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Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)

Information and support relating to NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation for participants with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs.

NDIS participant receiving disability support in the community

About this service

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is NDIS funding for the physical dwelling when a participant has extreme functional impairment or very high support needs requiring specialist housing design features. SDA funding is separate from the supports provided within the home (such as SIL).

Able Aide assists eligible participants and their support teams to understand SDA pathways, coordinate with housing providers, and align accommodation with SIL and other supports.

How Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) supports you

  • SDA pathway guidance

    Understand SDA eligibility, design categories, and how SDA fits within your overall NDIS plan.

  • Housing coordination

    Liaise with SDA providers and developers to find suitable dwellings in accessible locations.

  • Support alignment

    Ensure SIL and other supports are coordinated with your SDA housing arrangement.

  • Transition planning

    Plan moves into SDA dwellings with minimal disruption to routines and existing supports.

Who this service is for

  • Participants with SDA funding included in their NDIS plan
  • Participants undergoing SDA eligibility assessment
  • Support coordinators and families navigating housing transitions
  • Hospital teams discharging participants who require accessible specialist housing

What's included

  • SDA eligibility and category guidance
  • Coordination with SDA housing providers
  • Alignment of SIL supports with SDA dwellings
  • Transition planning and move-in support
  • Liaison with support coordinators and allied health
  • Documentation for housing and plan review purposes

How it works

  1. SDA review

    Confirm SDA funding, design category, and location preferences in your plan.

  2. Dwelling search

    Work with SDA providers to identify suitable vacancies or development options.

  3. Support planning

    Align SIL, core supports, and coordination with the chosen dwelling.

  4. Move and settle

    Support the transition into your SDA home with coordinated provider handovers.

Related NDIS services

Many participants combine specialist disability accommodation (sda) with other supports from Able Aide. Explore related services below or view our full service list .

New to the NDIS? Read our NDIS guide or contact our team to discuss your plan.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for SDA funding?
SDA is funded for a small proportion of NDIS participants with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs who require specialist housing solutions. Eligibility is determined by the NDIA through assessment.
Does SDA funding pay for support workers?
No. SDA covers the cost of the specialist dwelling. Support workers in the home are funded separately through SIL or other core supports in your plan.
Can Able Aide help if I have SDA but need SIL?
Yes. We can deliver SIL supports in SDA dwellings and coordinate with your housing provider. Contact us to discuss availability.

Discuss SDA and housing supports

Refer a participant or contact our team for guidance on Specialist Disability Accommodation pathways.

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