When deciding where you’d like to live you should consider the location, style and accessibility of housing but also the support you need everyday.

One option is shared housing with friends or people with similar needs. In this situation you can share costs, help each other with tasks and provide support to one another.

If you require help with some tasks, supported accommodation may be for you. You pay a fee to enjoy residential communal living and in return, you get your meals cooked for you and assistance with medication, laundry, finances and cleaning. You may have your own room or share with someone else.

Group or cluster housing allows people with similar needs to live in a cluster of units together.

If you have very high support needs you may be eligible for NDIS-funded Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA).

Short-term and emergency accommodation can also be available to you if you meet the criteria, as well as respite care if you or your carer need some time away from each other.

It is important to do your research to find the best accommodation option that will allow you to fulfil your potential and participate within your community.