NDIS & Disability Housing Resources
Practical guides on smart home technology, SDA, occupational therapy, and navigating the NDIS — written for participants and their families.
What Happens After SDA Approval? A Step-by-Step Move-In Guide for Perth Participants
You have been approved for SDA funding in your NDIS plan. Now what? This guide walks you through every step from SDA approval to moving into your new home in Perth, including tenancy agreements, home modifications and smart home setup.
A Day in the Life: Living in a Smart SDA Home in Perth
What is it actually like to live in a smart Specialist Disability Accommodation home? Follow a typical day in a purpose-built NDIS SDA property in Perth with voice control, automated security and accessible design.
Smart Home Technology for Seniors: Staying Safe and Independent at Home in Perth
Discover how smart home technology helps seniors in Perth live safely and independently at home. Covers video doorbells, voice-controlled lighting, automated locks and the WA Seniors Card $400 rebate.
NDIS 2026 Overhaul: What Every Participant and Provider Needs to Know
The federal government has announced sweeping NDIS changes that will affect 160,000 participants, cut average plan spend by $5,000, and reshape provider registration. Here is everything we know so far.
How the 2026 NDIS Changes Affect SDA Housing and Smart Home Funding
The 2026 NDIS overhaul targets eligibility, plan budgets, and provider registration. Here is a practical breakdown of what the changes mean for SDA participants, smart home technology funding, and disability housing in WA.
How to Review or Appeal an NDIS Decision: A Step-by-Step Guide
If the NDIS has refused funding or made a decision you disagree with, you have the right to challenge it. This guide explains the NDIS review and appeal process for participants in Perth, WA.
NDIS Supports: The In and Out List Explained (2025 Rules)
What can and can't the NDIS fund in 2025? This plain-language guide explains the NDIS in list and out list under the Transitional Rules, with examples relevant to smart home tech, SDA, and home modifications.
NDIS Funding for Smart Home Security: Gates, Intercoms and Video Doorbells
Smart home security systems can be funded by the NDIS when they address a functional impairment. This guide covers what's covered, who qualifies, and what the 2025 Hyde ruling means for Perth participants.
Can the NDIS Fund Mainstream Smart Home Products? The 2025 Ruling Explained
A landmark 2025 Tribunal ruling changed the rules on what smart home technology the NDIS can fund. Here's what it means for NDIS participants in Perth who want to access off-the-shelf devices.
Smart Home Technology for NDIS Participants: Voice Control, Automation, and More
From voice-controlled lights to automated doors, discover which smart home technologies can help NDIS participants live more independently, and how to access funding for them.
Living Independently with High Physical Support Needs: SDA Options in Perth
For people with significant physical disabilities, finding the right home is critical. This guide explores SDA housing options in Perth for participants with high physical support needs.
NDIS Home Modification Funding: What's Covered and How to Apply in WA
Find out what NDIS home modification funding covers in Western Australia, how much you can access, what the application process looks like, and how to get your OT report right.
How to Find SDA Housing in Perth: A Step-by-Step Guide
Looking for Specialist Disability Accommodation in Perth? This step-by-step guide walks you through eligibility, searching for properties, and what to expect when you move in.
NDIS Capital Supports vs Assistive Technology: What's the Difference and What's Covered?
Confused about NDIS Capital Supports and Assistive Technology? This guide explains the difference, what each covers, and how to use your funding for smart home technology in Perth.
What Does a Support Coordinator Do? A Guide for NDIS Participants in Perth
Confused about what a support coordinator actually does? This plain-language guide explains their role, when you need one, and how to get the most from your coordinator in Perth.
SDA Design Categories Explained: High Physical Support, Robust, Improved Liveability & Fully Accessible
Not all SDA properties are the same. Learn the four NDIS SDA design categories, what they mean, who qualifies for each, and what to look for in Perth.
The Complete Guide to NDIS Smart Home Technology
Discover how NDIS funding can help you access smart home technology that increases independence, safety, and quality of life in your own home. Costs, providers, and how to apply in Perth, WA.
SDA Eligibility Explained: Who Qualifies for Specialist Disability Accommodation?
Not sure if you qualify for SDA funding through the NDIS? This guide breaks down the eligibility criteria, assessment process, and what SDA housing looks like in practice.
OT Assessments: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Preparing for an occupational therapy assessment? Here's everything you need to know, what happens during an OT assessment, what the report includes, and how it affects your NDIS plan.