Feel at home with support shaped around you.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) provides support with everyday life at home, shaped around your needs, routines and goals.
Spend time doing the things you enjoy, share everyday moments with others and feel at home in a place where you’re known and understood.
Whether you’re exploring SIL for the first time or considering a new place to live, the Accommodation Team can help you understand your options and what might suit you.
What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is support with everyday tasks at home for people who need daily support.
The support you receive is shaped around your needs, routines and goals, while the home is shared with other residents.
Support may include:
- Personal care and everyday routines.
- Cooking, shopping and shared meals.
- Household tasks and daily living skills.
- Support to take part in your community and activities you enjoy.
- Living with people who respect your choices and support your goals.
Who SIL is for?
SIL may be an option if you’re looking for support with everyday life at home.
- Feel at home in a welcoming, shared living environment.
- Live with people who share your interests and routines.
- Get support with everyday tasks and routines at home.
SIL is generally for people who have Supported Independent Living funding in their NDIS plan.
What You Can Expect
Your support is shaped around your needs, routines and goals, while respecting the needs and choices of the people you live with.
You can expect:
- A bright, welcoming and accessible home.
- Friendly, skilled Support Coaches who get to know you, your interests and your goals.
- Support with everyday routines, meals and household activities.
- Opportunities to get involved in the local community and enjoy new experiences.
- Support that reflects your routines, interests and goals.
Understanding SIL Funding
Your NDIS plan may fund the support you receive at home through Supported Independent Living (SIL).
SIL funding can cover eligible support with everyday tasks, based on the supports included in your NDIS plan.
SIL funding does not generally cover everyday living costs such as:
- Rent
- Food
- Household expenses such as electricity, gas and internet
Not sure what your NDIS plan covers? The Accommodation Team can help you understand your funding, living costs and what to consider when exploring SIL.
Ready to Explore Supported Independent Living?
Whether you’re exploring SIL for the first time or considering a change, the Accommodation Team can answer your questions about support, funding and current living opportunities.
