Person
Stacey Oliver
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Journal article
Two years on: a qualitative study of the experiences of people with neurological disability living in accessible apartments in Australia
Although there is a shift towards smaller-scale, individualised housing, limited research exists on the long-term experiences of people with neurological disability and complex needs in these settings. This study explored the experiences of adults who had lived for two years in accessible apartments integrated into a larger mainstream development, with an additional unit for 24-hour...
Journal article
An updated review of international literature on the outcomes of individualised housing for people with disability and complex needs
There has been a growing shift from congregate disability housing toward more individualised housing models. This scoping review examines outcomes for people with disability and complex needs between 2019 and 2025, highlighting the benefits of individualised housing in supporting autonomy, well-being and community participation. However, gaps remain in outcome data and housing descriptions.
Journal article
How do people with disability and complex needs experience the built environment in apartments designed for people with disability?
This study examines how apartments designed for people with disability and complex needs support daily life. It identifies four key design factors – space, accessibility, usable technology and sensory management – and finds that good design strengthens independence. Residents also emphasise the need for clearer pre‑move information, better integrated technology and strong support to help...
Journal article
Co-designing with adults with acquired neurological disability in the community: a scoping review and thematic synthesis
This scoping review examines how and when co‑design is used with adults with acquired neurological disability and their lived experience. It finds co‑design remains under‑researched and underutilised, yet is meaningful, supporting participation, connection, belonging and learning. Future work should better define co‑design and invest in facilitation roles.
Evaluation
Enliven pilot project evaluation: final report
Enliven Community is a shared support facilitation model which includes facilitators who help National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants coordinate their support and communicate with providers. This independent evaluation explored residents' experiences with the Enliven Community Pilot Project and assessed its effectiveness in achieving positive outcomes.