Supported Independent Living (SIL)

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

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

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

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

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