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Supported Independent Living
Supported Independent Living (SIL) refers to a form of accommodation and support provided to individuals with disabilities who have the goal of living as independently as possible. SIL enables individuals to live in their own home or a shared living arrangement while receiving the necessary support to maintain their independence and participate in their community. SIL is considered a support category that can be included in a participant’s NDIS plan. It is designed to assist individuals who require a higher level of support with activities of daily living, such as personal care, household tasks, meal preparation, and managing their finances.
The support provided in Supported Independent Living can vary based on the individual’s needs and preferences. It may involve assistance from support workers who visit the individual’s home, live-in support staff, or a combination of both. The level of support can range from a few hours per week to 24/7 support, depending on the participant’s requirements.
What are some types of SIL?
In Supported Independent Living (SIL), there are different types of arrangements available –Individual Supported Living: You can live in your own home or apartment with support from caregivers based on your needs.
Shared Supported Living: You have the option to live with others in a shared home or apartment, with support provided by caregivers.
Cluster Living: This involves living in a cluster of individual units with shared facilities and staff support.
Supported Accommodation Facilities: These are purpose-built or modified accommodations designed for individuals with disabilities, with staff available for support.
The specific type of SIL arrangement you choose depends on your preferences and the availability of suitable options. The goal is to provide the necessary support for you to live independently while ensuring your well-being and community participation.
How can we help?
Ream Community Services can provide assistance with Supported Independent Living (SIL) in the following ways:
- Assessment and Planning: We will work closely with you to assess your support needs and develop a personalized plan for SIL. This involves understanding your goals, preferences, and the level of support required to live independently.
- Accommodation Placement: Ream Community Services can help you find suitable SIL accommodations based on your needs and preferences.
- Support Coordination: We offer support coordination services to help you navigate the NDIS system and access the funding available for SIL. We can assist in understanding funding guidelines, developing budgets, and managing the financial aspects of your SIL arrangement.
- Staffing and Support: Ream Community Services can provide trained support staff who can assist you with daily living activities, personal care, household tasks, and accessing community services. We ensure that you receive the appropriate level of support to live independently.
- Ongoing Assistance: We continue to provide ongoing support and coordination to ensure that your SIL arrangement is working effectively. We can help address any issues or make adjustments as needed to support your independence and well-being.
Ream Community Services acts as a reliable partner in your SIL journey, helping you navigate the process, access appropriate accommodation, and receive the necessary support to live independently and participate in the community. We work closely with you to tailor the support to your specific needs and goals, ensuring a personalized and empowering SIL experience.
To learn more, get in touch with Ream Community services! Call us on 02 86047085 or email us at admin@reamservices.com.au
Choose the right disability accommodation for your needs
We have homes for people looking to live in a shared home environment with housemates who share similar life stages, interests and disability support needs.
We’ve created innovative disability homes specially built for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs.
If you’re thinking about disability accommodation for your future, let us know as there may be upcoming vacancies that suit your needs.
Whether you need a short break or a place to stay while transitioning to a more permanent home. Short Term Accommodation (STA) is your home away from home.
Have a question about Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a shared living arrangement of 2 to 7 NDIS participants, with 24/7 support in a home environment. SIL supports people with disability that require assistance with daily life tasks. Each resident is funded individually and the funding reflects their individual and shared support in the home.
The NDIA has set criteria to access funding for SIL based on ‘reasonable & necessary supports’. To be eligible for SIL funding, a participant must:
- Provide evidence that they are unable to live without 24/7 supports. This is identified through a Functional Assessment Report (FAR) undertaken by an Allied Health professional.
- Provide an Identifying Housing Solution’s report by a support coordinator.
Eligibility must also:
- Take into account informal supports provided by families, carers, networks and the community.
- Be effective and beneficial to the participant.
We can support you in determining your eligibility for funding.
We will provide you with support with daily life tasks within your home as a group or individually. Support has the intent of building independence and may include:
- cooking and preparing meals
- personal care such as showering
- distributing medication
- learning to catch public transport
- social outings with other housemates
- taking you to medical appointments and recreation activities.
Funding for SIL begins only when your eligibility has been determined and you have found a home and housemates to move in with. Once these steps have been completed then we can support you in submitting funding requests to the NDIA for approval.
Now that your eligibility has been determined, we can start to find a home and housemates for you to move in with. These actions must be completed before we start the process of submission for SIL funding with the NDIS. Authority We have a team of experts on hand to support you in starting this process, contact our friendly “matchmakers” today to begin your journey.
SIL funding is dependent on the level of care required for the resident and is categorised as standard or complex, your NDIS funding covers support needs only. The cost of support does NOT include:
- rental for the home;
- day-to-day living expenses such as food, activities or supports when hospitalised;
- items covered in other sections of the NDIS price guide such as assistive technology, transport costs, day program and work.
Additional costs can be found in the NDIS Price List.
Please click on the link below to view Our Resident Rent and Services Fees.
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If you’d like to find out more about SIL funding and eligibility, simply fill in the contact form below, and one of our team members will give you a call to discuss your options further.
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