A detailed exploration of the different types of housing supported by NDIS, such as SIL, SDA, and private rentals.
In our latest Nursed Care blog, we outline the various housing options that participants within the NDIS can access. These options suit people who need just a little bit of help in life each day, as well as people with very high needs. We also explain how to meet community housing eligibility requirements, and explain types of supports and funding processes.
NDIS home and NDIS plan options
The NDIS is the primary support and care program for Australians living with disability. The NDIS supports and provides NDIS funding to people who need help as a result of their disability. These supports can be provided to people living with their family in their own home. But, through the NDIS, a person can also safely access social housing, or a shared dwelling designed to meet their needs.
An NDIS participant will discuss and have their living arrangements considered by their housing support coordinator as part of their NDIS assessment.
What is NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation?
Within the NDIS, Specialist Disability Accommodation is a type of housing provision available to people with extreme functional impairment. Specialist Disability Accommodation SDA dwellings may include features like:
ceiling hoists
ramps
chair lifts
smart technologies like remote sensors, or automated lighting and temperature control
SDA homes must also meet certain standards for people living with disability. The guidelines help ensure participants can access and make use of all areas of their home, and are both safe and comfortable in their house. Specialist Disability Accommodation SDA suits people with extreme functional impairment who need regular supports or constant care.
What is NDIS Supported Independent Living?
Supported Independent Living SIL is a type of accommodation and social support that suits some people with disability. Once NDIS participants have been approved for some independent living funding, they can look at SIL facilities. SIL houses suit people who have a degree of independence, but need some help with the tasks of daily life.
SIL is not suitable for people with high support needs. A person living in a SIL home might have some living support services for personal care, meal preparation or social participation. But they are unlikely to need intensive care and services around the clock.
What is an Supported Independent Living home like?
Supported Independent Living is a popular type of NDIS accommodation. A SIL house can be a pleasant home environment for people who want to meet others with similar needs or interests. Support staff are on hand to deliver the supports required and ensure each person is getting on well with other residents. Support can be provided to enjoy entertainment and socialisation and improve communication skills. The overall aim of SIL housing options is that residents can live independently, learn new skills and participate in the community.
What private rental options are available in the NDIS?
Many people who have been assessed as eligible for the NDIS live either in their family home, or within a private rental. NDIS participants are not automatically eligible for SIL or SDA funding.
Many participants find their own rental property or choose to seek housing support for social housing. The NDIS does not subsidise rent or the cost of utilities or bills. The National Rental Affordability Scheme has investigated the availability and affordability of rental options and housing support for people with disability. Learn more about this scheme here.
If you already live in a private rental, and need home modifications, or to change your living arrangements to live independently, you should discuss this with your SIL provider.
Options for accommodation within the National Disability Insurance Scheme
The intent of the NDIS is to help people find the best opportunities and outcomes that suit their needs. As a result, there are several accommodation options available within the housing system for people who receive funding and housing support through the NDIS.
People with very high support needs and those who require accessible housing can use the SDA finder tool on the NDIS website to help find appropriate accommodation. NDIS providers can help people living with disability to find housing or access home modifications that make independent living much easier.
Nursed Care for community care, support and housing
Nursed Care is an innovative, empowering and experienced NDIS service provider. We support NDIS participants living in New South Wales to live connected, positive and fulfilling lives. When you chose Nursed Care as your NDIS service provider you will have ready access to a full team of professional care workers and support coordinators. Our services can make all the difference.
We support people with a disability to live their best life, through the provision of services to meet their individual needs. We provide personal care, domestic assistance and home modifications. We help our clients with preparing meals, keeping their home organised or going out and about to do the things they enjoy. Contact us to arrange a friendly chat or visit.
Accessible features of Nursed Care homes
As well as providing a full range of in home support services, Nursed Care also manage and maintain a number of NDIS housing options. We are an accredited SDA provider, and regularly have short to medium term accommodation options available within our social housing facilities. Nursed Care SDA home, respite facilities and medium term accommodation dwellings have been built with your comfort in mind. Our accommodation options include homes that have:
accessible bathrooms
gardens and entertaining areas
remote electrical, security and temperature systems
comfortable bedrooms with extra space for support workers
Browse the listings on our website to see what options are currently available.
Nursed Care NDIS housing supports and assistance
We operate various types of NDIS accommodation services, including SIL and SDA options, as well as emergency respite or short term accommodation. These options are listed on our website. Our pages also showcase some of the recently built and renovated properties we have prepared for NDIS clients. We provide options for people with high physical support needs as well as those who want to be independent where possible.
Not only can you access a comfortable home through Nursed Care as your SIL provider, you will also have access to support with daily tasks like bathing, showering, toileting and dressing. Explore the individual living options for NDIS housing and community supports on our website. We also offer home modifications and maintenance assistance to help you ensure your house is comfortable and safe. Learn more about how you can future proof your home with NDIS supported modifications.
Related questions
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is the official organising body that oversees the delivery of the NDIS across Australia. The NDIA assess NDIS funding criteria and oversee the administration of accommodation through the scheme. The NDIA also handle complaints against the NDIS so that people with a disability can raise issues they have identified with the assistance they are provided or in regard to the social supports or housing support they receive, or more general issues with the housing system.
The NDIS funds and promotes housing designed just for people with disability. SIL funding and other NDIS financial supports can be used to cover the costs for assistive technology supports like automated doors and responsive temperature control systems. Funding can be used to make your house or apartment more accessible and assist you to achieve more independence and comfort within your preferred house.
