Supported Independent Living Vacancies
Afford’s Supported Independent Living Vacancies in Brisbane
We support people to live as independently as possible in our SIL homes. We can provide support day and night, seven days a week if you need it. We have Afford vehicles so we can take you to appointments, the shops, community activities and social events.
Find your new home today!
We have a range of SIL house vacancies in Brisbane. These properties vary in size and have different accessibility features. Our SIL houses are close to public transport, parks, and shops so you can enjoy the local community.
We currently have SIL house vacancies in Redland Bay, Banksia Beach, Waterford, Regents Park, Deception Bay, Crestmead.
Redland Bay QLD 4165
This modern and spacious SIL house with a swimming pool is ideal for people seeking comfort, independence and social interaction.
Waterford QLD 4133
This house is spacious and modern with vinyl (timber-look) flooring and open-plan living. It has large kitchen, living and dining areas. There are also two separate lounge rooms to relax in.
Caboolture QLD 4510
This house has an accessible bathroom and two living rooms. The large backyard includes a swimming pool, entertainment area, garden, and a shed. The house is located in a quiet cul-de-sac close to public transport, shops, hospital, and parks.
Regents Park QLD 4118
This house features a large backyard with a swimming pool, entertainment area, BBQ and a garden shed to store tools and equipment.
Banksia Beach QLD 4507
This house is great for people who love to entertain. The house is spacious with open plan living, a large theatre room, outdoor entertainment area and a heated inground pool. The house is a short walk to the beach.
Caboolture QLD 4510
This house has ducted air conditioning, accessible bathroom, two living rooms, an outdoor entertainment area, and a large backyard for gardening. The house is located close to public transport, shops, a hospital, and parks.
Crestmead QLD 4132
The house is spacious and features open-plan living, with two separate lounge rooms to relax in.
Self-funded and Fee for Service Packages
You do not have to have government-approved funding packages, such as NDIS to access our disability supports and services.
Self-funded is a way for you to pay for services with your own money. This option provides flexibility to access the supports you need if you have a one-off request, or if your government funding package does not cover what you need. You can also self-fund supports while you wait for approval of a funding package.
Fee for Service Packages are also available for people who are self-funded and would like to access our range of disability services.
Contact us to explore your funding options.
How can I get funding to live in a SIL house?
Supported Independent Living is a NDIS support package that lets you live with other people with disability, or on your own. If you do not have NDIS SIL funding, we can support you to get funding. Visit the Supported Independent Living page on the NDIS website to learn more about SIL.
The NDIS SIL support package does not include rent and boarding costs. You can pay for these costs with your Disability Support Pension, Commonwealth Rent Assistance, or other sources of income you may have.
Life in an Afford SIL House
Jean and Stephen live in an Afford SIL house and feel like the luckiest people in the world.
Living in their SIL house, Jean and Stephen have a perfect balance of friendship, independence, hobbies and support.
Find out more information on what life is like for them in their Afford SIL home.
FAQs
What is Supported Independent Living?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a NDIS support package that lets you live with other people with disability, or on your own. It can include support for everyday tasks like cooking, cleaning and personal care, to build your independence. Our SIL houses can also connect you to new activities, social events and hobbies in your home and your local community.
How to apply for SIL NDIS?
Your NDIS planner or Local Area Coordinator can help you work out if Supported Independent Living is right for you. Some of the things you will think about together are:
- What supports you need in your home
- Your individual circumstances and needs
- Your age (SIL is for people aged 18 and over)
- Your goals and preferences
- Your independence, and skills development goals
- If modifications to your home or assistive technology may increase your independence and safety
- Information, reports and assessments provided by you, health professionals and other providers
- If you need significant person-to-person supports due to your disability support needs
- Other home and living options that might suit you
- What is value for money.
Who will I live with in a SIL house?
You will live with other Afford clients. We will spend time with you and ask you lots of questions to get to know you to find a home that is right for you with people who have shared interests. We will organise a time for you to visit the house that you are interested in and meet the residents.
Can I live with my partner or friend who also has SIL NDIS funding?
Yes. If they currently live in an Afford SIL house and there is a vacancy, we can see if it is the right match for you. We would be happy to work with you to make this choice happen.
If they are not a current Afford client and we have a suitable property that has vacancies, you can come and have a look at it. If we do not have a current vacancy that matches your needs, we could explore a partnership with a specialist disability accommodation (SDA) provider to create an opportunity that might work. We would be happy to discuss these options with you.
Can I live with my partner or friend who doesn’t have SIL NDIS funding?
Yes, but not with SIL funding in your plan and this would be different to our SIL homes. What you need to do is secure individualised living options (ILO) funding in your plan. That way you can be supported, but also live with someone who does not require support in your home. Afford partners with providers who have these types of homes. Please contact us to talk about options in your area.
Can I live on my own in a SIL house?
Currently Afford does not have any single occupancy properties. But we would happily work with a specialist disability accommodation (SDA) provider to try and make it happen once we understand your needs. If you have a house already, we would be happy to provide you with SIL supports in your home.
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