{"id":3724,"date":"2025-05-27T08:44:16","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T22:44:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.melbasupport.com.au\/?p=3724"},"modified":"2025-06-20T12:31:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T02:31:51","slug":"how-sil-sand-sda-work-together","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.melbasupport.com.au\/how-sil-sand-sda-work-together\/","title":{"rendered":"How SIL and SDA work together"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"block--custom-layout block_634962003094b88e5f569674d6bc7f40 custom-wysiwyg blog-wysiwyg\" >\r\n        \r\n        <h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How SIL and SDA work together<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When it comes to housing funded by the NDIS, you might hear a lot about SIL and SDA. They\u2019re different, but they work really well together to help you live more independently in a place that feels right for you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SIL stands for Supported Independent Living.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SDA stands for Specialist Disability Accommodation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Think of it like this:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SDA<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is your <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">home<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2013 specially built or modified so it&#8217;s safe and accessible.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SIL<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is the <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">support<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> you get while living there \u2013 to help with everyday tasks and make life easier.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Melba, we offer SIL in lots of different housing setups from individual apartments to shared living. You might already have your own home, or you might be looking for a home built to SDA standards that fits your needs. We work closely with SDA providers and currently have some great homes with spaces available \u2013 so if you&#8217;re on the hunt, we\u2019d love to help.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to get SIL and SDA<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We know navigating the NDIS can feel a bit overwhelming. But you\u2019re not on your own \u2013 we\u2019re here to walk with you through each step. Here\u2019s a simple rundown of how it works:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Find out what you&#8217;re eligible for<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">It starts with your NDIS planning meeting. This is where your needs and goals are looked at to see if SIL, SDA \u2013 or both \u2013 are right for you.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose the right housing and supports<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Once you know what you\u2019re eligible for, it\u2019s time to look at your options. We can help you find the right home and provide support that is matched to what you need.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Set up a service agreement<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is a document that outlines what support you\u2019ll receive, how often, and how it helps with your goals. It makes sure everyone\u2019s clear on what\u2019s happening.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep checking in<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Life changes \u2013 and your support might need to as well. That\u2019s why there are regular reviews to make sure everything still works for you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019re here to help<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finding the right housing and support can be a big decision, but you don\u2019t have to do it alone. At Melba, we\u2019ll work with you to make sense of it all and find a setup that works for <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Whether you\u2019re ready to take the next step or just want a chat to learn more, we\u2019re here.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For SIL enquiries: <\/span><a href=\"mailto:silvacancies@melbasupport.com.au\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">silvacancies@melbasupport.com.au<\/span><\/b><\/a>, <span data-contrast=\"auto\">call <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">03 8763 4360<\/span><\/b> or go to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.melbasupport.com.au\/our-services\/home-living\/supported-independent-living\/\">Supported Independent Living<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For SDA enquiries: call <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1300 696 352<\/span><\/b> or go to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.melbasupport.com.au\/our-services\/home-living\/specialist-disability-accommodation\/\">Specialist Disability Accommodation<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let\u2019s find your fit \u2013 together.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Related articles<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.melbasupport.com.au\/whats-the-difference-between-supported-independent-living-and-specialist-disability-accommodation\/\">SIL v SDA\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to housing funded by the NDIS, you might hear a lot about SIL and SDA. 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