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What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) helps you live in your own home while receiving the daily support you need to live safely and confidently.

SIL is designed for people who require regular assistance with everyday tasks, while still maintaining as much independence as possible. Support is personalised and based on your individual needs, goals, and routine.

Support may be provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or at specific times during the day or night, depending on what is approved in your NDIS plan. This ensures you receive the right level of help without taking away your independence.

SIL support can include assistance with personal care, daily routines, meal preparation, medication reminders, household tasks, and developing independent living skills.

Support workers are there to help you build confidence, maintain routines, and participate in everyday life, while respecting your choices, privacy, and preferences.

It’s important to understand that SIL is about support services, not the building itself. You can receive SIL support in different types of housing, including private homes, shared living arrangements, or SDA housing.

 

How does SIL work? (Simple steps)
Check Your NDIS Plan

Your plan must include SIL funding.

Assessment

An assessment looks at what support you need each day.

Choose Home & Support

You choose where you live and who supports you.

Start Living with Support

Support workers help you daily and adjust support as needed.

What support does SIL include?

  • SIL can include support with:
  • Personal care Showering, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene
  • Meals and cooking Meal planning, cooking, and support with eating
  • Household tasks Cleaning, laundry, and keeping shared areas tidy
  • Daily routines Morning and evening routines, planning your day
  • Medication support Reminders or assistance as outlined in your plan
  • Overnight or 24/7 support Help available during the night if required
  • Support is shared with others living in the home, which helps keep it affordable.

Who is SIL for?

SIL is for people who:

  • Need regular daily support

  • Want to live with others in a shared home

  • Want to build independence skills

  • Have SIL funding included in their NDIS plan

  • Need support to stay safe at home

You can still make choices about your life and routines.

How SIL helps you

SIL can help you to:

  • Live as independently as possible

  • Learn daily living skills

  • Feel safe and supported

  • Build confidence and routine

  • Enjoy living with others

Support is always focused on your goals and abilities.

Where do people live in SIL?

People in SIL may live in:

Shared Home

A shared house with other participants

SDA Home

An SDA home (if SDA is funded)

Rented Home

A rented or provider-managed home

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Trusted by Our Clients

James Wilson
James Wilson
Client Family
Vertex has been really supportive with SIL. The staff are patient, respectful, and genuinely care about the people they support. Communication has been clear, and we feel confident knowing support is always there when needed
Emily Carter
Emily Carter
Participant
The in-home support has made a big difference to daily life. Support workers are reliable, friendly, and always respectful of routines and preferences. It feels comfortable having them in the home.
David Anderson
David Anderson
Participant
Vertex has helped with community access and social activities, and the support has been excellent. There’s real encouragement to build confidence and get involved, not just tick boxes.”
Laura Mitchell
Laura Mitchell
Client
The occupational therapy support was practical and easy to understand. Strategies were tailored to everyday needs, and progress was noticeable over time. Very professional and supportive.”
Jessica Roy
Jessica Roy
Participant
Physiotherapy services through Vertex were well organised and focused on real outcomes. The therapist explained everything clearly and worked at a comfortable pace.”

4.9 / 5.0 (Based on 46 reviews)

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