Eligibility Process

At AHG Housing, our specialists are here to expertly guide you through every phase of your SDA journey, including navigating the eligibility process. We are dedicated to ensuring you have the support and knowledge you need to live your best independent life.

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is a type of housing funded by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia. It is designed for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. SDA provides purpose-built or modified housing that enables individuals to live more independently and with the necessary supports in place.

Key Features of SDA:

1. Custom Design: SDA properties are designed or modified to meet the specific needs of individuals, making it easier for them to live independently. This can include features like wider doorways, accessible bathrooms, and reinforced walls for hoists.
2. Support Services: While SDA focuses on the physical accommodation, it is often paired with Supported Independent Living (SIL) services, where staff provide day-to-day support to residents.
3. Categories of SDA:
   • Improved Liveability: For individuals with sensory, intellectual, or cognitive impairments.
   • Fully Accessible: For individuals with significant physical impairments requiring high levels of accessibility.
   • Robust: Designed for people with complex behaviors, featuring enhanced safety and durability.
   • High Physical Support: For individuals requiring high levels of physical support, including features like ceiling hoists, assistive technology, and emergency power solutions.
4. Eligibility: Not all NDIS participants are eligible for SDA. Eligibility is determined based on an individual’s specific needs and must be included in their NDIS plan.
5. Funding: SDA funding is provided by the NDIS to cover the costs of accommodation, but it does not cover personal care or support services, which are funded separately.

SDA aims to provide safe, suitable, and sustainable living environments for people with disabilities, ensuring they can live with dignity and independence.