SILSDA WA Maximising SIL Impact Summit Crown Perth Burswood

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Join SDA &amp; SIL , Crisis Accommodation, Community Housing Providers, Hospital Social Workers and Coordinators, Mental Health and more

Crown Perth

Join us for the 20th SDA Conference since 2020 at the Perth Summit 2025, a transformative 2 -day event dedicated to redefining the future of SDA and Supported Independent Living in Western Australia. You can attend one or both days​This year’s summit highlights the urgent need to address mental health, crisis housing, and short- and medium-term accommodation pathways, focusing on creating sustainable, person-centred solutions for individuals with complex care requirements.By bringing together industry leaders, care providers, assessors, auditors, and investors, this event creates opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and actionable strategies that support vulnerable populations and drive long-term impact across the housing and disability sectors.​Sessions will provide insights into repurposing underutilised SDA homes, integrating short-term, long-term, and respite care solutions, and leveraging data to improve housing outcomes.For Day 1 Agenda, please go to <a href="https://www.sdaevents.com.au/perthagendaday1" title="https://www.sdaevents.com.au/perthagendaday1" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.sdaevents.com.au </a>or call 1300 NDI SDA (1300 634 732 ) Day 2 Overview: SILSDA WA Maximising SIL Impact 2025 Conference​The SILSDA WA Maximising SIL Impact Conference on 15th May 2025 is a pivotal event for those committed to advancing the quality, compliance, and sustainability of Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) services in Western Australia.With the NDIS landscape continually evolving, this conference offers a comprehensive platform for industry professionals to address the pressing challenges faced by providers, participants, and stakeholders.​This event is designed to provide attendees with invaluable insights into the most critical issues affecting the sector today, from navigating NDIA payment holds and regulatory compliance, to managing workforce challenges and optimising accommodation solutions for high-complexity cases such as hospital discharge and mental health transitions.The conference will deliver practical strategies for ensuring business continuity and operational excellence, even in the face of growing compliance burdens and workforce shortages.​Attendees will also gain a deep understanding of how to optimise the safety and well-being of both staff and participants, with an in-depth exploration of new safety laws and strategies for managing complex care needs in social impact housing environments.​The SILSDA WA Maximising SIL Impact Conference is not just an opportunity for learning, but a critical networking and collaboration hub for professionals across the SIL, SDA, mental health, and disability sectors.Attendees will leave with actionable insights, compliance strategies, and enhanced capacity to deliver high-quality, sustainable care to some of the most vulnerable members of our society.​Who should attend?This conference is tailored for a broad range of professionals in the disability care and housing sectors, including:​<ul><li>SIL and SDA providers seeking to optimise their operational processes and ensure compliance.</li><li>Hospital social workers and discharge planners involved in hospital-to-home transitions and managing complex care needs.</li><li>Workforce managers striving to overcome staffing challenges and ensure the ongoing delivery of quality services.</li><li>Compliance officers and quality assurance professionals navigating the increasing regulatory requirements.</li><li>Mental health and crisis accommodation providers who play a key role in managing high-complexity cases and transitioning individuals out of crisis situations.</li></ul>​Expected Outcomes:By the end of the conference, attendees will have gained: <ul><li>​Practical tools and strategies for maintaining business sustainability while navigating the complexities of compliance with NDIS and SDA regulations.</li><li>Insights into optimising service delivery, particularly through the use of short-term, medium-term, and crisis accommodation to support participants with complex needs such as those transitioning from hospitals or mental health facilities.</li><li>Enhanced understanding of the latest safety regulations and ethical standards, with actionable solutions to ensure the safety and well-being of both participants and staff.</li><li>Collaborative opportunities for strengthening partnerships across the SIL, SDA, hospital, and community housing sectors, paving the way for innovative housing solutions and improved service outcomes.</li><li>Strategies for workforce retention and the creation of a sustainable, compliant, and compassionate workforce.</li></ul>​​Some Speaker space is available! - email <a href="mailto:silsda@jazcorpaustralia.com.au" title="mailto:silsda@jazcorpaustralia.com.au" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">silsda@jazcorpaustralia.com.au</a> to submit your interest ​​Support Coordinator and SIL Breakout Session 3.15pm - 4.15pm with networking till 5.30pm - free for Conference ticket holders or if you are a Support Coordinator and can only attend this breakout session and not the Conference​

Agenda

Arrival and Registration

Welcome and Introductions

Success in the NDIS model relies on collaborative, participant- centred approaches. Strong partnerships between SIL and SDA providers are built on clear, respectful, and consistent communication. This session explores how aligned values, effective language, and proactive strategies can reduce misunderstandings, enhance support continuity, and create empowering home environments for participants. Key topics include early engagement, shared goals, defined roles, and transparent documentation. By fostering trust, setting clear expectations, and maintaining open dialogue, SIL and SDA teams can improve participant outcomes and drive long-term success.

SIL & SDA: The Power of collaboration for better outcomes

With SDA vacancy rates rising—especially in High Physical Support homes—pressure is mounting to improve tenancy outcomes. As the NDIS Navigator role launches in 2025, replacing Support Coordinators and LACs over time, this session explores how SIL providers and coordinators can use the new framework to enhance housing matching, planning, and collaboration. It examines vacancy drivers like home-participant mismatches and compatibility issues, while offering solutions including collaborative intake processes, internal housemate-matching tools, and stronger alignment between SIL and SDA providers to boost occupancy and participant satisfaction.

Optimising Tenancy Matching: Navigating SDA Vacancy solutions

Appendix H of the SDA Price Guide is a misunderstood but essential mechanism that allows NDIS participants with SDA funding to live with individuals who are not SDA-funded.
Often overlooked by providers and support coordinators, Appendix H does not require NDIA approval and is not a separate SDA category. Instead, it provides critical flexibility in housing arrangements, enabling more inclusive and person-centred living options. This session will unpack the purpose, misconceptions, and practical application of Appendix H—and explore how greater awareness can help remove unnecessary barriers to housing.

Understanding Appendix H: Flexibility in SDA Living Arrangements

This session offers a step-by-step guide to support smooth transitions from hospital to Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) or Supported Independent Living (SIL). It addresses common barriers such as delayed NDIS approvals, accommodation shortages, and insufficient support services that can lead to extended hospital stays—especially for participants with complex needs. Attendees will learn practical strategies to streamline discharges, ensure appropriate housing and care, and promote participant independence and well-being. Designed for healthcare professionals, SIL/SDA providers, and support coordinators, the session equips teams to deliver seamless transitions and long-term success for participants.

 10.30am - 11.00am  Seamless Hospital Transitions: Setting Participants up for

SIL providers face growing pressure to balance staffing ratios, compliance, participant needs, and financial viability. This session explores key challenges including meeting NDIS staffing requirements, managing complex care needs, and preparing for mandatory worker registration and screening. It also covers strategies for workforce retention, training, and reducing burnout, while addressing the financial strain of rising staffing costs and evolving expectations. Designed for SIL, STA, and MTA providers, attendees will gain practical tools to navigate workforce shortages, maintain service quality, and ensure long-term business sustainability in a complex, changing environment.

Workforce challenges  in SIL & Transitional Housing: Balancing Staffing Ratios

Behaviour support and the management of unauthorised restrictive practices (URPs) are critical in delivering high-quality Supported Independent Living  and short-term/medium-term accommodation (STA/MTA) services.

 
This session explores the legal, ethical, and operational challenges surrounding behaviour support planning, ensuring compliance with NDIS regulations while prioritising participant rights, dignity, and independence. Attendees will explore the role of behaviour support practitioners in SIL and transitional housing, with a focus on reducing restrictive practices. The session covers NDIS compliance requirements, the impact of unauthorised restrictive practices (URPs) on participants and providers, and strategies for managing risk. Real-world case studies will highlight proactive, person-centred approaches that improve outcomes and support service sustainability.

Behaviour Support & unauthorised Restrictive Practices: 

Panel Session with Audience Q & A 

Lunch

With NDIS reforms introducing mandatory registration for SIL providers and higher compliance expectations for SDA providers, audit readiness is critical. This session offers practical strategies to meet NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission standards while balancing service quality, efficiency, and risk management. Key topics include conducting internal audits, preparing documentation and evidence, aligning policies with NDIS Practice Standards, and avoiding common compliance pitfalls. Attendees will gain tools to strengthen compliance frameworks, streamline internal processes, and ensure audit success. A must-attend for SIL and SDA providers navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.

NDIS, SIL & SDA Audit Readiness & Compliance: Aligning with new Reforms

As SIL providers work to deliver quality care, evolving compliance demands—especially NDIA payment holds—pose major challenges. Recent court rulings confirm NDIA’s authority to impose holds, stressing the importance of compliance and accurate records. Cases like Affinity Care Services v NDIA raise concerns about fairness and financial strain from delayed payments. With over 1,000 active holds, providers face risks that can disrupt services and threaten sustainability. This session explores the operational impact of payment holds, strategies to reduce risk, maintain cash flow, and challenge NDIA decisions—without compromising participant care.

NDIA Payment holds and Provider Compliance : Protecting cash flow

As the NDIS continues to expand, the safety of workers within Supported Independent Living  and Specialist Disability Accommodation  settings has become a top priority. This session will focus on the challenges and strategies for enhancing worker safety while reducing incidents of violence in these environments. By exploring the unique needs of people with disabilities in SIL and SDA settings, the discussion will cover practical measures to protect staff, promote a culture of safety, and address challenging behaviours in a way that minimizes risk.  Attendees will gain insights into best practices for training, incident management, and creating safe spaces for both participants and workers, all while aligning with NDIS priorities for 2025.

Ensuring Worker Safety,  and reducing violence in SIL and SDA Settings 

Drawing from recent hands-on experience, Andreas from Lavan Law Firm Perth will delve into the key aspects of privacy in the context of Supported Independent Living (SIL). This presentation will focus on the implications of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (Cth) regarding the sharing of private information of individuals living in SIL environments. A real-life case study will be included to illustrate these issues in practice.

Privacy and Information Sharing 

Panel Q & A and audience engagement 

Join the breakout session with Support Coordinators or commence networking and join Support Coordinators after the breakout session 

Join the break out session or start networking!

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