Finding the right disability accommodation in Hobart can feel overwhelming, especially when the NDIS offers several different options and the terminology keeps evolving. Whether you are looking for long-term Supported Independent Living, a short respite stay, or temporary accommodation while your permanent home is being arranged, we are here to help you understand your options and find the right fit.
We support NDIS participants across Hobart and the northern suburbs, including Glenorchy, Moonah, Claremont and surrounding areas. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we are ready to discuss current availability with you now.
Not every NDIS accommodation option works the same way. The table below gives you a plain-language comparison to help you understand which arrangement might suit your situation.
| Option | Best suited for | Typical arrangement | |---|---|---| | Supported Independent Living (SIL) | Participants who need regular daily or 24/7 support | Long-term living support in an individual or shared home | | Short Term Respite (previously STA) | Participants and informal carers needing time apart | Temporary supported stays, usually overnight to a few weeks | | Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) | Participants waiting for an approved long-term home | Temporary accommodation, generally up to 90 days | | ILO or SDA | Participants with particular living or property needs | Individually designed living arrangements or specialised housing |
One important point worth understanding: SIL funding covers the personal support you receive at home, such as help with daily tasks, personal care and overnight assistance. It does not cover your rent or the physical accommodation itself. Your living costs are usually met through your own income, Rent Assistance or a separate NDIS support category. We are happy to walk you through how this works for your individual plan.
Supported Independent Living, or SIL, gives NDIS participants the opportunity to live as independently as possible while receiving the daily support they need. It suits people who want a home of their own or a shared living arrangement, with a dedicated support team available around the clock.
Our SIL support in Hobart includes:
We work closely with participants, families and support coordinators to develop support plans that reflect each person's goals, preferences and NDIS funding. Our Hobart-based team brings local knowledge and genuine care to every home we support.
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SIL providers in Hobart vary in the level of support they offer and the areas they cover. We focus on person-centred planning, which means we build your support around your life rather than fitting you into a standard service model.
Short Term Respite (previously known as Short Term Accommodation, or STA) gives NDIS participants a supported break away from their usual living arrangements. In October 2025, the NDIS updated its terminology to place greater emphasis on the value of time apart from regular care, rather than focusing solely on the accommodation side of the arrangement. You may still see it referred to as STA in older documents and plan reviews, and many people searching for support still use that term.
Regardless of which name you know it by, the purpose is the same: a safe, supported and comfortable stay for the participant, and a well-earned break for informal carers and families.
Our Short Term Respite support in Hobart includes:
Short term accommodation in Hobart through the NDIS can be planned well in advance or, depending on availability, arranged at shorter notice. If you are a support coordinator looking to arrange an NDIS respite stay in Hobart for a participant, we welcome referrals and can discuss current options with you directly.
Informal carers play an essential role in many participants' lives, and a regular planned respite stay can make a real difference to their wellbeing too. We treat respite not as a last resort but as a valued part of a sustainable support plan.
Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) is a short-term NDIS support designed to bridge the gap when a participant has a long-term home to move into but cannot yet move in because the required disability supports are not in place. It is generally available for up to 90 days and is intended as a transitional arrangement rather than a permanent solution.
We do not currently list MTA as a bookable service, but if you are in this situation we are happy to talk through your circumstances and point you in the right direction. Your support coordinator or LAC will be well placed to confirm whether MTA is available within your plan.
For participants with more complex or long-term housing needs, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and Individualised Living Options (ILO) may be worth exploring. SDA provides purpose-built or significantly modified housing for participants whose needs cannot be met in standard accommodation. ILO offers more flexible, individually designed living arrangements. Both require specific NDIS eligibility and funding decisions.
We provide disability accommodation and SIL support across Hobart and the northern suburbs, with genuine local knowledge of the communities we serve.
Areas we cover include:
Our northern suburbs team understands the local transport routes, community facilities, health services and activity options available to participants in these areas. Whether your goal is to get to appointments independently, join a local community group or simply feel at home in your neighbourhood, we factor all of that into your support plan.
If you are looking for disability accommodation in Hobart's northern suburbs specifically, we encourage you to get in touch directly. We can discuss current availability and what a suitable arrangement might look like for you.
Vacancy availability changes regularly. If you are looking for a SIL vacancy in Hobart or would like to know more about current accommodation options, the best step is to contact us directly so we can match you with something suitable.
When you enquire about a vacancy, we will share details including:
If no vacancy is currently available that suits your needs, we can add you to our interest register and contact you as soon as something appropriate becomes available.
Getting started is straightforward. Here is what to expect:
Support coordinators are welcome to make referrals on behalf of participants at any stage of this process.
We are a registered NDIS provider with a Hobart-based team that genuinely knows this community. Here is what we bring to every accommodation arrangement:
We believe that where you live and who supports you matters enormously. Our goal is to make every participant feel safe, respected and genuinely at home.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) refers to the funded support you receive at home, such as help with personal care, cooking and daily routines. It is not the same as the accommodation itself. You can live in a privately rented home, a provider-managed property or an SDA dwelling and still receive SIL funding for your support workers. The NDIS funds the support, not the rent or the physical home, in a standard SIL arrangement.
Short Term Respite is the updated NDIS term for what was previously called Short Term Accommodation, or STA. The NDIS updated its terminology in October 2025 to reflect the emphasis on time apart from usual care arrangements, not just the accommodation component. In practical terms, the support looks very similar: a temporary, fully supported stay away from home, with personal care, meals and daily assistance included.
The NDIS generally funds up to 28 days of Short Term Respite per year, though this can vary depending on your individual plan and support needs. Stays can range from a single overnight to several consecutive nights. If you need respite regularly throughout the year, this can often be planned and spread across multiple shorter stays.
No. SIL funding covers the cost of your support workers, not your rent or accommodation costs. Your living costs are typically covered through your own income, Centrelink Rent Assistance, or a separate housing arrangement. In some cases, participants who live in Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) have their housing costs covered under a different NDIS funding category. We are happy to explain how this works for your specific situation.
Yes. We support participants across Hobart and the northern suburbs, including Glenorchy, Moonah, Claremont, Berriedale, Chigwell, Derwent Park and surrounding areas. Our team has genuine local knowledge of these communities and can discuss current availability in specific suburbs with you directly.
Absolutely. We welcome referrals from support coordinators, local area coordinators and allied health professionals. If you are coordinating support for a participant who needs SIL, Short Term Respite or another accommodation arrangement in Hobart, please contact us directly and we will work with you to find a suitable option as quickly as possible.
Finding the right Registered NDIS Provider can change everything. Whether you need daily living assistance, supported independent living (SIL), or short-term accommodation (STA), our caring team is here to help you every step of the way.
We’ll listen, plan together, and deliver the support that truly fits your lifestyle and goals. Let’s make your NDIS journey smooth, transparent, and empowering.
