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From 1 November 2024 to 31 January 2025, when you move into any of our participating SDA homes, we’ll make you feel right at home with your choice of welcome gift.

Four great gifts to choose from!

Terms and conditions:

• Offer available for 3 months from 1 November 2024 to 31 January 2025 for any residents where a signed letter of offer and tenancy handbook is received
• Signed lease must be in place during the promotion period and signed prior to tenancy start date
• Participants can choose from one of the five gift choices provided only
• No refunds or changes of mind can be granted once the gift has been provided to the tenant
• The gifts will be delivered to participants as soon as practical after their selection has been made
• If the gift pictured is not available, a gift as close as possible will be chosen and provided in its place
• The gifts are for the use of all tenants at the property
• Should the tenant who received the gift vacate the property, the gift is to stay at the home 
• Offer not available to MTA/STA participants
• Participant should already be approved for Improved Liveability, Fully Accessible, or High Physical Support SDA funding
• Available on participating properties only where property owner has consented to participate
• Evidence of SDA funding approval must be provided to accommodation manager

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR OPEN HOME – Wednesday 25th September, 9am to 4pm

We’re excited to let you know that the brand new, stylish 1 bedroom apartments in the popular suburb of Nundah are now complete.

Designed for Improved Liveability residents, there’s also one Fully Accessible apartment with large doorways and accessible bathroom and kitchen and each will have access to a rooftop residents’ retreat.

The apartments feature:

• Beautifully appointed kitchens
• Large balconies for outdoor living
• Convenient location with cafes, shops and restaurants on your doorstep
• Easy access to public transport (Nundah train station is just 100m away) and medical services
• Only 8km from the Brisbane CBD
• On-site concierge for on call and overnight emergency support
• Option to bring your own support provide for daytime assistance

View our listing – click here.

We know the rising cost of living has been impacting many. To help out, we’re offering you your first month of rent free.*

OFFER AVAILABLE FOR 3 MONTHS FROM 1ST JULY 2024.

*Terms and conditions:

• Offer available for 3 months from 1 July to 30 September 2024 for any signed letters of offer and tenancy handbooks received during this period
• Free rent free period of one month (31 days) commences from signed lease start date
• Signed lease must be in place prior to move in date  
• Offer not available to MTA/STA participants
• Participant should already be approved for Improved Liveability, Fully Accessible, or High Physical Support SDA funding
• Available on participating properties only where property owner has consented to participate
• Evidence of SDA funding approval must be provided to accommodation manager

‘8 on Eton’ – COMING SOON

We’re excited to let you know about the brand new, stylish 1 bedroom apartments,‘8 on Eton’, coming soon to the popular suburb of Nundah.

Designed for Improved Liveability residents, there’s also one Fully Accessible apartment with large doorways and accessible bathroom and kitchen and each will have access to a rooftop residents’ retreat. Register now for a June 2024 move in date (subject to change). 

Benefits of 8 on Eton include:

• Beautifully appointed kitchens
• Large balconies for outdoor living
• Convenient location with cafes, shops and restaurants on your doorstep
• Easy access to public transport and medical services
• Only 8km from the Brisbane CBD
• On-site concierge for on call and overnight emergency support
• Option to bring your own support provide for daytime assistance

View our listing – click here.

We were excited about the introduction of Appendix H funding last year which provides the opportunity to keep families together in Specialist Disability Accommodation. If you’re looking for this type of housing, we currently have a number of suitable homes at various locations around Brisbane.

Heritage Park – 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with OOA
In a great location with easy access to shops, schools and medical services, this fully accessible home is perfect for a family. With a double garage and solar panels to offset electricity bills, there’s also plenty of storage space and a lovely alfresco area.

Bundamba – 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with OOA

This accessible home in Bundamba is currently vacant and ready for a family to move in. With all the quality inclusions you’d expect from an SDA Smart Home, you’ll enjoy energy savings from solar panels and being close to Bunnings, Redbank Plaza and Booval Fair for shopping options.

Caboolture – 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with OOA

A popular northside location with easy access to the Sunshine Coast, this home in the southern area of Caboolture near Caboolture Hospital is fully accessible and available now for a family to move in.

Loganlea – 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home with OOA

Newly completed, this brand new home is looking for its first tenants and would be perfect for a family. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, there’s also an alfresco area for outdoor dining and sizeable backyard for family members to enjoy.

One Mile – 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home with OOA

Almost complete, register your interest now in this large home at One Mile near central Ipswich. With four bedrooms all with ensuites, the home is fully accessible and features a modern kitchen with spacious living and dining area perfect for family living.

To enquire about any of the above properties, contact us. For a full list of our vacancies, click here.

We go beyond the SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) standard to deliver person-centred disability housing design that meets the specific needs of individuals. Every person has their own unique life experience. It’s essential to centre the voices of people with disabilities, to ensure their unique needs are met.

We asked tenants what they really want from their SDA housing. Outside of the standard SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) provisions, the overwhelming response was “reduced living costs”, followed by “more opportunities for connection”. In response, we’re building more houses to meet these needs.

To reduce cost of living for tenants, selected SDA Smart Homes include:

• Solar power
• Free internet
• Reduced RRC

In addition to reduced living costs, participants value connection with family, community, and services. We’re now building more SDA in established and well serviced areas.

To increase independence and social connection, select SDA Smart Homes include:

• Access to a private patio from each bedroom. Natasha tells us her private patio is a lovely place to sit and chat when family and friends visit. It also serves as a quiet place to enjoy her own company in the fresh air.
• Close proximity to public transport. Jake was excited to move into an SDA house, only a short distance from the train station. This means he can enjoy a more active social life with with regular train trips to his favourite theme park.
• Central location close to services and community activities. Mary chose an SDA Smart Home close to the local retail / business district. She now enjoys significant savings on taxi fares for her weekly bingo session and shopping trips.
• Tenancies open to participants with Appendix H applied to their SDA funding. An Appendix H tenancy with SDA Smart Homes has made a significant impact on the lives of the Crane family. David, an SDA funded tenant, is now able to live in an SDA house with his wife and daughter. Previously, his only option was sharing with housemates.

*Names are changed to protect tenants privacy.

If you are looking for person-centred disability housing design that delivers lower living costs and increased independence and community participation, check out our disability housing vacancies or contact us:

The Disability Housing Centre now has SDA Robust homes available for immediate tenancies. If you, or someone you know, has Robust SDA funding in your NDIS plan, contact Ashleigh to discuss your housing needs.
Ashleigh Smith – NDIS Accommodation Manager – M: 0409 528 739

You can search for SDA availability in our Accommodation Listings.

What is a Robust Home?

NDIS SDA Robust homes are custom-designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals with unique behavioural needs. Robust homes are constructed with a focus on resilience and accessibility, using materials and features that prioritize the well-being of both residents and the community. The goal is to create spaces that minimize risk and reduce the need for frequent maintenance. This is achieved through the thoughtful selection of materials that are both durable and discreet, capable of withstanding regular use without compromising safety. Additionally, the design of SDA Robust Homes prioritizes a sense of security for both the resident and their caregiver, with measures in place to prevent damage. The intention behind robust housing is to empower individuals with behaviours of concern to thrive in a space that respects their dignity and supports their well-being.

The introduction of Appendix H funding is wonderful news for SDA funded participants who wish to continue living with their (non-SDA funded) family members.

For NDIS Participants living with an extreme functional impairment, Specialist Disability Accommodation provides a more independent and accessible living environment compared to mainstream housing.

Previously, SDA funded participants had the option to live alone in a single bedroom dwelling, or live in a shared home with other SDA funded participants. This meant they couldn’t live with their non-NDIS family or loved ones, contradicting the NDIS mission of promoting choice and control.

Fortunately, this situation has recently been rectified through legislative change, with the inclusion of new “APPENDIX H” funding in the 2023-24 NDIS SDA Pricing Arrangements. Eligible SDA participants now have the opportunity to live with their non-NDIS family members or loved ones in their selected property. This change has been met with widespread relief and excitement from those seeking SDA housing, the broader disability community, and disability advocates.

While this change may not impact all SDA participants directly, its significance lies in the newfound ability for individuals with disabilities to exercise the same rights as all other Australians – the right to choose their living arrangements. This means people with extreme functional impairment no longer face the difficult decision between moving into an SDA home for greater independence, or being separated from their family.

The DHC have a number of new homes in our pipeline which are suitable for participants with Appendix H funding. To discuss what’s available, contact Ashleigh to discuss your housing needs.
Ashleigh Smith – NDIS Accommodation Manager – M: 0409 528 739

You can search for SDA availability in our Accommodation Listings.