Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) for Smith-Magenis Syndrome
Whether Smith-Magenis Syndrome may meet SDA eligibility, the design categories, and the evidence needed to get Specialist Disability Accommodation funded.
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is purpose-built or modified housing for people with very high support needs. It's tightly targeted, but for some people with Smith-Magenis Syndrome whose functional impairment is extreme, it can be life-changing. This guide explains SDA eligibility, the design categories, and the evidence you'll need.
Could Smith-Magenis Syndrome meet SDA eligibility?
Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS) is a rare genetic disorder caused by a deletion or mutation on chromosome 17 (17p11.2) involving the RAI1 gene. It is characterised by intellectual disability (mild to moderate), distinctive…
The four SDA design categories
If you're eligible, SDA is funded against a design category matched to your needs:
The evidence you'll need
SDA is evidence-heavy. A strong request for Smith-Magenis Syndrome usually includes:
SDA and SIL together
SDA pays for the specialist building; the day-to-day support in it is funded separately (usually through SIL). Many people with Smith-Magenis Syndrome who are eligible for SDA also have SIL — see our SIL guide for…