanding SDA and Your Accommodation Options
We understand that choosing the right home and support arrangement is an important decision. Our team works with participants and their support networks to discuss available accommodation opportunities and the support arrangements that may be relevant to their individual needs.
SDA includes four design categories: Improved Liveability, Fully Accessible, Robust and High Physical Support. Each category is designed for different disability-related needs. The confirmed SDA category and accessibility features of an individual property should always be considered when determining whether a home may be suitable.
Our team can speak with participants, families, support coordinators and other appropriate members of a participant’s support network about current accommodation opportunities and support requirements. Where an available home may be suitable, we can discuss the property, living arrangement and appropriate next steps.
Features vary between individual properties. We provide clear information about confirmed participant bedrooms, bathroom facilities, shared spaces, staff facilities and accessibility features so participants and their support networks can better understand each available home before making an enquiry.
Participant Choice & Shared Living
Participant preferences, privacy and household compatibility are important considerations when exploring shared accommodation. Where Peers Healthcare Providers delivers support within a home, we take a person-centred approach and work with participants to understand their routines, preferences, goals and agreed support requirements.
We believe accommodation decisions should be based on clear information, individual suitability and participant choice. Our team is available to discuss current opportunities and help participants and their support networks understand the next steps.
Specialist Disability Accommodation FAQs
Find answers to common questions about SDA to help you make informed decisions and get the right support for your needs. These answers explain common questions about eligibility, SDA design categories, funding, support arrangements and accommodation options.
What is Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)?
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is housing designed for eligible NDIS participants with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. SDA relates to the dwelling itself and is separate from the supports a participant may receive while living in the home.
Who is eligible for SDA through the NDIS?
Eligibility for SDA is assessed by the NDIS and is generally for individuals with very high support needs or extreme functional impairment. Participants must have SDA funding included in their NDIS plan after a thorough assessment process.
What are the SDA design categories?
The four SDA design categories are Improved Liveability, Fully Accessible, Robust and High Physical Support. Each category includes different design requirements based on participants’ disability-related housing needs. The design category of any available property should be confirmed for that individual dwelling.
How does the SDA application process work?
SDA eligibility and funding are determined through the NDIS. If SDA funding is included in your plan, you can explore enrolled SDA properties that match your approved design category, location preferences and support needs. Our team can discuss any relevant accommodation opportunities with you.
Can I choose who I live with in SDA?
Participant choice and household compatibility are important when considering shared accommodation. The available options will depend on the property, current vacancies, participant needs and the suitability of the proposed living arrangement.
What support services are included in SDA?
SDA relates to the specialist housing itself. Supports delivered inside the home, including Supported Independent Living (SIL), personal care and other disability supports, are separate from SDA and depend on the participant’s individual NDIS plan and support arrangements.
What accessibility features can an SDA home include?
Accessibility features depend on the property’s confirmed SDA design category. Depending on the dwelling, these may include features such as improved physical access, wheelchair-accessible areas, home automation, ceiling-hoist provisions, durable construction or other specialist design features. Always check the confirmed features of the individual property.
Where are your current accommodation vacancies?
We currently have an accommodation opportunity in Harkness, Victoria. Availability can change, so please contact our team for the latest information and to discuss whether the home may be suitable for your needs.
How are SDA homes maintained and supported?
Property management, maintenance and support arrangements can vary between homes. Details relevant to an individual vacancy can be discussed with our team when you enquire about the property.
How do I get started with SDA at Peers Healthcare Providers?
Contact us directly or speak with your support coordinator if you are exploring accommodation. We can discuss current vacancies and support arrangements, while SDA eligibility and funding decisions remain with the NDIS.
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