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Getting SDA funding in your NDIS plan requires a Home and Living request to the NDIA. This process can feel complex, but with the right preparation and support, it's absolutely manageable. Here's our step-by-step guide to help you through it. What is a Home and Living Request? A Home and Living request is the formal process by which NDIS participants ask the NDIA to include SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) funding in their plan. It replaces the previous 'SDA applicat

If you're applying for Specialist Disability Accommodation funding through the NDIS, one of the most important professionals on your team is your occupational therapist (OT). Their assessment and recommendations carry significant weight in the NDIA's decision-making process. Why OTs Are Essential to SDA Applications Occupational therapists are uniquely qualified to assess how a person's disability affects their ability to perform daily activities and how their physical envir

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has published significant updates to the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits for the 2025–26 financial year. These changes have implications for both SDA participants and registered providers across Australia. What's Changed in the 2025-26 SDA Pricing The most notable update is the increase to SDA price limits across several design categories. The NDIA has recognised the rising constru