Housing for People with Acquired Brain Injury in NSW

Acquired Brain Injury Housing in NSW

Edenbridge Living provides purpose-built Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) for adults with acquired brain injury (ABI) across Sydney and the Central Coast of NSW. Our NDIS-registered homes are designed with safety features, cognitive support elements, and accessible layouts tailored to the unique housing needs of people living with traumatic brain injury, stroke-related impairment, and other forms of ABI. As a family-owned SDA provider, we are committed to creating stable, long-term homes where residents with brain injury can live with greater independence, safety, and connection to their community.

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Registered NDIS Provider

Edenbridge Living is a registered NDIS provider. We are dedicated to shaping spaces that empower every individual’s journey. Committed to excellence, we craft homes where comfort meets accessibility.

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Our Commitment to ABI Residents

Who We Support

Edenbridge Living supports NDIS participants with acquired brain injury, including traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, hypoxic brain injury, and other conditions affecting cognitive and physical function. Our homes are designed to address the specific challenges ABI presents, from memory and wayfinding difficulties to mobility and behavioural support needs.

  • Consistent, predictable room layouts

  • Emergency call systems

  • Simplified technology controls

  • Rounded edges on fixtures and surfaces

  • Non-slip flooring in all areas

  • Colour-coded wayfinding throughout

  • Secure outdoor spaces

  • Enhanced lighting and visual contrasts

  • Acoustic insulation for sensory comfort

  • Smart home features where appropriate

  • Accessible bathrooms with safety rails

  • Reinforced construction for behavioural safety

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Why Choose Edenbridge Living ?

Simple Answer: Unwavering Dedication!

At Edenbridge Living, we hold a fundamental belief that everyone is entitled to a home that not only caters to their unique needs but also enhances their overall quality of life. That's why we go above and beyond to provide SDA homes that are comfortable, inclusive, and empowering for NDIS participants.

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Local Experts

We are a Sydney-based family office and SDA provider with strong local knowledge and experience in NSW.

Stability and Long-Term Commitment

As a family office, we take a long-term approach to SDA. We develop, own and operate our SDA homes for the long haul.

Premium, Established Suburbs

SDA homes are provided to residents nearby, thus allowing residents to move into better homes without leaving behind their friends, community, or support they trust.

Future-Proof for Ageing in Place

Adaptable home designs to meet changing needs over time.

Innovative Designs

Focus on single-story villas and houses for better accessibility.

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Why Purpose-Built Housing Matters for ABI

  • Rehabilitation Partnerships

    Edenbridge Living partners with rehabilitation professionals and SIL providers experienced in brain injury support to ensure coordinated care for all ABI residents.

  • Long-Term Stability

    As a family-owned SDA provider, Edenbridge is committed to long-term housing stability. Our homes are designed to adapt as needs change over time, which is particularly important for ABI residents whose support requirements may evolve.

  • Experienced SIL Partners

    We work with SIL providers who have experience supporting people with acquired brain injury, including Achieve Australia, JewishCare, Trusted Home Care, and Aruma. These providers understand the specific daily support needs of ABI residents.

  • Properties Across Sydney and Central Coast

    Edenbridge Living offers SDA homes in established suburbs across Sydney's Inner West, Eastern Suburbs, Western Sydney, and the Central Coast. All properties are located near healthcare services, public transport, and community amenities.

  • Close to Rehabilitation Services

    Our properties are located near hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and allied health providers. This is particularly important for ABI residents who may require ongoing neurological review, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or speech pathology.

  • Community Connection

    Living in an established community supports social participation and recovery for people with acquired brain injury. Our homes are situated in neighbourhoods with parks, shops, cafes, and public transport, helping residents maintain connections and build new ones.

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Understanding Acquired Brain Injury

Follow these steps to access ABI housing in NSW.

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What Is ABI?

Acquired brain injury (ABI) refers to any damage to the brain that occurs after birth. Common causes include traumatic injury from falls or accidents, stroke, infection, tumour, or lack of oxygen. Approximately 700,000 Australians live with an ABI (Brain Injury Australia). Each person’s experience is different, which is why housing must be tailored to individual needs.

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How ABI Affects Daily Living

ABI can affect memory, concentration, communication, behaviour, physical mobility, and emotional regulation. Many people with ABI experience fatigue, difficulty with planning and decision-making, and changes in personality. These challenges make standard housing unsuitable for many ABI survivors who need consistent, predictable environments.

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SDA Eligibility for ABI

People with ABI may be eligible for SDA funding if they have extreme functional impairment or very high support needs that cannot be met in mainstream housing. An occupational therapist assessment is typically required to demonstrate how specialist housing design would improve safety and independence.

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Confirm Your SDA Eligibility

Verify you are an NDIS participant with SDA funding in your plan. SDA eligibility for ABI requires evidence of extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. Your NDIS planner or support coordinator can help determine if you qualify.

05

Obtain Clinical Assessments

Gather assessments from neuropsychologists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation professionals. These reports should document how your brain injury affects daily function and why specialist housing features would support your safety and independence.

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Discuss Housing Goals

Meet with your NDIS planner to discuss your housing preferences and goals. Explain the specific ABI-related design features you need, such as memory aids, safety modifications, or physical accessibility. Specify your preferred location within Sydney or the Central Coast.

07

Transition Support

Once approved, we coordinate your transition with your support team. Moving into a new home can be challenging for people with ABI, so we work with your SIL provider and allied health professionals to ensure a smooth, well-planned move.

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Property Matching

Edenbridge Living assesses your application to match you with a suitable property. We consider your specific ABI-related needs, preferred design category, location preferences, and lifestyle goals to find the best fit.

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Contact Edenbridge Living

Reach out to our team to discuss available ABI housing options. We can explain our property features, design categories, and how our homes are tailored to support residents with acquired brain injury. We welcome enquiries from participants, families, and support coordinators.

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SDA Design Categories for ABI

SDA for acquired brain injury may fall across multiple NDIS design categories depending on the severity and type of impairment. Improved Liveability is common for cognitive support needs, while High Physical Support may be required for residents with significant mobility limitations following stroke or TBI.

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ABI Housing Design Features

Our SDA homes for residents with acquired brain injury incorporate specific design elements that support safety, memory, and independence. Every feature is chosen based on evidence about what helps people with cognitive and physical impairments live well.

Our homes support cognitive function through consistent, predictable layouts that aid memory and wayfinding. Colour-coded rooms, clear sightlines between spaces, simplified technology controls, and visual cues help residents navigate their home independently. These design choices reduce confusion and support daily routines.

Safety is paramount in ABI housing. Our homes include rounded edges on countertops and fixtures, non-slip flooring throughout all living areas, secure outdoor spaces, and emergency call systems. These features reduce the risk of falls and injuries, which are common concerns for people living with brain injury.

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Our Collaborations Make A Difference

We're proud to collaborate with leading organisations that share our vision of inclusivity and empowerment. If you have had a great experience with another particular support provider, please reach out to us to discuss how we may be able to collaborate. Together, we create a tapestry of support, enriching the lives of our residents.

Sunnyfield is a for-purpose organisation built on a heritage of community spirit, trust, inclusion and heart. Work, life or leisure, we support children, youth and adults with disability to build independence in every opportunity, find a place to call home, connect with their community and build skills for life.

Let’s work together to make bright futures for people with disability.

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Sunnyfield

JewishCare NSW has been helping our community thrive since 1937. Our specialist teams provide community aged care, mental health, disability, and family and child services to ensure an inclusive and supported community.

We have subject matter experts in ageing, specifically in, home care packages and dementia, suicide prevention, domestic violence, NDIS and employment. We work with individuals, the Government, referrers, families and the community to build resilience for today and tomorrow.

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JewishCare NSW

Trusted Home Care are an established and sought after provider of in-home care services for the aged and disabled communities, on the NSW Central Coast and Northern Beaches of Sydney.

As a Registered NDIS Provider we offer a full suite of standard and complex support needs, accommodation options and coordination of supports. Our personable team strive to meet individual needs.

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Trusted Home Care

As one of Australia’s leading disability service providers, Aruma is dedicated to empowering the people we support to live life on their terms.

We support people to realise their goals and dreams – whether it’s moving out of home, finding a job they love, or becoming active members of the community.

For us, there’s nothing more satisfying than discovering where someone wants to go and supporting them in getting there.

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Aruma

My Independent Support (MIS) is a trusted, NDIS-registered organisation dedicated to delivering personalised, participant-focused support. We work independently alongside each individual to ensure their NDIS plan reflects their unique goals, preferences, and lifestyle.

At MIS, we believe that no two journeys are the same — that’s why we take the time to truly understand each participant’s needs and tailor our support accordingly. Whether it’s helping you build capacity, navigate services, or connect with the right providers, our team is here to empower you every step of the way.

We’re proud to collaborate with Edenbridge Living while maintaining our independent approach, ensuring participants receive holistic, high-quality support without bias or conflict of interest.

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My Independent Support

For over 70 years, Achieve Australia has worked alongside people with disability to live on their own terms. In Greater Sydney, the Northern Rivers and South East Queensland, we offer independent living services that suit different goals and stages of life. We add to this with Community Participation and Community Lifestyle programs, pathways to employment and clinical supports when they’re needed. The aim is simple: true inclusion, real choice, everyday independence and a genuine sense of belonging.

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Achieve Australia

Sunnyfield disability services logo.

Sunnyfield is a for-purpose organisation built on a heritage of community spirit, trust, inclusion and heart. Work, life or leisure, we support children, youth and adults with disability to build independence in every opportunity, find a place to call home, connect with their community and build skills for life.

Let’s work together to make bright futures for people with disability.

Sunnyfield

JewishCare NSW has been helping our community thrive since 1937. Our specialist teams provide community aged care, mental health, disability, and family and child services to ensure an inclusive and supported community.

We have subject matter experts in ageing, specifically in, home care packages and dementia, suicide prevention, domestic violence, NDIS and employment. We work with individuals, the Government, referrers, families and the community to build resilience for today and tomorrow.

Jewish Care services logo

JewishCare NSW

Trusted Home Care services logo

Trusted Home Care are an established and sought after provider of in-home care services for the aged and disabled communities, on the NSW Central Coast and Northern Beaches of Sydney.

As a Registered NDIS Provider we offer a full suite of standard and complex support needs, accommodation options and coordination of supports. Our personable team strive to meet individual needs.

Trusted Home Care

The logo for aruma is shown on a white background.

As one of Australia’s leading disability service providers, Aruma is dedicated to empowering the people we support to live life on their terms.

We support people to realise their goals and dreams – whether it’s moving out of home, finding a job they love, or becoming active members of the community.

For us, there’s nothing more satisfying than discovering where someone wants to go and supporting them in getting there.

Aruma

Logo for My Independent Support Disability Services, featuring a stylized person with raised arms inside a teal "M" shape, and the company name in teal and pink text.

My Independent Support (MIS) is a trusted, NDIS-registered organisation dedicated to delivering personalised, participant-focused support. We work independently alongside each individual to ensure their NDIS plan reflects their unique goals, preferences, and lifestyle.

At MIS, we believe that no two journeys are the same — that’s why we take the time to truly understand each participant’s needs and tailor our support accordingly. Whether it’s helping you build capacity, navigate services, or connect with the right providers, our team is here to empower you every step of the way.

We’re proud to collaborate with Edenbridge Living while maintaining our independent approach, ensuring participants receive holistic, high-quality support without bias or conflict of interest.

My Independent Support

The image displays the words "achieve australia" in bold maroon text on a white background.

For over 70 years, Achieve Australia has worked alongside people with disability to live on their own terms. In Greater Sydney, the Northern Rivers and South East Queensland, we offer independent living services that suit different goals and stages of life. We add to this with Community Participation and Community Lifestyle programs, pathways to employment and clinical supports when they’re needed. The aim is simple: true inclusion, real choice, everyday independence and a genuine sense of belonging.

Achieve Australia

Voices From The Community

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Finding the right accommodation for my clients is always a top priority. Edenbridge Living has consistently provided homes that not only meet but exceed the client's needs. Their attention to detail in making the homes light, bright and comfortable for all, truly makes a difference in the lives of the people I work with.

Elisa Patterson

Support Coordinator

Moving into an Edenbridge Living home is a life-changing experience for my brother, who has an intellectual disability. The 1-bedroom villa gives him the independence he craved but still with support available and friends living next door. The Edenbridge team's dedication to their residents' comfort is evident in every detail of their homes.

Alexia

Support Coordinator

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As a support coordinator, my primary concern is to find accommodation that not only ensures the safety and comfort of my clients but also enriches their lives. Edenbridge Living has been a remarkable partner in this regard. It's a relief to know that such a dedicated provider is just a call away.

Noah Taylor

Support Coordinator

ABI Housing: Frequently Asked Questions

The best SDA design category depends on the nature and severity of the brain injury. Improved Liveability is most common for cognitive impairments, while Fully Accessible or High Physical Support may be needed for significant physical limitations. Your occupational therapist can recommend the most appropriate category based on your individual assessment.

Many people with acquired brain injury can live with a high degree of independence in the right housing environment. Purpose-built SDA with cognitive support features, safety modifications, and appropriate SIL support can significantly improve a resident’s ability to manage daily tasks and live a fulfilling life.

ABI residents in Edenbridge homes can access SIL for daily personal care, allied health services for rehabilitation, and community access supports funded through their NDIS plan. We work with support coordinators and SIL providers to ensure residents receive coordinated, responsive care.

Yes. Stroke is one of the most common causes of acquired brain injury. Our Fully Accessible and High Physical Support homes are well-suited to stroke survivors with mobility limitations, while our Improved Liveability homes support those with cognitive impacts from stroke.

Contact Edenbridge Living to discuss your situation. Our team can explain available properties, design categories, and the application process. We welcome enquiries from participants, families, support coordinators, and health professionals.

Have questions about ABI housing? Contact our team.

Redefining Living For Those Who Matter Most

At Edenbridge Living, we go the extra mile to ensure each of our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) homes have the following attributes:

  • Thoughtfully Designed

  • High Accessibility

  • Proximity to Essential Amenities

  • Industry-Leading NDIS Living

  • Designed to be light and airy

  • Prime Locations

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