Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SDA cost?
How do I apply for NDIS SDA?
How do I know what accommodation will suit me?
What vacancies do you have in Newcastle?
NDIS SDA in Newcastle
Specialist Disability Accommodation is NDIS housing for people who are living with extreme functional impairment, or who have very high support needs. SDA Accommodation in Newcastle is designed with special features, independent living equipment and different kinds of technologies, so it’s easy to access the supports you need for everyday living.
Home Caring has a wide range of SDA NDIS in Newcastle, where you can live with other participants, or on your own. Our exceptional homes cover the following housing design categories:
- Improved Liveability – features include safe and continuous accessways for people with physical impairments, physical access provision, accessible bathrooms and kitchens, special lighting and sensory features, and improved wayfinding.
- Robust – these are resilient homes with robust construction that reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others (for example, secure doors and windows) and enough space to support people with complex behaviours.
- Fully Accessible – these are homes with a high level of physical access for people who have physical challenges (e.g., if you use a powered wheelchair at home). These homes have features that make daily tasks easier, such as eating, showering and cooking. They also have assistive technology to aid independence.
- High Physical Support – these homes come with special features that enable people with very high needs to access the support they need, such as a ceiling hoist in the bedroom, backup power supply in case of a power outage, wide doors to all room, communication technology, and home automation.
As specialist disability accommodation providers in Newcastle, we provide quality homes that have all the support you need to live independently in the community – no matter your need or stage of life. Our homes aren’t just supportive; they’re also designed to feel like home, so you can enjoy life in a space you feel comfortable with. For more information about current vacancies, please get in touch with our team of experts.
NDIS Supported Independent Living in Newcastle
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a type of support that helps you live independently in the community. This can include services like having a disability support worker come over to help you with personal care tasks, learning how to cook delicious and nutritious meals, help with household chores like laundry and cleaning, transport to different appointments, or activities that build your capacity and skills.
Supported Independent Living isn’t about just doing things for you, but getting alongside you, and giving you the support you need to do as much as you can for yourself. This helps build your capacity, boosts your confidence and wellbeing, and improves your sense of independence. That’s why our NDIS SIL in Newcastle is all about empowering you to achieve your goals.
SIL includes:
- Personalised support from a qualified disability support worker to help you with daily tasks
- Learning new skills that help you live more independently
- Living with other housemates and being part of making decisions as a household
- Transport to activities and appointments
- Fun activities that build your skills and improve your confidence and wellbeing
- 24/7 support to keep you safe and well
- Opportunities for social activities that connect you with your local community
- Support with education and working at your job
- Personal care to help you stay safe, well and healthy
Looking for SIL NDIS in Newcastle? We’re happy to help. We provide supports in your own home, at a time that is convenient to you. Our team is experienced professionals with a heart for helping others. As a local provider, we’re passionate about helping people in the community live independently and enjoy quality of life.
Short Term Accommodation NDIS in Newcastle
Looking for NDIS Short Term Accommodation providers in Newcastle? We’re happy to assist. Home Caring provides exceptional accommodation for up to 14 days at a time, funded through your NDIS plan. Our homes suit different life stages and personalities, with an option to live with housemates. It’s a great chance to learn some skills, try a new activity, or enjoy a change in scenery from your usual home, while giving your usual carer a break from their responsibilities.
Medium Term Accommodation in Newcastle
Home Caring provides Medium Term Accommodation for people in Newcastle. If your accommodation isn’t ready yet for you to move in, this option is available for up to 90 days, so you can stay somewhere safe and comfortable before moving into your long-term home. Our range of quality housing offers plenty of great options. Enjoy an accessible and appealing ‘home away from home’, while receiving all the supports that are included in your NDIS plan.
NDIS High Intensity Support in Newcastle
Sometimes you need a home that can support complex disabilities, so you can live safely in the community. This is where we can help. Home Caring provides High Intensity NDIS support in Newcastle. Our accommodation is for people with complex needs, so they can access the supports they need to stay safe and well.
This could include:
- Complex bowel care and stoma care
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastronomy (PEG) feeding
- Tracheostomy care and ventilation
- Daily catheter maintenance
- Administering medication via injections
- Diabetes management
- Seizure monitoring
- Wound care and pressure care
- Mealtime management for complex care needs
- Support to manage challenging behaviour
- Assistance with personal care tasks such as showering
- Social activities and community engagement
To find out more about our accommodation complex care in Newcastle, please get in touch with our friendly team. We meet complex support needs in Newcastle suburbs, and are here to answer any questions you may have.
Group Homes in Newcastle
Looking for a friendly group home in Newcastle? We’re happy to help. A group home is shared living accommodation with other housemates, who are generally also NDIS participants. It’s a great way of living in the community with support, as you can be part of a friendly household that will make a positive impact on your life and enjoy the company of others, while still having space for yourself and privacy.
In a group home, NDIS participants can receive SIL supports that are individually tailored, but also in a group setting. This may include fun activities, being part of a household routine, and shared household chores – all with plenty of support to help you gain valuable skills for life.
Home Caring’s group homes are inclusive communities in modern and inviting spaces, with plenty of room for relaxing and having friends over. We take care to match housemates to people in a similar stage of life, so you’ll be in a harmonious household. You’ll also have a chance to meet your housemates and get to know them before deciding whether or not you’d like to move in.
For more information about our disability homes in Newcastle, please get in touch. We’re here to answer any questions you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SDA cost?
If you apply for SDA housing in Newcastle and are deemed eligible, it will be included as a support in your National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plan. This means that the cost of your SDA housing is covered by funds from your plan.
The NDIA sets a price limit for supports like Specialist Disability Accommodation, which is the maximum amount a registered provider can charge you. Providers then decide the price they will charge, based on the cost of delivering accessible housing to you. You can negotiate the price with your provider, though keep in mind that the cost covers only the specialised disability housing, not the services or supports you receive while living there.
How do I apply for NDIS SDA?
One of the first steps in applying for Specialist Disability Accommodation in Newcastle is talking to your support coordinator. They can help you with the application process, and work out the best way to show the NDIA that you are eligible for this type of support. This will involve getting a Housing Assessment Report done, which is a comprehensive assessment that works out whether you’re eligible, and what type of disability accommodation would suit your needs. Keep in mind that to be eligible for NDIS SDA in Newcastle, you must have extreme functional impairment or/and very high support needs.
Home Caring is a NDIS registered SDA provider in Newcastle. Our homes are of the highest standard, so people can live with full support in the community. For more information, please get in touch and chat to one of our friendly team members.
How do I know what accommodation will suit me?
How do I know what accommodation will suit me?
Before you move into specialist disability housing, take some time to do a bit of research so you can choose the best possible home for you needs. First and foremost, take a tour of the house and see if you can see yourself living there. There’s no point moving into a place which isn’t suited to your taste or lifestyle.
As you explore your options, here are some questions to ask a Specialist Disability Accommodation provider:
- Are you registered with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission?
- How can I be sure that the home is of a high standard?
- Does the home have all the supports I need (or will I be able to access them)?
- Can I see myself living independently here?
- Is the home located close to things I need? e.g. shops, public transport, parks for exercise
- Will I have an opportunity to meet my future housemates, and see if we get along?
- What happens if I have an issue in my home? What is your process for dealing with complaints?
- Is it close to employment opportunities?
- Are there opportunities for me to take part in activities I enjoy?
- Is the home located close to my existing support network
- Is the home a safe space for me to live in? (e.g. does it have safe parking, secure building, communications technology)
- Does the home have conveniences such as WiFi, air conditioning and good appliances?
What vacancies do you have in Newcastle?
Home Caring has a wide range of NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation in Newcastle covering different needs and life stages, with options to live with other housemates or on your own. We are also SIL providers in Newcastle, and we can provide you with the supports you need to live independently.
To be the first to hear about a specialist disability accommodation vacancy or SIL services, please get in touch with our friendly team. We’re more than happy to help.
