Supported Independent Living (SIL)

At the moment we are taking expressions of interest in a SIL house on a 1:2 or 1:3 ratio. Located in Scarborough, with an amazing support team with vast experience in Psycho-social, Physical and Intellectual Disabilities. Support is tailored to your needs with flexibility. At this SIL location we are currently taking Agency and Plan Managed (females only).

Vacancies also exist in in a High Physical Support SDA in Morayfield. SIL support is in place with an amazing team on a 1:3 ratio. Here we are taking Agency and Plan Managed individuals.

Living cohesively with housemates can be an enriching experience that leads to creating comfort in various aspects of your life. Whether its learning how to manage meals or shared cleaning duties, the ability to make these decisions on one's own, progresses your own self sufficiency and confidence while living with others. While a shared experience creates camaraderie, ultimately the aim of Supported Independent Living is building your own individual confidence so that you can live independently at some stage in the future. In addition, gaining an understanding of how your lifestyle relates to budgeting gives an added boost when striving for your autonomy.

What Are Supported Independent Living Services?

Supported Independent Living or SIL is a service and funding solution by the NDIS. It provides, in many cases, 24/7 support and care to those who are of old age or are currently living with illness or physical disabilities. SIL services are available to adults with an intellectual and/or physical disability in the Brisbane area. The service assists people to live in their own homes, sometimes by themselves, but often sharing a house with one or two others. SIL services are designed to help people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, with the support they need to achieve their goals and live a fulfilling life. SIL services can include assistance with daily living tasks, such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care, as well as support with social and recreational activities. SIL services can also provide assistance with transport, shopping, and other tasks that are necessary for daily living. SIL services are tailored to meet the individual needs of each person, and can be provided on a short-term or long-term basis, depending on the person’s needs and circumstances. SIL services are funded by the NDIS, and are available to people who meet the eligibility criteria for the scheme.

How Does Supported Independent Living Work?

In order to work out how SIL operates, one must start with understanding the individual's needs and abilities. In doing so, working closely with one of our support coordinators and others in the support team has proven to be beneficial in discovering a budget for the SIL. As it is based on an annual figure, the billing process is divided into daily installments. This also leaves opportunities for those participating in SIL to personalise your goals and aspirations to achieving more independence.

Housing and Supported Independent Living

In this day and age sourcing housing and finding suitable living arrangements that meet your needs can be a prolonged, tedious process. Living independently is different for everyone as we all have different needs and support services to make the transition easier.

To make your journey easier, we provide comprehensive Supported Independent Living services that provide personalised support by Qualified SIL Staff to those seeking to create a new home away from home.

This means finding a place that suits your individual requirements and assisting in securing the necessary funding for your new accommodation from the NDIS. So if you or someone you know is looking for the ideal residence, Inner Health Counselling and Support can help provide your accommodation solution.

The different types of independent living services provided by IHCS ensure you are well looked after during your search. We have a comprehensive accommodation placement analysis process to discover exactly what your needs are before beginning a search; as well as Supported Independent Living services which offer ongoing assistance to those who require it after you have found the right place for you. 

With our expertise and support, we will ensure you have all the necessary support while settling into your new home.