Supported independent living is one of the kinds of NDIS funding that provides support to people with disabilities. Independent support living is a special kind of support offered to only those who are eligible for it. These supports are provided to people having both physical and mental disabilities. These supports are especially for people who need 24*7 support while living in a shared home.
SIL is a kind of NDIS support where a person with a disability lives with other people. Many people with disabilities cannot live on their own and require support to live their everyday lives. Under these supports, people with disabilities will receive everyday tasks like cleaning, cooking, and personal care.
SIL also helps people with disabilities in improving their life skills and help them live their lives with much more comfort than before. SIL means two and seven people can share a home, and each person will have their own private room. SIL also enable people with disabilities to communicate with other people and improve their social skills.
If you have SIL in your NDIS plan, you can get 24*7 support for the following:
These are the important supports that are covered under-supported independent living. The SIL also provides disability advice to people with disability to make them aware of their surroundings and the services they require to live an independent life.
We at BOCS are here to provide NDIS Supported Independent Living.
Here are the three different levels of support-
Lower needs- these supports are not accessible 24*7. This support includes supervision of living arrangements
Standard needs- under this, there is 24*7 support provided. Under this, assistance and supervision of daily tasks are provided to the people to live comfortably and do the tasks with ease.
Higher needs- under this, 24* 7 active support is provided. They also offer overnight support for these needs. It includes managing behaviours that require positive behaviour support and assistance.
These were the levels of needs that are covered under the supports provided by supported independent living.
What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)? It’s the everyday support you need to live as independently as possible.
Under SIL funding, you have support workers to assist you with daily living tasks around the home.
This includes support with personal care and managing household tasks. For example, showering and dressing, cooking and eating, cleaning, and shopping.
Our SIL staff at BOCS also partners with you to build your daily living skills and grow your independence.
If you are looking for Supported Independent Living in Brisbane, look no further than BOCS.
The NDIS gives SDA funding to people who need specialist housing solutions. These people have very high support needs and meet specific eligibility criteria, and SDA houses are specially designed or modified to be more accessible. SDA funding is for the cost of the home or building you live in. You will usually still need to pay rent or other personal costs to live in SDA.
Whether you are ready to move out or still considering your options, BOCS’s Coordination Team is available to listen and provide help.