Heidelberg is a major northern suburb centred around the Austin Hospital medical precinct, featuring Heidelberg Station, shopping centre, and beautiful parklands. With excellent healthcare access and transport, it offers family living with comprehensive services.
Heidelberg offers excellent access to healthcare facilities including Mercy Hospital for Women and Austin Hospital, 5 registered NDIS service providers offering support coordination, therapy services, and daily living assistance. These local disability services help NDIS participants access the support they need close to home.
Located in the 3084 postcode area, Heidelberg is well-positioned for accessibility and connectivity throughout the Victoria region, with many amenities within accessible distance for wheelchair users and people with mobility aids.
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Heidelberg is an excellent choice for NDIS participants seeking wheelchair accessible homes and specialist disability accommodation in Victoria.
Healthcare access is essential for independent living, and Heidelberg delivers with Mercy Hospital for Women just 1.2km away. Residents benefit from convenient access to emergency services, allied health professionals, and specialist disability healthcare providers.
The area is well-serviced by 5 registered NDIS providers offering support coordination, therapy services, and daily living assistance. This strong local support network helps SDA residents maintain their independence and achieve their NDIS goals without travelling far from home.
Heidelberg features excellent public transport accessibility, with wheelchair accessible buses and trains connecting residents to employment, education, healthcare, and community activities across Victoria. This connectivity supports independent living and community participation for people with disability.
Medical precinct hub with artistic heritage. The suburb's inclusive community environment supports NDIS participants in building meaningful connections and participating in local activities.
Heidelberg offers wheelchair accessible public transport rated as excellent for accessibility, essential for NDIS participants and residents using mobility aids. Nearby train stations feature accessible platforms, ramps, and tactile indicators for vision-impaired passengers.
Accessible bus routes servicing Heidelberg include: 513, 548, 549, 561. These low-floor buses accommodate wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and prams with designated spaces and ramps.
Healthcare facilities near Heidelberg include Mercy Hospital for Women (1.2km), providing NDIS participants with convenient access to emergency services, allied health professionals, and specialist disability healthcare. Many local medical centres offer bulk billing and have experience supporting people with disability.
All SDA properties in Heidelberg are designed with full wheelchair accessibility as a core requirement, meeting NDIS Design Standards for step-free access, wide doorways (minimum 850mm), accessible bathrooms with grab rails, and assistive technology integration. Properties are located with consideration for proximity to accessible transport, healthcare, and community amenities.
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Heidelberg is a major northern suburb centred around the Austin Hospital medical precinct, featuring Heidelberg Station, shopping centre, and beautiful parklands. With excellent healthcare access and transport, it offers family living with comprehensive services.
Our SDA properties in Heidelberg are strategically located near disability support services, wheelchair accessible public transport, and inclusive community facilities.
Medical precinct hub with artistic heritage
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Heidelberg Station is accessible on Hurstbridge line. Bus routes serve Austin Hospital. Route 86 tram terminus nearby.
SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) is NDIS funding for accessible housing with design features. SIL (Supported Independent Living) is funding for daily support services and carers. You can have both - SDA covers your home, SIL covers the support staff helping you live there. Our SDA homes in Heidelberg can accommodate various SIL arrangements.
SDA approval typically takes 2-6 months. The process includes: getting an Occupational Therapist assessment, submitting an SDA funding request through your Support Coordinator, NDIA review of your extreme functional impairment, and plan amendment or review. We can help connect you with Support Coordinators experienced with SDA applications.
SDA houses are standalone disability accommodation properties offering maximum privacy, spacious living areas, and private outdoor spaces. Ideal for participants who prefer independent living with full accessibility features.
High Physical Support SDA includes comprehensive accessibility features such as ceiling hoists, automated doors, backup power, and assistive technology. Designed for participants with significant physical impairment requiring 24/7 support.
Our local team understands the Heidelberg area and can help you find the perfect SDA accommodation that meets your specific needs and lifestyle preferences.
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