SILosophy Episode 25: The SIL Reform from an SDA Perspective

SILosophy Episode 25: The SIL Reform from an SDA Perspective

This episode explores the intersection between Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) providers and the evolving Supported Independent Living (SIL) landscape under Australia's NDIS. Host Tania Gomez is joined by guest Angad Singh (a leader in the SDA and disability housing sector) to discuss how structural reforms are reshaping housing and support delivery for participants.

• SDA vs. SIL Separation: Why regulatory shifts are enforcing a clearer boundary between physical housing (SDA) and day-to-day supports (SIL), and what that means for operational strategy.

• The Developer & Provider Lens: How SDA providers and investors are adjusting their building design and service models to remain aligned with changing SIL funding guidelines.

• Participant Choice and Control: Ensuring that the decoupling of housing and support gives participants true independence without creating operational friction or communication breakdowns.

• Future-Proofing Disability Housing: Practical steps for providers to stay compliant, navigate NDIS pricing changes, and build sustainable models that prioritize long-term participant outcomes.

Whether you operate in the SDA development space or manage SIL operations, this conversation offers critical insights into navigating structural reform while building high-quality, person-centered environments.