The doors have officially been marked as open on the newest development in Jordan Springs.
Kala Jordan Springs is a $65 million development that features 84 one, two and three bedroom apartments across two midrise buildings.
The development also includes specialist disability accommodation with 10 high physical support units, nine improved liveability apartments and two overnight assistance units.
Kala developer Coplex designed the development to provide inclusive living in order to address the lack of specialist disability housing in Sydney.
One of the Managing Directors of Coplex, Rami Ibrahim, said the new housing will be a lifeline to families with disability housing needs in the area.
“What truly sets Kala Jordan Springs apart is its dedication to inclusivity,” Ibrahim said.
“A quarter of these apartments are specifically designed to meet the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) standards addressing a critical need in our region.
“These homes are not just buildings they are a lifeline for families and individuals with varying needs. At Coplex we believe in helping all within the community to live well.
“This vision is reflected in every detail of Kala Jordan Springs. From high quality, durable finishes to thoughtful design elements that enhance accessibility for all.”
NDIS data has shown that 36 per cent of NDIS participants in NSW who have or are currently eligible for SDA funding are yet to start using the funding, highlighting the statewide shortfall in acceptable SDA housing.
Coplex partnered with SDA provider Nationwide Care Plus to manage the development and ensure the housing needs are met for approved participants, something Nationwide Care Plus Senior Development Manager Eddie Goncalves said is the most important aspect.
“Nationwide Care Plus prides itself on the quality of care we provide to our vulnerable clients. We have even supported clients unfunded at times [because] that’s just what we do and it’s our duty of care,” Goncalves said.
“When discussing accommodation, it’s all about accessibility and practicality… A lot of thought was put into choosing this location by the lake for tranquillity and calmness together with proximity to amenities like Nepean Hospital, and medical centres.”
Nationwide Care Plus participant and a resident living in alternate SDA housing, Linda, shared a thank you for all the support she has received.
“Thank you for everything you do,” she said.
Federal Member for Lindsay, Melissa McIntosh, was given the honour of cutting the ceremonial ribbon and said that the need for specalised disability housing in western Sydney is higher than ever.
“One of the top things when I am walking down the street in Penrith or wherever I am across the community is if somebody with a disability approaches me, they want to talk about the NDIS but they also want to talk about the lack of accommodation that suits their needs in our community,” McIntosh said.
“Superb accommodation like this is exactly what we need.”
Emily Chate
Emily Chate joined The Western Weekender in 2024, and covers local news - primarily courts and politics. A graduate of the University of Wollongong, Emily has contributed to The Daily Telegraph and worked as a freelance journalist.