The participant funding process for SDA | Tania Gomez and Brendon Woolf | SDA Mastery

In this episode, join Brendon Woolf as he shares his inspiring three-year journey of applying for and obtaining Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA). Brendon discusses his initial motivation for applying, the challenges he faced during the process, and the importance of choice and control in home and living decisions for participants. Despite setbacks and multiple appeals, Brendon's determination and advocacy ultimately led to the approval of his application. He now resides in his own home, surrounded by memorabilia that represents his hard-fought victory. Brendon's story serves as an inspiration to others considering SDA and highlights the positive shifts in the agency's thinking regarding participant-led decisions and increased funding for SDA.

 

⭐Episode Highlights:

1:03 - Brendon's Journey to SDA

2:39 - Applying for SDA

3:16 - Challenges with SDA Application

4:37 - Appealing to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal

8:12 - Long Process of Appeals

10:42 - Positive Shift in Agency's Thinking

11:34 - Adapt Housing and Assistance

13:45 - Living in Logan Lane

15:16 - SDA Design Standards and Participant Input

16:35 - Independent Support Workers

17:01 - Making the Home Personal

20:49 - Future Goals: Employment and Advocacy

22:39 - Importance of SDA for Participants

22:59 - Importance of Location in SDA

 

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