NDIS Independent Living Options - Types of Home & Living

Types of Home & Living Supports that NDIS can Fund!

May 17, 2025

|By Careassure

|6 min read

NDIS Independent Living Options
Finding a suitable short-term accommodation provider!

Before the participants are approved for NDIS support, they go through a planning phase with their NDIS planner. Discussing their home and living goals to help them live as independently as possible. The right NDIS-approved home can influence the quality of living for the participants. Also, NDIS Independent Living Options are highly dependent on the following factors.

How close the participant would like to live to their friends or family?
Are there any accessible transport or work options nearby?
The type of community they would like to live in?
Where can their children go to school?
Access to activities, public spaces and services

NDIS Independent Living Options

NDIS main aim is to promote independent living with increased social and community participation. After all, home and living options should be equal and accessible to all.

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There is a range of home and living support services by NDIS-approved providers:

Supported Independent Living
Specialist Disability Accommodation
Individualised Living Options
Short Term Accommodation
Medium Term Accommodation
Long Term Accommodation (that does not exceed more than 90 days)

Are you looking to explore NDIS Housing or living arrangement options? Our Care Assure specialists team has broken down the support options to help you understand better and choose the right option for yourself.

1. Supported Independent Living (SIL)

Supported Independent Living, commonly known as SIL, is a home and living support option designed for NDIS participants to maximise their independence with assistance. This includes engaging in activities and programs that help participants achieve their life and career goals. SIL accommodation often involves sharing housing with other participants while receiving support in activities such as:

Cooking
Shopping
Money management
Exploring hobbies and interests
Participating in outdoor activities

2. Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)

SDA is a home and living option for NDIS participants with high or extreme functional impairment needs. Usually, SDA involves sharing a home with a small number of individuals also on an NDIS plan. SDA funding covers the cost of an individual’s building, home, or unit, though participants may still be responsible for rent or other personal costs.

3. Individualised Living Option (ILO)

ILO is a flexible home and living option for participants who want to live alone or in co-residency arrangements. It allows participants to:

Live with family, friends, or hosts
Design a personalised support package tailored to their preferred lifestyle

4. NDIS Short-Term Accommodation (STA)

STA provides temporary support for NDIS participants who need to live away from home for a short period, or while waiting to move into a new home. Stays can be individual or shared with other participants. Supports included in STA may cover:

Accommodation
Personal care
Food
Activities agreed upon with your NDIS provider

5. Medium Term Accommodation (MTA)

MTA is for participants who cannot move into permanent housing due to modifications or other reasons. It is usually funded for up to 90 days, but does not cover daily living costs such as food, electricity, or internet. Personal care and other supports may be funded separately. Note: MTA is not emergency housing or short-term accommodation. Other supports may provide general housing assistance. NDIS may extend funding beyond 90 days if needed with evidence.

6. Long-Term Accommodation

Long-term accommodation typically involves stays of a year or more. Providers offering long-term housing are experienced in accessibility standards and addressing the diverse needs of people with disabilities. If long-term housing is not immediately available, medium-term options can be used temporarily. Care Assure is committed to delivering the highest quality care and support. With a strong focus on personalised care and attention to detail, we are one of Australia’s fastest-growing short-term and long-term housing providers. Our skilled and dedicated team ensures participants receive the best possible assistance.

Finding a suitable short-term accommodation provider!

Finding a suitable NDIS short term accommodation can be a challenge, you need to look for an NDIS service provider who would actually serve you in the best possible manner. Moreover, have everything planned for the participant or allow them to customize their own respite program. Finding a suitable respite provider in Adelaide or anywhere in Australia can be hard. And hence why our experts recommend always requesting an itinerary with potential providers. Moreover, also look for organizations that truly care about the participant’s needs and goals. In the end, it is about the client and what they like or don’t like.

At Care Assure, we help you customize your respite options as per your interests and hobbies. For more information on our respite programs, please contact us at 08 7071 9276 or visit STA Respite Adelaide.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

: Yes, absolutely, you can! There is a difference in short-term respite accommodation, which is usually funded for short-term housing and includes support. However, if a participant is only eligible for short-term holiday accommodation, they are only funded for the housing.