Supported Independent Living (SIL)
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Supported Independent Living (SIL) Services
What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is designed to provide individuals living with a disability the opportunity to live as independently as possible in their own home or shared accommodation. Within SIL, you receive individualised supports which assist in the basics of daily life, developing independence skills in daily living activities, and participating fully within a community– all with the choice to live your lifestyle, your way.
Why Choose Seven Angels For SIL?
Support Coordination is a funded NDIS service that can help you the most of your NDIS plan. Making a better life happen by reaching your NDIS goals doesn’t have to be hard when your support network is centred around you. You have control over what supports you get, and we connect you with local services that are right for you. That’s how we do things at Seven Angels. Our experienced support coordinators help put the proper supports in place to maintain and build your independence. We understand you have your individual needs, so we take the time to get to know you, and find out your goals and interests.
From there, we will assist you in understanding your plan options and referring you to suitable local providers, and work through any challenges you may face, together.
- Person centred support - Your goals, preferences, and routine guide how we provide you with support.
- Experienced, qualified support workers - Our staff understand the different needs of people with disability and provide supports in a respectful manner.
- Support in safe and welcoming homes - We assist you find or maintain a living situation that suits your comfort and lifestyle.
- Flexible hours & supports: Day, night, weekend - we suit the times you usually need support.
- Local knowledge & connections - We know Melbourne's communities and resources which contact with services can assist in reducing social isolation.
Creating a Brighter Tomorrow
What Does SIL Support Include?
Our SIL services provide a wide range of support, including:
- Assistance in personal medical care (bathing and dressing, and grooming)
- Food preparation and nutrition assistance
- Reminders and management of medication
- Household chores and cleaning
- Developing social, communication, and life skills.
- Assistance with budgeting and daily living decisions
Who Can Benefit From SIL?
SIL is particularly ideal for participants of the NDIS who wish to live more independently but require some support to manage daily life. With SIL, you may live alone or with housemates; it is a safe and supported environment where you can thrive.
How To Get Started With SIL At Seven Angels
When you start with our NDIS Support Coordination team, we’ll:
- Contact us for a friendly consultation.
- We’ll discuss your goals, needs, and preferences.
- Our team will help coordinate your supports and living arrangements.
- You receive ongoing review and personalised support to keep progressing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a type of NDIS support that helps individuals with disabilities live as independently as possible, usually in a shared or individual home setting, with assistance for daily tasks
SIL is available to NDIS participants who require significant support with daily personal activities. Eligibility is assessed during your NDIS planning meeting.
Support includes help with personal care, cooking, cleaning, medication management, community participation, and developing independent living skills—tailored to each resident’s needs.
Not always. While some SIL homes are shared accommodations (like group homes), others may be individual units where residents live alone but still receive support. The setup depends on the person’s preference and support needs.
No. SIL funding covers the support services, but rent and day-to-day living costs (like food and utilities) are not included and must be paid separately—often using your Disability Support Pension or other funding.
No. SIL funding covers the support services, but rent and day-to-day living costs (like food and utilities) are not included and must be paid separately—often using your Disability Support Pension or other funding.
