Supported Independent Living-SIL
Supported Independent Living-SIL
Supported independent living (SIL) helps you live in your home as independently as possible, while building your skills. It includes help or supervision with daily tasks, like personal care or cooking meals. Supported independent living is for people with higher support needs, who need some level of help at home all the time.
AmbaCare SIL homes (Supported Independent Living) may be just what you need. Our team will help you live independently in the community by providing vital care services, helping you learn valuable skills, and giving you opportunities to participate in community life.
Our SIL services include:
- Assistance with personal care tasks such as getting out of bed, grooming and having a shower
- Assistance with domestic tasks such as cooking, laundry, housework and cleaning
- Assistance with managing money, budgeting and grocery shopping
- Medication management
- Meal preparation
- Grocery shopping assistance
- Assistance with household jobs
- Learning valuable life skills
- Social activities and engaging with the community
- Transport to your appointments and activities
- Managing appointments and scheduling healthcare services
- Support for education and work
- Maintaining healthy routines and self-care practices
Where can I receive Supported Independent Living?
You can receive NDIS funded SIL services while living in the comfort of your own home, or if you have high level support needs, while living in Specialist Disability Accommodation.
You can also receive SIL services from carers and support workers in a shared living arrangement. This is where you live in a home with other individuals, and receive individualised support while enjoying the company of others.
If you decide you would like to live in shared accommodation, AmbaCare can assist you find a group home that is right for your needs – from being matched well with your housemates, to ensuring the property is well located and a place where you feel comfortable and supported.
AmbaCare provides professional and compassionate NDIS-funded Supported Independent Living services that is tailored to each individual, both in the home and in supported accommodation. For more information on the kinds of high quality services we provide, please get in touch for a FREE consultation.
