What is SDA?
SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) funding is a type of funding offered through the NDIS for housing. SDA housing features accessible designs, supportive technologies and safety measures to enhance independent living. SDA comes in various forms, from group houses to individual apartments, tailored to meet specific needs. SDA eligibility is determined by an assessment of the person’s disability-related housing requirements.
Funding for SDA
You may be able to access funding for SDA through avenues such as the NDIS and TAC.
To find out more about NDIS support for SDA, go to the NDIS website.
Explore current vacancies in SDA
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New High Physical Support Apartments in Kensington
Spacious 2-bed, 2-bath apartments with high physical support features in a campus-style setup, inner Melbourne.
Number of vacancies: 12
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Wheelchair accessible with ceiling hoist and accessible features
New Improved Liveability Apartments in Kensington
Spacious 2-bed, 2-bath apartments designed for sensory and cognitive needs in inner Melbourne. Campus-style, ready early 2025.
Number of vacancies: 4
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Extra features for people with sensory, intellectual or cognitive impairments
Brand new SDA apartments in bustling Prahran
Spacious 2-bed, 2-bath apartments with high physical support, fully accessible design in inner Melbourne.
Number of vacancies: 6
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Wheelchair accessible with accessible features
Brand new apartments designed for high physical support in inner Melbourne
House with two shared living areas, large shared bath, and plans for a second. Kitchen opens to pergola, BBQ area. Pet-friendly with consent.
Number of vacancies: 6
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Wheelchair accessible with ceiling hoist and accessible features
Rosebud: Second of two vacancies in Specialist Disability Accommodation
Spacious home with 2 baths (1 walk-in shower), rumpus room with billiards, garden, and cozy carpeted bedrooms with built-in robes.
Number of vacancies: 2
5
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Basic accessibility, with steps
Rosebud: One of two vacancies in Specialist Disability Accommodation
Spacious home with 2 baths (1 walk-in shower), rumpus room with billiards, garden, and cozy carpeted bedrooms with built-in robes.
Number of vacancies: 2
5
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Basic accessibility, with steps
Carrum Downs: Second of two vacancies in a five bedroom Specialist Disability Accommodation home
Spacious 5-bed, 2-bath home with 2 living areas, large shared bath, and kitchen-dining opening to outdoor BBQ area.
Number of vacancies: 2
5
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Basic accessibility, with ramp at front and back door.
Carrum Downs: One of two vacancies in a five bedroom Specialist Disability Accommodation home
Spacious 5-bed, 2-bath home with 2 living areas, large shared bath, and kitchen-dining opening to outdoor BBQ area.
Number of vacancies: 2
5
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Basic accessibility, with ramp at front and back door.
Nhill: One vacancy in a self-contained Improved Liveability studio
4-bed property with 3-bed main house, 1-bed self-contained studio (ensuite). Two living areas, shared bath, kitchen-dining opens to outdoors.
Number of vacancies: 1
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The studio is accessible. There is a path from the studio to the main house.
Brown Hill: One vacancy in a one bedroom villa
1-bed villa for single resident, designed for varying support needs with onsite overnight assistance. Built-in robes, heating/cooling.
Number of vacancies: 1
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Entry to the villa is accessible and is located at the front end of the property for increased privacy.
Cranbourne: one vacant room in an Improved Liveability five bedroom house
Spacious 5-bed home with 2 baths, heating/cooling, open-plan living, garden, BBQ area. Staff support available. 1 vacancy in Improved Liveability house.
Number of vacancies: 1
5
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The vacant room is not wheelchair accessible but there is a hoist in the bathroom.
Buninyong: One vacancy in a five bedroom home
5-bed house with 2 living areas, shared bath, open kitchen/dining, outdoor pergola & BBQ. Pet-friendly with consent.
Number of vacancies: 1
5
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The house is not wheelchair accessible. The house has steps in the backyard.
Brown Hill: One vacancy in a modern High Physical Support property
5-bed house with 2 shared living areas, 2 baths (1 with bath, 1 with shower), outdoor BBQ area. Pet-friendly with consent.
Number of vacancies: 1
5
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All areas are wheelchair accessible.
Delacombe: Second of two vacancies in Specialist Disability Accommodation
Spacious house with 2 living areas, 1 bath (with bath), outdoor BBQ area. Pet-friendly with consent.
Number of vacancies: 3
5
2
Grab rails in the bathrooms and to the exterior exit door. There are nil steps into the backyard.
Delacombe: One of two vacancies in Specialist Disability Accommodation
Spacious house with 2 living areas, 1 bath (with bath), outdoor BBQ area. Pet-friendly with consent.
Number of vacancies: 3
5
2
Grab rails in the bathrooms and to the exterior exit door.
Frankston: brand new apartment to share with one other person (HPS or FA SDA Funding)
Brand new High Physical Support apartment with onsite overnight support. Features modern kitchen, open plan living, large bedroom, and ensuite.
Number of vacancies: 1
2
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High Physical Support
Frankston: Bayside living with all amenities at your doorstep (HPS or FA SDA Funding)
Fully air-conditioned apartment with modern kitchen, open plan living, large bedroom with built-ins, 2 bathrooms, and spacious study.
Number of vacancies: 1
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High Physical Support
Drouin: One vacancy in Improved Liveability Home in peaceful Drouin
Light-filled 5-bedroom home with open kitchen, dining, living, bath, separate toilet, and sunroom overlooking lush gardens.
Number of vacancies: 1
5
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Wheelchair accessible with accessible features
Disability Accommodation Design Categories
If you’re new to Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), there are four design categories that might be funded to suit your needs:
1. Improved Liveability
This category focuses on homes with enhanced accessibility for people with sensory, intellectual, or cognitive impairments. These homes may feature easy-to-see walls and floors, open living spaces that allow support workers to monitor residents, or layouts with minimal stairs to improve mobility.
2. Fully Accessible
Designed for people with significant physical disability, this housing includes advanced accessibility features. If you rely on a wheelchair – whether manual or powered – or are unable to navigate steps, this option provides the necessary physical accommodations to ensure comfort and mobility in the home.
3. Robust
Built to be extremely durable and minimise the need for ongoing repairs, this category is suitable for people who may have difficulty managing complex or challenging behaviours. Robust housing focuses on safety and durability, taking into account how often property damage occurs and its severity to create a secure and resilient living environment.
4. High Physical Support
For people requiring extensive care, this category offers homes with advanced accessibility features. These could include ceiling hoists, backup power systems and smart home technology to facilitate communication and automation, ensuring the highest level of physical support for daily living.
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