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If you’re looking to diversify your investment portfolio and make a meaningful impact, consider exploring the world of specialist disability accommodation under the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme). 

Unlike traditional rental investment properties, SDA presents unique opportunities with significant differences in its target market, purpose, property features, funding source, tenancy agreements, and potential returns. 

SDA properties are designed to create inclusive and accessible living spaces, empowering individuals with disabilities to lead more independent and fulfilling lives. By investing in SDA, you can not only achieve attractive financial returns but also contribute to enhancing the quality of life for those in need of specialized support.

It offers investment opportunities in properties specifically designed to cater to individuals with disabilities, providing secure and inclusive living spaces with the potential for attractive financial returns.

Types of SDA:

High Physical Support (HPS)
A high physical support home incorporates all the features outlined in the Fully Accessible Design category, with additional elements to cater to specific needs. These additions encompass structural accommodations for ceiling hoists, ensuring smooth mobility, and clear opening width doors to all rooms, facilitating easy movement. The home is further equipped with advanced assistive technology, utilizing voice control for tasks like room temperature adjustment, TV operation, and door activation. Moreover, emergency power solutions are implemented, guaranteeing a minimum two-hour power backup to address any power outages promptly. This comprehensive design fosters a safe, accessible, and technologically enabled environment for individuals requiring high levels of physical support.
Fully Accessible (FA)
A fully accessible home is designed to provide comprehensive physical support for individuals with significant functional impairments. This includes wheelchair-friendly passages throughout the entire dwelling, ensuring accessibility from both seated and standing positions to essential areas like kitchen and laundry benchtops, as well as appliances. The home's layout and features are meticulously crafted to accommodate and empower individuals with mobility challenges, promoting greater independence and inclusivity.
Improved Liveability (IL)
Improved liveability refers to the enhanced living conditions provided by specialized dwellings designed for individuals with intellectual, cognitive, and sensory impairments. These accommodations are tailored to meet specific needs, such as aiding individuals with visual impairments in navigating the space effortlessly. Many residences incorporate features like luminance contrasts and tactile elements on walls or doors to create a more accessible and comfortable living environment.
Robust Homes
A robust home refers to highly resilient housing designed to ensure the safety of individuals with behaviours that might pose risks to themselves or their caregivers. These homes are built to minimize reactive maintenance and create secure environments. They adhere to stringent building standards, featuring secure windows, doors, and external areas, as well as high-impact wall lining, and  soundproofing. These measures provide areas of sanctuary for both residents and staff, promoting a secure and supportive living environment.
Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA)
Medium-term accommodation offers a temporary housing option for individuals awaiting a long-term housing solution or confirmed disability-related supports. This type of accommodation provides a place to live for up to 90 days, bridging the gap until a permanent housing arrangement is secured.
Homes with Overnight Onsite Assistance
Overnight Onsite Assistance  is a support service offered under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to individuals with significant disability-related needs. OOA provides overnight support staff who stay on-site to assist participants during the night hours, ensuring their safety, well-being, and addressing any support requirements that may arise. The key functions of Overnight Onsite Assistance may include: 1. Personal Care: Assisting with personal hygiene, toileting, and other daily living activities. 2. Medical Support: Administering medication or responding to any medical emergencies. 3. Mobility Assistance: Helping with transfers, positioning, and mobility aid usage. 4. Behavioral Support: Addressing any challenging behaviors and providing positive support strategies. 5. Safety Monitoring: Ensuring a safe environment and responding promptly to emergencies. Overall, Overnight Onsite Assistance plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive support, fostering independence, and contributing to the overall health and safety of individuals with disabilities under the NDIS.
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How is a SDA property different to a traditional rental property?

  1. Specifically designed to cater to individuals with significant disabilities, offering tailored support and accessibility features. 
  2. Primarily focused on providing safe and accessible living spaces for people with disabilities, with a strong emphasis on meeting their unique support needs.
  3.  Designed with disability-specific features such as wheelchair accessibility, assistive technology, and support infrastructure. 
  4. Funded through NDIS participants’ plans, with the NDIS covering the cost of the specialized features and support services. These rental funds come from 2 different sources, which are generally the tenant and then lodgements via the NDIS portal by the property manager. 
  5. Tenancy agreements in SDA are often specialized, involving specific arrangements between participants, support providers, and the property owner. 
  6. SDA properties can provide higher rental yields due to the demand for disability-specific accommodation and the NDIS funding model.
  7.  Support services may be included in the SDA model, providing participants with the necessary assistance to live independently.

Experience Bespoke Property Management

  • 100% SDA Focused
  • Independent and Aligned
  • We sit on the National NDIS board
  • Personalised Services
  • Organised Recording keeping
  • Knowledge and Networks with in the industry
  • Direct Communication
  • Specialised Expert team
  • REIWA Member

Our bespoke property team brings a wealth of experience to every aspect of SDA property management, ensuring your investment is in the best hands possible. 

Our property team:

  • Demonstrates a fair and balanced approach, acting as a skilled mediator between landlords and tenants, fostering a mutually beneficial rapport.
  • Swiftly investigates and resolves tenant concerns, offering timely solutions to maintain harmonious landlord-tenant relationships.
  • Seamlessly handles breach notices, termination letters, and all essential legal documentation, relieving you of administrative burdens.
  • Masterfully negotiates lease terms and tenancy agreements, optimizing your rental returns while safeguarding your interests.
  • Shields you from the risks of scams, troublesome tenants, and potential legal disputes, keeping your investment secure.
  • Orchestrates property repairs and maintenance tasks with finesse, ensuring your property is always in top-notch condition.
  • Ensures your property’s upkeep, security, and compliance through regular assessments and comprehensive reviews.

Contact us today to discover further details about our comprehensive SDA Property Management Services.

Hayley Tavanyar
Senior Property Manager

  • 0452 642 060
  • 08 9384 5221
  • tc@abilityhousing.com.au
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