Support
The SDA Price Guide and other documents will influence the delivery of support such as onsite overnight assistance (OOA); the maximum number of residents in SDA housing types - refer to current NDIS SDA Price Guide.
1 | In heavily supported areas, consider furniture selection and location to manage health and safety, to maximise access, and to assist effective support routines and delivery. |
2 | Options to call for support via assistive technologies, or to manage independence without line of sight at all times, may be required (refer Assistive Technology notes also) |
3 | Locating the heavily supported rooms (e.g. bedroom, bathroom and/or laundry) near an entrance allows discreet entry and exit of support staff, maximising privacy in the home and for co-residents. |
4 | Housing design should consider options for privacy, including dedicated unsupported spaces. |
5 | A dedicated bathroom or accessible robe may also offer storage and charging of equipment related to support (e.g. portable hoist; mobile shower commode). |
6 | Consider undercover access from car parking to dwelling when a tenant has support needs relating to vehicle transfers and/or transport. |
7 | Houses may be provided with or without onsite overnight assistance space (OOA).. OOA is defined as an additional room inside or adjoining the dwelling (see SDA price guide). |
8 | The person in receipt of support should be assisted, wherever possible, to participate in the recruitment and training of support staff. |
9 | Developing options, routines and skills for supported or independent daily living tasks and leisure activities can assist autonomy. |
10 | A separate pantry room/space can allow graded access to food if required. |
11 | Reliance on human supports may be reduced by the consistent use of external cognitive aids (e.g. checklists, orientation material, prompts). |
12 | The kitchen may become an area of heavy use and support in a house – consider designing for access by a range of users and support persons. |
13 | Provision of a second powder room or ambulant bathroom may allow visitors or co-tenants to use one bathroom at the same time as personal care support is delivered. |
14 | Cleaning and laundry needs of the person requiring support may be addressed by the person and/or their support workers independently, or in conjunction with other household members. Planning of the timing and support required will be necessary. |
15 | Living in a house with others requires support delivery in some locations in the home, whilst also maximising privacy for all residents. |
