NDIS Disability Support Services Worker
Absolutely! The NDIS is a strong advocate for inclusive housing, recognizing that everyone deserves a safe and comfortable place to call home. Here's how the NDIS supports accessible housing:
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
- What it is: SDA refers to housing specifically designed or modified to meet the needs of people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs.1
- Design Categories: SDA has different design categories (Improved Liveability, Fully Accessible, High Physical Support, Robust) with specific features to cater to various needs.2
- Funding: The NDIS can fund the building or modification of SDA dwellings, ensuring they meet accessibility standards and individual requirements.3
Home Modifications
- Adapting Existing Homes: The NDIS can fund modifications to a participant's existing home to improve accessibility. This might include things like ramps, widened doorways, accessible bathrooms, or assistive technology.4
Other Supports
- Assistance with Housing: The NDIS can also provide support to help participants find and secure suitable housing, navigate tenancy agreements, and access other housing-related services.5
Key Principles
- Choice and Control: The NDIS emphasizes choice and control, allowing participants to decide where they want to live and what kind of housing best suits their needs.6
- Inclusion: The NDIS promotes community inclusion, encouraging housing options that allow people with disabilities to live in mainstream communities.7
- Accessibility: The NDIS prioritizes accessibility, ensuring that housing is designed or modified to meet the specific needs of individuals with disabilities.8
Resources
- NDIS website: https://www.ndis.gov.au/
- SDA information: https://www.ndis.gov.au/providers/housing-and-living-supports-and-services/specialist-disability-accommodation
By supporting inclusive housing, the NDIS is helping to create a society where everyone has the opportunity to live in a home that meets their needs and promotes their well-being.
See More
NDIS Disability Support Services Worker
Disability Services Australia, Disability Service Provider, Disability service organization
Disability Support Worker, NDIS Support Services
NDIS and Allied health Service Providers in Perth
PERTH SIL NDIS HOUSING SOLUTIONS