Specialist Disability Accommodation: Who Does What?
29.08.23
Navigating the landscape of Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) involves a variety of different organisations and people, each with distinct roles and responsibilities. Let's dive deeper into the questions that might be on your mind about the roles and responsibilities in our SDA homes:
Who owns the Specialist Disability Accommodation / homes?
In addition to project managing client-owned SDA developments, Pulse takes pride in owning many homes for people with disabilities across Perth, as a registered NDIS SDA Provider
Who are SDA’s for?
Pulse SDA’s are available to rent to SDA-eligible NDIS participants who meet the eligibility criteria and submit an application to the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). Take a look at our recent article, Unlocking the Path to Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA): FAQ’s for further insights.
How much does it cost to live in a Pulse SDA?
The funding for SDA is allocated through an NDIS participant's plan, exclusively for housing purposes. The amounts are standardised Specialist Disability Accommodation and Reasonable Rent Contribution rates set by NDIS.
How does rent get paid?
We take care of claiming the SDA payment directly from the NDIS, so you don't need to pay direct. Before moving in, participants are responsible for the Bond contribution. After that, the monthly Reasonable Rent Contribution is paid by the participant to Pulse via electronic funds transfer. If you have rent-related queries, reach out to us at sda@pulsepropertysolutions.com.au.
What other costs are there to consider?
In a shared-living home the participant will be required to make household contributions for food, electricity, gas, water usage, telephone, shared household items, and consumables which the service/care provider typically assists with. In a single-resident home household costs are the participant’s responsibility. Pulse are responsible for water rates, council rates, strata fees (if applicable), property and garden maintenance, as well as building insurance.
Is furniture included?
In a single -resident home, the occupant is free to furnish their home to their own preferences. For our shared-living homes, we choose to include modern furniture to all living areas, high-quality white goods and appliances as well as beautiful wall art to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Considering these elements minimises ownership-related issues and promotes maximum comfort for tenants and their care providers. All bedroom furniture, bedding and assistive technology along with personal belonging insurance is the responsibility of each resident. To dig a bit deeper take a look at this article: What sets our Disability homes apart from the rest?
Are pets allowed?
Pets can be considered based on the agreement of other tenants and the care provider.
To see all of our current and future SDA availabilities visit our SDA Lifestyle Projects page.