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NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Reference Group Communique - Meeting, Wednesday 29 May 2019

NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Reference Group Communique - Meeting, Tuesday 19 March 2019 Conflict of Interest Management The Chair acknowledged written conflict of interest declarations received from members and reminded all members of the continuing requirement to update declarations as necessary. SDA Reference Group Terms of Reference Review The members discussed and reviewed the terms of reference and confirmed they were acceptable for the time being. Members noted that the terms of reference can be modified in future if required. Limited Cost Assumptions Review The Chair invited members to provide feedback on the terms of reference for the upcoming...

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is committed to providing the specialist disability accommodation market with the information it needs to foster continued growth.

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is committed to improving the experience people and organisations have with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

SDA refers to specialist accommodation for people who require integrated housing and independent living supports. It is generally for people with very high support needs. While most NDIS participants will have their housing needs met through options delivered by the jurisdiction in which they live, historically SDA was, and still is, in short supply.

The latest Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) data, including SDA demand data, is available on the Data Downloads page on the NDIS Data and Insights website.

The NDIS SDA Calculator has been updated.

From 19 October 2026, the full amount of Specialist Disability Accommodation funding a participant is eligible for will be included in their NDIS plan when it is approved.