{"id":1956,"date":"2023-11-03T16:51:07","date_gmt":"2023-11-03T16:51:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sydneyhealthcare.net.au\/?p=1956"},"modified":"2023-11-04T21:00:17","modified_gmt":"2023-11-04T21:00:17","slug":"what-is-supported-independent-living","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sydneyhealthcare.net.au\/blog\/what-is-supported-independent-living\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Supported Independent Living? Your 5 Most-Asked Questions, Answered"},"content":{"rendered":"
Remember the days when independence meant having your own set of house keys or buying your first car? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Times change, and the definition of independence has shifted, especially for people on the NDIS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now, it might be more about maintaining your lifestyle while getting the necessary support to do so. That’s precisely where Supported Independent Living<\/a>, or SIL, fits in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n SIL is a living arrangement specifically for people with a disability on the NDIS who require consistent, significant support seven days a week, even overnight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s not an institution or a full-time care facility, but a way to empower people with disabilities to live as independently as they can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The focus isn’t on what you can’t do, but on supporting what you can do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It creates an environment where you can thrive on your own terms, while still having specialised support available when you need it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need proof that SIL changes lives,, there are over 36,000 active participants<\/a> who benefit from SIL in 2023. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that you know SIL is a legitimate support program, you\u2019re probably wondering if you\u2019re even eligible for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are there certain criteria or requirements to meet? Let\u2019s find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First up, eligibility can differ depending on where you are and what specific services you have an eye on. But generally speaking, here are some non-negotiables:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Usually, you need to be at least 18 years old. This age requirement makes sure that you’re entering into a space that’s designed for adults with the skills and maturity to engage in a semi-independent lifestyle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Though some facilities may cater to younger people with specific needs. Always check the specific age guidelines for the SIL service you’re considering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A professional needs to see that you actually require this level of support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This isn’t just a checkbox but a big process that takes into account your day-to-day living needs, your ability to perform certain tasks, and whether the environment will genuinely benefit you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This involves a series of interviews and maybe even some tests or observations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There’s usually a financial assessment involved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This isn’t just to see if you can afford the service but also to check if you qualify for any subsidies or financial aid, particularly NDIS funding<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The last thing anyone wants is for you to move in and then struggle to keep up with the payments, so it’s about making sure it’s a sustainable choice for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSo, what is Supported Independent Living?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Are you eligible for Supported Independent Living?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Age factor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Assessment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Financial<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Medical conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n