Supported Independent Living (SIL)
SIL is the name of one of the NDIS funding categories and is approved for people who need 24/7 support while living in a shared home or independently primarily to cover the cost of the support staff in the house and ensure people with disability live as independently as possible.
As SIL provider- Habitability will use the SIL funding (depending on the level of support) to provide quality support workers to help with and/or supervision of daily tasks to develop the skills of participants to live as independently as possible and can be used at a place of their choice which can be shared or individual arrangement including:
- Your own house where you live
- Privately rented property
- Your own property
- Shared or group homes
- Special Disability Accommodation
- Other Public Housing such as Department of housing and other similar services
There are 3 different levels of SIL funding. Based on your specific level of support required, Habitability Can help you find a home and you can choose who you live with and where Habitability’s SIL support includes assistance with all tasks of daily living. Examples but not limited to:
- Housekeeping, shopping, cooking, household budgeting, cleaning.
- Assistance with attending banks, shops, using public transport, participation in recreational activities and attending medical appointments.
- Participation in health & wellbeing activities in a fun & safe environment.
- Conflict resolution and mediation with support providers.
Available Accommodations
House
- 15-25 km from CBD
- All amenities
- Close to bus/train
- With small or medium backyard
- Pet friendly
- Quiet and safe suburb
- Can host 3-4 individuals and support staff (3-4 bedrooms)
Townhouse
- 5-15 km from CBD
- All amenities
- Close to bus/train
- Quiet and safe suburb
- Can host 2-3 individuals and support staff (2-3 bedrooms)
Unit/Apartment
- In CBD or 2-5 km away
- All amenities
- Close to bus/train
- Many sizes available for different needs
- Quiet and safe locations
- Clean and comfortable