Supported Independent Living

Do you want to live as independently as possible? The NDIS provides Supported Independent Living (SIL) funding so you can find the right staff to support you with daily tasks in your home. SIL funding is also available to those who live in shared accommodation with other NDIS participants.

At CareChoice, our Supported Independent Living (SIL) services are available to participants with allocated SIL funding, no matter their support needs. We have an experienced team that will work with you to develop SIL supports that are completely tailored to your needs. This can include shared hours of one-to-one or two-to-one support and include any type of overnight support.

What is Supported Independent Living?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is round-the-clock assistance with daily tasks to enable NDIS participants to live as independently as possible while building their skills and capacity with the support of the right staff.

Some of the services CareChoice provides include:

• 24-hour support, including overnight (active or inactive)
• Personal care
• Mobility support
• Medication assistance
• Shopping and meal preparation
• Domestic support
• Therapy support

Some examples of daily living expenses not covered with SIL funding include:

• Groceries and paid activities
• Rent
• Utilities

Who can access SIL support?

SIL is best suited for participants who have high support needs. This means you require a significant amount of help throughout the day. The amount of SIL funding you receive depends on the level and type of support you need to live independently, and what is considered reasonable and necessary for your needs. Some factors taken into consideration include:

• Your individual circumstances and needs
• Your age
• Your goals and preferences
• Your independence
• Living skills and capacity building needs
• Modifications to your home or assistive technology to increase independence
• Safety information, reports and assessments provided by you, health professionals and providers

What’s the difference between SDA and SIL?

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is specifically designed housing for participants with complex care needs, while Supported Independent Living (SIL) is the onsite supports that provide assistance with daily tasks and help participants to develop independent living skills.

Some participants may be eligible for funding for both SDA and SIL, this will be funded separately in your plan to provide more flexibility with service providers.

Who can help you with Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

We can! CareChoice has experience working with support coordinators, families and other professionals to develop quotes based on available assessments and other support documentation.

We have a high success rate of getting our quotes approved so if you are looking for quality support to live as independently as possible, please contact us to discuss what we can do for you!

To make an enquiry please call 1300 737 942 or click here