The report highlights the need for urgent, coordinated action to move away from outdated housing models and invest in contemporary, accessible homes that reflect the needs and preferences of people with disability. Its findings and recommendations provide a pathway for stronger policy and practice to improve the quality, sustainability and inclusivity of SDA housing.
New Research: Basic Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) : Drivers, Barriers and Opportunities for Renewal
Professor Ilan Wiesel, Dr Adam Crowe and Dr Raelene West
University of Melbourne
Wednesday 10th September, 2025