Your home should always be welcoming, comfortable and just right for you, not only in how it looks and feels, but in how it supports your daily life.
That’s why our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and Supported Independent Living (SIL) work together to ensure your home is designed around your needs, with personalised support to live confidently within it.
It’s not just finding the right SDA; it’s how you live in it that makes it truly feel like home. With SIL, you get daily support to live as independently as possible with things like personal care, cooking, building skills, and getting involved in your community.
Finding the right home isn’t just about what’s available, it’s about getting the best setup for you. That’s why we work closely with SDA developers and housing providers to connect you with options that meet your needs and lifestyle.
This includes:
We take the time to explore options with you, explain what’s possible, and advocate for outcomes that feel right, both now and into the future.
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Choosing a home is a big decision, and something you have a say in. Here are a few things Melba helps you consider while exploring your options:
Does the home suit your needs?
Think about accessibility, layout, and whether the space feels comfortable for you day to day.
Does it feel like a good fit?
This includes the setting, the people you’ll be living with, and the overall feel of the home.
Is the support tailored to you?
Your support should reflect your routine, preferences and what matters most to you, not a one size fits all approach.
Can it grow with you?
As your needs or lifestyle change, your home and support should be able to adapt with you.
At Melba, we guide you through each of these considerations at your pace, so you can make confident and informed decisions.
When you’re trying to get the right support, there’s a bit to navigate, and we know this can be overwhelming at times. That’s why our supportive, stepped approach make things simple and manageable.
Here’s what it typically looks like:
1. Getting to know you
We start by getting to know you and understanding what you want your home and support to look like. This comes down to your routine, preferences, goals, and what’s important to you.
2. Exploring your options
Based on your funding and needs, we work with you to explore suitable SDA options and talk through what each option might look like in real life.
3. Finding the right match
If you’re considering shared living, we take care to match you with housemates who are a good fit, considering routines, personalities and shared preferences.
4. Planning your support
We work with you to design your SIL supports so they feel personalised, flexible and aligned to your daily life.
5. Moving in and settling in
We support you through the transition, making sure you feel comfortable, supported and confident in your new home.
6. Ongoing support and adjustments
As things change, we stay connected, adjusting your supports if needed so they continue to work for you.
SDA and SIL are closely connected, and it’s how they’re brought together that really shapes your experience. At Melba, our focus is simple:
Because when your environment and your support work hand in hand, it creates something more than just a place to live. It creates a home where you feel happy, comfortable and able to live life your way.
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Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and Supported Independent Living (SIL) are different types of NDIS supports that often work together. SDA funds the physical home itself, while SIL funds the daily support you receive inside the home.
While many people receive both SDA and SIL together, they are funded separately and don’t always have to go hand in hand. For example, you might receive SIL supports in a private rental or family home, or live in SDA housing while using a different support model that’s better suited to your situation (like Individualised Support Options).
Yes, your SDA and SIL provider can be the same provider. However, because the NDIS places a strong focus on choice and control, housing and support services must be kept separate to ensure there’s no conflict of interest.
This means you should have separate service agreements for your home and your daily supports, and you have the right to change SIL provider without automatically affecting your living arrangement.
Some people choose separate providers because it can offer more flexibility when making decisions about who supports them and where they live.
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is designed to be a long term living option for people with high support needs. While it’s generally considered a permanent support in your plan, you still have the flexibility to explore different living arrangements if your needs or preferences change over time.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) covers the support you receive at home, like help with daily routines, personal care, cooking, and building independence. It’s about building your capacity and supporting you to live your daily life in a way that works for you.
Yes, in some cases you can live with family in Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), depending on your individual situation and the home setup. This is something that’s carefully planned with your provider and the NDIS, to make sure it’s the right fit for everyone and supports your needs in the best way possible.
