Fraud Blocker
Woman holding a red heart sculpture

NDIS Supported Independent Living (SIL) for Mental Health in Sydney

What is Supported Independent Living?

If you’re part of the NDIS program, you may have the opportunity to access NDIS Supported Independent Living (SIL). This means you can live with housemates, access round-the-clock care, and enjoy greater independence.

At the heart of the NDIS philosophy lies the principle of choice and control. This empowers individuals to have a significant voice in the support they receive and the goals they aspire to achieve. SIL NDIS homes are designed to put this principle into action, enabling people to take charge of their living situations and support services, ultimately helping them to create the life they truly desire.
SIL HOME
SIL HOME 2
SIL HOme 3
SIL HOME 4

What is Supported Independent Living?

Matching Participants

Our experienced matchmakers carefully pair participants to ensure housemates share similar needs, goals, and aspirations. This fosters meaningful connections, combats feelings of isolation, and promotes overall well-being, a cornerstone of NDIS-supported independent living.

Personalised Support

We provide tailored support that addresses the unique needs of each individual. Our SIL accommodation and SIL providers empower our users to live independently, manage their mental health, and actively engage in daily activities.

SIL HOME HORSELEY
Capacity Building and Skill Development
We prioritise assisting participants in developing essential life skills, such as financial management, cooking, cleaning, and personal care. These skills boost independence and self-confidence, enhancing the quality of life.
Community Integration
Living in our SIL homes, our esteemed mental-health supported independent living, facilitates community integration, enabling residents to forge connections, participate in local activities, and combat feelings of isolation and loneliness.
Safe and Comfortable
A stable and secure place to live is fundamental for anyone’s well-being. Our SIL homes provide a safe and comfortable living environment, which can be crucial for people with psychosocial disabilities who may face housing instability due to their condition.
Mental Health Trained Staff
Our dedicated support staff are trained mental health professionals equipped to address the unique challenges of psychosocial disabilities. They offer assistance with coping strategies, symptom management, and access to mental health services, ensuring residents’ well-being remains a top priority.

Accommodation Options within Astute Living Care in the Illawarra/Sydney Region

What accommodation options do we offer? You’ll see many acronyms being used like SIL, ILO, PRO, STA or MTA -but what do they mean? 

SIL: Supported Independent Living:

SIL funding are offered to participants that require 24/7 care. At most SIL homes staff are present at all hours – some homes will have staff on awake shifts meaning they’re awake overnight to support the participants or sleepover shift meaning the staff have their own room and won’t be awake to assist however if there is an emergency they’re on hand.  

In a SIL home, the role of the staff is to support the participants – these can include assistance with their daily routine, attending appointments, cooking together & improving life skills.  

All participants that live in SIL with pay board & living expenses – this will include rent, bills (electricity, water, internet etc) & food. No included is personal shopping: clothes, personal care items, medication etc.   

ILO: Independent Living Options:

ILO is a type of funding for participants that want to explore different ways to live with a friend, a partner, or on their own, while getting all the formal and informal supports you need without the need for 24/7 support. ILO doesn’t pay for your house or dwelling itself but gives you the freedom to live the way you choose.  

STA: Short Term Accommodation:

STA replaces what used to be called respite services. STA is a funding model for participants that require a short stay away from their home. This gives the participant the chance to try new things, make friends and learn skills. It also gives their carers a short break from their informal support role.  

MTA: Medium Term Accommodation:  

MTA can help participants who need a place to live whilst they’re waiting for a confirmed long-term accommodation. MTA funding is a one-off funding option, for stays of up to three months (90 days), or six months (180 days), for those being discharged from hospital. MTA doesn’t include any formal support; it is only for the housing component.  

Private Rental Options: 

A Private Rental Options are for Participants that want choice & control over where they will but need assistance to privately rent a dwelling for themselves. These participants may not have the informal support around them to assist with ILO but also don’t want to live in SIL. We will support you to find a rental property, help setup all utilities, assist you with your daily supports in & out of the community. This option is customisable & offered only at Astute Living Care.  

WE HAVE FEW AVAILABLE SLOTS LEFT!

We are pleased to inform you that there are currently available slots for new residents. Please contact us to learn more about availability and schedule a tour of the property. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our vibrant community. Reach out today and secure your slot in this exceptional living space.

FAQS

Our team leaders are equipped with social work qualifications, ensuring that our SIL houses are led by individuals with expertise in providing compassionate guidance and support. This approach nurtures an environment conducive to personal growth and independence among our participants.

In all our SIL houses, we have purpose-built sensory rooms specially designed to offer crucial support for participants needing assistance with self-regulation. These dedicated spaces are thoughtfully crafted to promote overall well-being in a calming and therapeutic manner, ensuring individuals receive the support they need to thrive.

At Astute Living Care, we offer a variety of daily activities aimed at developing skills and fostering independence among our participants. These activities include:

  • Cooking and meal preparation
  • Personal care tasks such as showering, medication distribution, and learning essential skills like navigating public transport
  • Engaging in walking groups, cooking groups, home and financial management sessions, as well as social events
  • Our goal is to actively involve clients in the daily operations of the house, empowering them to lead fulfilling and independent lives

We’re more than just providers – we’re partners in your journey towards a life filled with fulfilment and independence. Reach out to us today and begin your journey toward a brighter future!