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SIL Accommodation in Melbourne
Supported Independent Living in Melbourne
Special Care Australia provides personalised Supported Independent Living (SIL) support in Melbourne for NDIS participants who need assistance with daily living while building greater independence. Our support is tailored to each participant's goals, routines, preferences and level of support needs.
How Our SIL Support Works From First Call to Feeling at Home
From your first enquiry, we help you explore suitable SIL accommodation and support options based on your goals, daily routines, preferences and support needs. Our team works with you to create a comfortable living environment that supports independence and choice.
Getting Started
We begin with a free consultation to understand your support needs, goals, preferred location and living arrangements, then help you explore suitable SIL options. Ready to discuss your SIL options? Make an NDIS referral to speak with our team.
Support in Action
Depending on individual needs, SIL support may include personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, daily living assistance and support to develop everyday skills.
The Outcome
The goal is to help participants build greater independence, confidence and daily living skills while receiving the level of support they need in a safe and comfortable home.
We focus on the whole person, building skills, confidence, and connection
Our NDIS support services and SIL support are tailored to each participant's individual needs, with assistance designed to support daily routines, personal care, household tasks, skill development and community participation and activities.
Personal Care Support
Support with personal care, grooming, hygiene and everyday activities, provided respectfully and according to each participant's needs and preferences.
Meals & Nutrition
Support with meal planning, grocery shopping and food preparation, including assistance with individual dietary or sensory requirements.
Daily Routines & Tasks
Assistance with household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, organising the home and maintaining everyday routines while encouraging participants to build their independence.
Skills & Confidence
Support to develop practical life skills such as budgeting, using public transport, managing daily routines and participating more confidently in community activities.
Finding the Right Home and Support Under the NDIS
Understanding the difference between SIL and SDA can help you choose the right NDIS home and living support for your circumstances.
SIL (Supported Independent Living)
Supported Independent Living (SIL) funds the support a participant needs to live as independently as possible. It can include assistance with personal care, everyday activities, household tasks, skill development and supervision, depending on individual support needs and NDIS funding. If you are considering SIL, read our guide on what participants and families should know before starting SIL.
SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation)
Funds the home, not the support. SDA provides funding for specially designed housing for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. These homes include accessibility features and design modifications that help participants live safely and independently.
SDA funding covers the physical property itself, while support services such as SIL (Supported Independent Living) are funded separately and can be delivered within an SDA home.
Shared SIL Living vs Individual Support
Shared SIL Living: Live in a shared home with suitable housemates while receiving support based on your individual needs and daily routines.
Individual Support:Where appropriate, participants may receive more individualised support based on their needs, goals and preferred living arrangements.
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FAQs
What is Supported Independent Living (SIL) under the NDIS?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is an NDIS support that helps people with disability live more independently. It can provide assistance with personal care, household tasks, daily routines, skill development and other everyday activities based on individual support needs.
Who can access Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
SIL is for NDIS participants who need regular support with daily living activities and want to develop greater independence. Eligibility depends on individual needs, goals, and NDIS plan funding.
What does SIL support include?
SIL support may include personal care, cooking, cleaning, laundry, medication assistance, household tasks, daily routines, social participation and support to develop everyday living skills.
How does SIL help people with disability?
SIL helps participants develop greater independence by providing appropriate support while encouraging choice, confidence, daily living skills and participation in the community.
Does Special Care Australia provide SIL services?
Yes, Special Care Australia provides personalised Supported Independent Living services in Melbourne, with support tailored to each participant’s goals, preferences and individual needs.