Supported Independent Living (SIL)

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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.

Afford’s Supported Independent Living (SIL) houses

Afford supports people to live as independently as possible. We will make sure your SIL house meets your support needs. We can provide support staff 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.

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Stay connected with your family and friends with CareApp

Afford’s SIL houses are connected by CareApp. CareApp is a communication platform to keep you connected with your family and friends. The app is easy to use, safe and secure so you can share photos, videos and important updates. CareApp is available for all our clients. Click here for more information.

Who will I live with in one of Afford’s Supported Independent Living homes?

Afford will find the right SIL house for you – whether that’s living with just one other person, or more people. We will match you with housemates who have similar hobbies and interests to yours.

Why should I choose Supported Independent Living?

Supported Independent Living accommodation is great for NDIS participants who:

• Are ready to live more independently, either on their own or with other people
• Have goals that align with assisted living and residential living
• Need person-to-person assisted living support in a safe and accessible home environment
• Meet the eligibility criteria for Supported Independent Living.

NDIS Funding Information (including eligibility criteria)

Supported Independent Living is a NDIS support package that lets you live with other people with disability, or on your own.

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.

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.

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