Finding Your Home: A Complete Guide to NDIS Housing Supports

Key Points:

• Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) provides purpose-built housing for people with very high support needs, with features designed for safety and accessibility.
• Supported Independent Living (SIL) focuses on daily support inside the home, helping participants build skills through shared or individual sil SIL accommodation.
• Short and Medium-Term Accommodation (STA and MTA) offer flexible NDIS STA and temporary housing while participants rest, transition, or wait for permanent homes.
• Choosing the right NDIS housing option depends on your support needs, living preferences, and long-term goals, with guidance available from experienced providers like Kirinari.

Summary:

The NDIS offers  a range of housing solutions to help participants live independently and safely, including Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), Supported Independent Living (SIL), and Short-Term/Medium-Term Accommodation (STA/MTA). SDA housing provides specially designed properties with accessibility features, while a SIL provider delivers daily living support in shared or individual homes. NDIS short and medium term accommodation (STA/MTA) offer temporary housing solutions for respite or transitional periods, giving participants flexibility and continuity of care.

Outline:

1. Introduction
2. What Is Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)?
3. What Is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
4. What Is Short-Term and Medium-Term Accommodation (STA & MTA)?
5. Choosing the Right NDIS Housing Option for Your Needs
6. Finding the Right Home and Support with Kirinari

Finding the right place to call home is an important step towards living a good life – the life you want. Under the NDIS, housing supports exist to help people live safely, build independence, and stay connected to their community.

From long-term accomodation to short stays during times of change, each option is designed to support different needs and goals.

This guide explains the main NDIS housing options and how Kirinari can help you choose which one is right for you or your loved one.

What Is Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)?

Specialist Disability Accommodation, often called SDA accommodation, is designed for people with very high support needs or significant functional disability. These homes are built with accessibility, safety, and comfort in mind.

SDA housing NDIS properties may include:

• Step-free access and wider doorways
• Smart home technology
• Strong structures to support specialised equipment

There are different SDA design types, such as Fully Accessible, High Physical Support, and Improved Liveability. Each offers features to suit different needs and preferences.

SDA funding covers the cost of the home itself. But, daily support inside the home is funded separately through other NDIS supports.

What Is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) focuses on the support you receive in your home, not the building itself. SIL helps people manage daily life while building skills and confidence over time.

Support from a SIL provider can include:

• Preparing meals
• Cleaning and home care
• Medication support
• Learning everyday life skills

SIL accommodation is often shared with others, but it can also be arranged if you live on your own or with family. People who need specialised housing and daily support can receive both SIL and SDA funding.

What Is Short-Term and Medium-Term Accommodation (STA & MTA)?

Short and Medium-Term Accommodation gives you a safe, supported place to stay during times of change or transition. These options offer flexibility, continuity of care, and peace of mind while longer-term housing or daily living supports are being arranged.

Short-Term Accommodation (STA)

STA, sometimes known as respite care, provides temporary housing and support. It’s a helpful option if you want to give your primary caregivers a short break, your family needs time to recharge, or you would like to try living more independently.

NDIS short term accommodation usually includes:

• A furnished place to stay
• Meals and daily support
• Opportunities to join community activities

NDIS STA funding is generally available for up to 28 days per year and can be used all at once or spread across the year.

Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA)

MTA is like STA, but provides longer accommodation. It offers housing for up to 90 days while you wait for a long-term home, such as SIL or SDA, to become available.

MTA may be suitable if:

• Your long-term housing has been approved, but is not ready yet
• You do not have a safe place to stay during the transition
• You are being discharged from the hospital or another care setting

Choosing the Right NDIS Housing Option for You

Choosing the right housing support starts with understanding your needs and goals. It can help to think about:

• How much daily support you need
• How you prefer to live, such as shared or on your own
• If you need short-term support or a long-term home
• What helps you feel confident and secure

You don’t have to worry about working this out by yourself. Support Coordinators, Local Area Coordinators, and disability support services can guide you through your options and help align them with your NDIS plan.

Finding the Right Home and Support with Kirinari

We believe everyone deserves a home where they feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow. That’s why our accommodation and housing services are designed to help you build independence, develop new skills, and stay connected to your local community.

We offer:

• Supported Independent Living: Practical daily support to help you live confidently at home
• Specialist Disability Accommodation: Purpose-built homes that are secure, comfortable, and suited to complex needs
• Short and Medium Term Accommodation: Flexible options that support change, rest, and smooth transitions

If you would like to explore your options or view current vacancies, our team is here to help. Reach out to Kirinari today and let’s talk about what home can look like for you.