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Supported Independent Living (SIL) Empowering independence, every day

24/7 support built around your life. SIL is NDIS funded support that helps you live independently, in your own place or shared accommodation, with the daily assistance you need to thrive.

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Registered NDIS provider

What is SIL?

Whether it's personal care, meal prep, household tasks, getting out in the community, or building new skills, we're right there with you. Support that's available 24/7, built around your life.

Why choose EDC for SIL

  • Support that evolves with you as your goals and needs change
  • Smooth, well planned transitions from hospital, correctional facilities, family home, or another provider
  • Structured care with regular reviews, but with room for spontaneity and fun
  • Care that sees the whole person: trauma informed, culturally aware
  • Flexible housing through our national network, often arranged within 2–3 weeks

Who we support

Mental health & psychosocial

Including anxiety, PTSD and schizophrenia.

Intellectual & developmental

People with intellectual or developmental disabilities, with personalised, respectful support.

Autism spectrum

Sensory considerate environments with PBS trained staff.

Complex physical health needs

In consultation with nurses and allied health.

Crisis or transition

Coming from hospital, justice, or unstable housing.

Community & culture

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Your SIL journey, step by step

Getting to know you

Personalised intake, holistic needs assessment, goal conversation.

Developing your SIL plan

A care plan created together, covering personal care, positive behaviour support, life skills and cultural needs.

Finding the right home

Tours, accessibility and sensory assessments, modifications, lease support.

Coordinating the transition

Liaising with hospital, prior provider or justice teams.

Moving in

On site team, welcome plan, housemate introductions, first day routines.

Building your routine

Daily living, life skills, social outings, community activities.

Monitoring, reviews & growth

Fortnightly reports, monthly reviews, quarterly goal meetings.

Living, thriving, moving forward

Strengthening independence and connecting to long term goals.

What's included in SIL support

  • Personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming
  • Household management: cleaning, laundry, meal prep
  • Health and medication support: medication management and appointment coordination
  • Social and recreational participation: events, clubs and outings
  • Skill development: budgeting, cooking, communication
  • Transportation assistance
  • Crisis and behavioural support: PBS strategies and anxiety management

How EDC monitors progress

  • Fortnightly progress reports from your House Supervisor
  • Monthly reviews by your Service Manager, shared with family and support coordinator
  • Quarterly goal monitoring plan
  • Internal audits for quality and compliance

Supported Independent Living: common questions

What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

SIL is NDIS funding for help with everyday tasks, such as personal care, cooking, cleaning and getting out into the community, so you can live as independently as possible. It's usually provided in a shared home, with support workers there when you need them, up to 24 hours a day.

Does SIL funding cover rent?

No. SIL funds the support, not the home. You still pay rent and day to day living costs such as food and utilities, usually from your income or the Disability Support Pension. If you're eligible for Specialist Disability Accommodation, that funding covers the cost of the specialised home itself.

How do I get SIL in my NDIS plan?

SIL is assessed by the NDIA as part of your home and living supports. You or your support coordinator can ask for a home and living review, usually with reports from allied health professionals that describe your support needs. Once SIL is in your plan, we work with you on a roster of support and help you find the right home.

What's the difference between SIL and SDA?

SIL is the support you receive: the people. SDA is the specialised home: the bricks and mortar. Many participants have both, but you can receive SIL without living in an SDA home.

Can I choose who I live with?

Yes. We look at compatibility, routines and interests, and you can tour the home and meet potential housemates before you decide. Browse our current SIL vacancies to see what's available.