Understanding NDIS Medium Term Accommodation
Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) is an NDIS-funded support that provides temporary housing for up to 90 days. It bridges the gap between your current living situation and your long-term accommodation goals — whether you’re waiting for Supported Independent Living (SIL) placement, recovering after a hospital stay, or need stable housing while home modifications are completed.
Who is MTA For?
MTA is designed for NDIS participants who need transitional housing in situations such as:
- Waiting for a permanent SIL vacancy
- Transitioning from hospital or rehabilitation back to community living
- Escaping unsafe living environments while alternatives are arranged
- Waiting for home modifications to be completed
- Moving interstate and needing temporary accommodation while settling in
How is MTA Different from Respite (STA)?
Respite Care (STA) provides short-term breaks of up to 14 days — planned relief for participants and carers. MTA is longer-term (up to 90 days) and specifically addresses transitional housing needs. Both include accommodation and support, but they serve fundamentally different purposes.
| Feature | STA (Respite) | MTA |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | Up to 14 days | Up to 90 days |
| Purpose | Planned breaks | Transitional housing |
| Typical use | Carer relief, holiday | Waiting for SIL, post-hospital |
| NDIS category | Core Supports | Core Supports |
What’s Included in MTA?
At Destiny Community Services, our MTA includes:
- Fully furnished, accessible accommodation
- 24/7 or rostered support worker assistance
- Personal care and daily living support
- Transition planning and goal setting
- Community access and social participation
- Meal preparation support
- Coordination with your support coordinator for long-term housing
How to Access MTA Funding
MTA must be funded in your NDIS plan under Core Supports. To access it:
- Speak with your support coordinator about your transitional housing needs
- Your coordinator will submit a request to the NDIA demonstrating why MTA is necessary
- Once approved, your coordinator helps you find a suitable MTA provider
- Extensions beyond 90 days may be possible in exceptional circumstances
Where Does Destiny Provide MTA?
We provide Medium Term Accommodation across:
- Adelaide and northern suburbs
- Riverland (Renmark, Berri, Loxton)
- Tasmania (Hobart, Launceston)
- New South Wales (Sydney, Newcastle)
Get Started
If you or someone you support needs MTA, contact Destiny Community Services on 0421 453 186 or submit a referral online. Our team will discuss your situation and help arrange appropriate transitional housing.