Housing that considers diverse accessibility, assistance and community needs promotes dignity, confidence and independence for NDIS participants. Through clever architectural design catering to varied physical and cognitive requirements, specialist disability accommodation enables residents to live more comfortably while following individual interests and dreams. This article from Caring Hearts explores how NDIS registered providers are co-creating inclusive living in Melbourne.
Models of Disability Accommodation
There are three main housing formats offered under the NDIS in Melbourne:
Group Homes — Share 24/7 care in a 2–6 person environment, facilitating community without isolation.
Cluster Apartments — Balance private self-contained units with shared living/care areas for autonomy with backup support readily available.
Individual Apartments — For participants requiring less assistance, stand-alone apartments enable independent living with drop-in help as needed.
Thoughtful Design Considerations
In addition to wheelchair accessibility, design elements that make tasks simpler, safer and more dignified for participants include:
- Ceiling hoists and tracking
- Adjustable surfaces and sensory fixtures
- Enhanced lighting and sound
- Therapy spaces
- Vital sign monitoring
- Building safety enhancements
Such inclusive touches foster empowerment, confidence and quality of life across ability levels.
Ongoing Participant-Centred Adjustments
Needs and aspirations evolve so NDIS providers continually co-design ongoing housing modifications around residents’ emerging goals and functional shifts with participants. Enriching, self-determined lives stay centre focus thanks to purpose-built yet flexible disability accommodation.
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