Housing Services

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is an NDIS funded service that empowers individuals with higher support needs to live dignified and autonomous lives within their own homes. These spaces typically include skill-building support and other forms of care and coordination, but the ultimate goal is to help residents become as independent as possible.

Tailored assistance with daily living tasks: From personal care and meal preparation to managing finances and transportation, SIL offers the support individuals need to navigate everyday living.
Skill-building opportunities: The program actively works to equip residents with the skills and confidence to handle tasks independently over time. This might involve practising budgeting, using assistive technology, or mastering household chores.
Care coordination and support: A dedicated team ensures residents receive the necessary medical care, therapy, and other services to maintain their well-being and overall health.
SIL can be provided in various settings, including:

Shared living arrangements: Residents live together in a house, apartment or community residential unite with other ndis participants who also require support. This fosters peer support and a sense of community.
Individual living arrangements: Some individuals may choose to live independently in their own apartments or homes with dedicated NDIS support staff available.
Ultimately, SIL is about providing individuals with the tools and resources they need to lead fulfilling and independent lives. It’s about recognizing their potential and creating a supportive environment where they can thrive.

SDA refers to Specialist Disability Accommodation and refers to a range of housing that is designed for participants who have an extreme functional impairment and very high support needs. Much like SIL, SDA homes are tailored to provide a supportive and accessible living environment for individuals.

As an SDA provider, Shine have a number of SDA homes available. get in touch today to discuss your needs.

Yes, the NDIS can fund Supported Independent Living (SIL), provided it aligns with a participant’s specific needs and goals.

Similar to all NDIS-funded supports, Supported Independent Living must meet specific criteria.  The amount of Supported Independent Living funding is determined by the level and type of support necessary for the participant to live as independently as possible. Their individual needs and circumstances are taken into account.