For Participants
You want SDA housing that works for your life. We’ll help you understand eligibility, find the right category, and help you transition in your new home
What we do
ANEW is a boutique SDA housing provider in South Australia.We focus on a small number of homes so we can offer more attention to each person.
We provide the housing only.
You keep choice and control over your supports.
- SDA homes for NDIS participants with SDA funding
- Direct contact with the ANEW team
- No call centre or large corporate structure
What is SDA housing
SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) is the housing part of your NDIS plan. It’s for participants with high support needs where standard housing can’t meet your access or safety requirements.
SDA funds the home, not your daily supports. Your support workers, therapy and core supports are separate parts of your plan.
Your SDA category (like High Physical Support or Improved Liveability) determines which homes suit your needs.
We will work with you to find appropriate supports or where possible keep the supports you already trust. Collaborating with your existing team.
Are you likely to be eligible?
SDA housing is designed for NDIS participants where standard housing creates significant barriers to daily living.
You may be eligible if:
- Your current home makes daily tasks unsafe or exhausting
- You need accessibility features like ceiling hoists, wide corridors or wheelchair access
- You need sensory design features for intellectual or cognitive support needs
- You need a reinforced home environment for your safety
- Standard housing modifications aren’t enough to meet your needs
- You require a very high level of care.
How eligibility works:
The NDIA decides SDA eligibility, not providers. When SDA is approved, it appears in your NDIS plan with your specific category (HPS, FA, IL or Robust).
Your plan shows your SDA category clearly.
What If SDA isn't in your plan yet?
Contact us early. We can help you understand what SDA is and what different categories look like in real homes.
Your Occupational Therapist or Support Coordinator can help you explore eligibility with the NDIA. They guide the evidence gathering and application conversations.
The NDIA makes the final decision about eligibility and category.
We do not write evidence or submit applications. What we do is explain the pathway in plain English and help you understand if our homes might suit your needs.
How we support you
Get in touch
You enquire about a home, and we start a conversation about your needs, goals, and current funding status. We want to understand what matters to you and how we can help.
Matching
We check that your SDA category matches the home. If the home is shared living, we check compatibility with current housemates. We also talk about the supports you want to bring with you, so we're clear on your setup.
Inspection and decision
We organise home inspections so you can see the property in person. We answer your questions in plain English and help you decide if the home is the right fit.
Transition and settling in
We help you plan the timing and coordinate a smooth move. Whether you're transitioning from a family home, hospital, or another SDA property, we guide the process respectfully. You move in with your chosen supports already in place.
Your SDA Housing category
Understanding your SDA category helps you find the right home. Your NDIS plan will state your category, which determines the type of accessible design you’re funded for
HPS (High Physical Support)
Homes designed with extensive physical access features, eg provisions for ceiling hoists, wide corridors, and fully accessible bathrooms for participants with high physical support needs.
FA (Fully Accessible)
Homes built for full time wheelchair users with step free access, wide doorways, accessible kitchens, and bathrooms designed for mobility aids.
IL (Improved Liveability)
Homes designed for participants with sensory, intellectual, or cognitive needs, featuring better acoustics, lighting, and layouts that reduce overwhelm.
Robust SDA Housing
Homes with reinforced walls, secure fixtures, and durable materials designed for participants who need structurally strengthened environments.
Appendix H
Live with your informal supports - your family, a partner, or friends who don't have SDA funding. Share your home with the people who matter to you where home layout allows.
Frequently asked questions
How much does SDA housing cost?
SDA funding in your NDIS plan pays for the accommodation itself. The amount depends on your SDA category and the dwelling type.
You will have a maximum reasonable rent contribution (RRC) which comes from your income or Disability Support Pensions (DSP) and rent assistance. Your plan manager or Support Coordinator can explain your specific costs and what you’ll need to contribute
Who pays for electricity, internet and groceries?
You pay for your daily living costs like electricity, internet, phone, food and personal items. These come from your own income or DSP.
The SDA funding pays for the building and its accessibility features only.
How long is the service agreement?
Service agreements are typically 1 to 5 years based on your preference. We’re flexible because we know some participants want long term security and others prefer shorter commitments while they settle.
Can I personalise my bedroom or living space?
Yes, within reasonable limits.
You can paint your bedroom, hang pictures, arrange furniture how you like. For anything structural (like installing shelving), we need to discuss it first. There are TV antennas is each bedroom.
What if something breaks or needs fixing?
Contact us directly. You may be liable if you have accidentally damaged something. We arrange maintenance and repairs. For emergencies (like plumbing or electrical issues), we have after hours contact details.
Normal wear and tear is covered. We respond quickly because we know maintenance issues affect daily life.
Can my support workers access the home 24/7?
Yes, if that’s your support arrangement. You control when your supports come and go. We don’t restrict support worker access. Unless you are living under Appendix H with no other participants, there may be a log book for supports and visitors coming and going.
What if I want to change support providers after moving in?
If there are no other participants in the property then that’s your choice. You just need to let us know so we can update our records and ensure new support workers have the information they need about the home.
If there are concerns about particular supports we are here as a third party to help you navigate what you need.
What if I want to move to a different SDA home?
You can choose to move. Your Support Coordinator helps coordinate the transition. Give us notice as per your service agreement and the NDIS guidelines . Typically, depending on the property, you may give 2 weeks notice but will still pay for 60-90 days after notice is given. Where possible we recommend giving as much notice as you can.
We don’t hold people in homes that aren’t working. If it’s not the right fit, we’d rather help you find something better.
How long does matching typically take?
It varies. If there’s a clear match with an available home, it can happen within 2 to 4 weeks. If we need to check compatibility carefully or if you want multiple inspections, it takes longer.
We move at the pace that works for you, not based on our urgency to fill a vacancy.
Can I visit the home multiple times before deciding?
Yes. Visit as many times as you need to feel confident. Bring different people with you if that helps (Support Coordinator, family, support worker).
For families supporting a loved one
Will my loved one be safe?
Safety comes from good matching, proper accessibility design, and support coordination. We match carefully and work with your loved one’s support team.
The home’s design meets SDA standards for the category. But ultimately, safety comes from having the right supports in place. As a third party ANEW is a safe place for support and reporting when necessary.
How will we know if something's wrong?
That depends on your loved one’s communication and what they’re comfortable with. Many participants include family as emergency contacts.
Support Coordinators often keep families informed. Talk to your loved one about what level of involvement they want you to have.
What if the arrangement doesn't work out?
We address concerns early and involve Support Coordinators and nominees.
Most issues can be resolved. If it’s genuinely not the right fit, we work with your loved one and their team to find a solution. We don’t trap people in arrangements that aren’t working.
Contact ANEW Australia Today
We’re happy to talk through your situation, answer questions about our properties, or explain how our matching process works.