Beyond the Application: What Securing SDA Really Looks Like

Nikki Civitarese
May 27
2 min read

When people hear “SDA housing,” they often picture the paperwork, the funding approvals, and the formal eligibility process. And while those things matter, the real magic happens after the paperwork is done.

At Home and Living Pathways, we don’t just match participants to properties — we walk beside them as they navigate what comes next.

Here’s what securing Specialist Disability Accommodation really looks like — beyond the checklist.

1. Understanding That This Is More Than Just a House

For many participants, SDA isn’t just about bricks and mortar. It’s about finding a space that supports independence, safety, and dignity. A place that reflects who they are and how they want to live. That’s why we start every journey with one simple question:

“What does ‘home’ mean to you?”

2. Support That Doesn’t Disappear After Approval

SDA approval is a major milestone — but it’s not the finish line. We help participants:

Review and inspect available properties
Understand tenancy options
Connect with trusted providers
Navigate housing paperwork
Identify the right supports to live well in the home

If the right property doesn’t exist yet, we go further — accessing our panel of SDA providers and investors to find build opportunities tailored to the participant’s needs.

3. A Pathway Built on Partnership

Our approach is collaborative. We work alongside support coordinators, OTs, and families to create a clear plan that supports long-term success — not just short-term placement.

We believe in matching participants to homes they’ll thrive in, not just fit into.

4. Clarity in a Complex System

The NDIS housing space can feel overwhelming. Our job is to simplify the process, cut through the confusion, and give participants and their teams the clarity they need to move forward with confidence.

Because no one should have to figure this out alone.

The journey to SDA shouldn’t be a maze of red tape and uncertainty. It should be a guided path to something better — a future that feels possible.

If you're supporting someone with SDA funding or exploring the Home and Living options under NDIS, Home and Living Pathways is here to walk that journey with you.

Let’s build something better — together.