Unlocking Independence: The Remarkable Role of Granny Flat Solutions in NDIS and Assisted Living Support

A Granny Flat is an ideal way to help people living with a disability enjoy independent living while retaining proximity to a supportive family unit. Whether it’s for a young person looking to move out of home for the first time or as an alternative to other specialist disability accommodation options, it’s an affordable and secure solution.

Let’s look at some questions you might have about the NDIS before we discuss how Granny Flat Solutions’ assisted living Granny Flats can accommodate people with unique care requirements.

What is the NDIS?

Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides financial support for people living with permanent and significant disability based on their individual needs. It aims to give participants a greater quality of life and help them reach their goals, whether that’s through employment support, independent living, or medical therapies.

What is the SDA Program?

The Specialist Disability Accommodation program aims to encourage growth in housing supply for those living with a disability. Funding is accessible through the NDIS if it’s identified as necessary support for a participant.

What are Assisted Living Granny Flats?

At Granny Flat Solutions, we understand the importance of creating a safe and comfortable environment for people we care about. This is why we are more than happy to work with you to build a Granny Flat that is custom-fit with special provisions that will allow your loved one to live independently but close enough to the family home to access support when required.

We understand that everyone’s needs are different, and that’s why we offer a wide range of affordable designs and will work with you to install any specific equipment you may require or provide modifications that best suit your requirements.

Benefits of Granny Flats for NDIS and Special Needs

Living in a Granny Flat can facilitate independent living for those with a disability by:

• Providing privacy while allowing the individual to learn life skills and enhance self-confidence.
• Allowing your loved one to remain close to the family support network.
• They are customisable, budget-friendly and can adapt to differing needs over time.
• They help reduce transport costs.
• Providing a safe and secure living environment.

Design Considerations for NDIS and Assisted Living Granny Flats

From a customised layout to kitchen modifications, we’re sure to have the solution you require with our large range of features and inclusions for a fully accessible home.

At Granny Flat Solutions, we’ve come up with a wide range of designs for our dwellings that include details to make life easier and accommodate your specific needs. Whether you need major or minor modifications, we can help you create a practical and unique home that accommodates any special equipment or support you may require while also suiting your personal style.

Some of the features we can provide include:

• Wider doorways for wheelchair access
• Mobility ramps
• Electric lifts
• Sliding doors with recessed tracks
• Finger touch light switches and power points
• Wardrobes with pull-down arms
• Lowered kitchen benchtops
• Easy-access ovens
• Wider shower area.

Read more about how to design your Granny Flat to be wheelchair accessible here.

A ‘Smarter’ Way to Design a Granny Flat for Individuals Living with a Disability

Granny Flat Solutions can also help you feel more secure with smart home and security packages that embrace the latest technology and give you peace of mind. From safety buzzers and smoke detectors to a fully integrated smart home where everything from the lights to your entertainment system can be controlled from a smartphone or tablet, we can create a package that suits individuals and families and makes them feel safe and comfortable in their homes.

Additionally, we can help you build an eco-friendly passive home that will save you money on power bills by using 90% less energy while still being comfortable to live in year-round.

Investing in NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation

As well as helping your community, investing in Specialist Disability Accommodation provides much higher rental returns. Therefore, if you have space in your backyard, why not consider building an SDA-compliant Granny Flat?

NDIS participants who are granted SDA funding have limited accommodation options. But by building a second dwelling that complies with NDIS standards and is approved by an SDA assessor, you could help solve a social problem while accessing a secure rental income stream.

However, it is important to note that funding is dependent on an NDIS participant being identified as eligible to rent the property, so you will need to contact an NDIS service provider to find a suitable tenant.

Find Out Why Our Granny Flats are Award-Winning

Granny Flat Solutions has gained consistent recognition for our outstanding customer service and as an affordable housing provider. We are a multi-award-winning Granny Flat company servicing the Sydney Metro, Central Coast, Newcastle, and Illawarra regions.

To find out for yourself what sets us apart from our competitors, get in touch with us today at 1300 160 320 or see our website to find out more about the Granny Flat building process.