Yallambie is a leafy northeastern suburb featuring the La Trobe University campus edge, Simpson Barracks, and bushland reserves. With family homes and natural surrounds, it offers quiet suburban living near university facilities.
Yallambie 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 3085 postcode area, Yallambie 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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Yallambie 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 Yallambie 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.
Yallambie features good 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.
Quiet leafy suburb near university. The suburb's inclusive community environment supports NDIS participants in building meaningful connections and participating in local activities.
Yallambie offers wheelchair accessible public transport rated as good 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 Yallambie include: Route 561. These low-floor buses accommodate wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and prams with designated spaces and ramps.
Healthcare facilities near Yallambie 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 Yallambie 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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Yallambie is a leafy northeastern suburb featuring the La Trobe University campus edge, Simpson Barracks, and bushland reserves. With family homes and natural surrounds, it offers quiet suburban living near university facilities.
Our SDA properties in Yallambie are strategically located near disability support services, wheelchair accessible public transport, and inclusive community facilities.
Quiet leafy suburb near university
Disability Support Services
1, Suite 27, Level 2/3 Janefield Dr, Bundoora
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84 Hotham St, Preston
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84 Hotham St, Preston
Disability Support Services
Unit 33/77 Willandra Dr, Epping
Disability Support Services
183-185 Springvale Rd, Nunawading
Near Macleod Station. Bus routes to La Trobe University and Greensborough.
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 Yallambie 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 Yallambie area and can help you find the perfect SDA accommodation that meets your specific needs and lifestyle preferences.
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