How do SIL and SDA differ from one another?

 Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is a type of disability housing for participants who need high levels of care.

In SIL and SDA homes, people can live independently with the daily on-site support services known as Supported Independent Living (SIL).

The distinction between SDA and SIL homes

Highly stringent building regulations apply to SDA homes; however, SIL residences are not subject to these regulations. There are four categories of SDA homes, and each has its own building requirements.

Difference between SDA providers and SIL providers

SDA providers either buy SDA assets outright or through joint ventures with investors.

SIL providers offer on-site supports for supported independent living (SIL) in SDA and SIL homes.

Both SIL and SDA providers are needed to operate an SDA property. It is necessary for both SDA and SIL providers to be separate organisations in order for SDA participants to freely switch SIL assistance without having to move.

At Necessity Housing, we have a range of SDA approved homes that will suit 1 participant, 2 participant and 3 participants.