Supported Independent Living (SIL)

Supported Independent Living funding is provided through the NDIS for people who need regular or intensive assistance at home. It includes help with daily routines and skill building so you can live with greater confidence and independence.

While SIL remains a formal funding category in some plans, shared and individualised supports are often funded under other parts of the Home and Living framework. We focus on designing support arrangements based on your needs, not just the funding label/category.

SIL = Support in your home

It does not cover the cost of the home, rent, or day to day expenses.

We don’t believe in one size fits all. Our supports are designed around you - your routines, culture, goals, and future vision.

Each home we support has a dedicated Service Manager and trained staff who apply a person-centred, Active Support approach.

Whether you need a few hours a day or 24/7 support, we’ll walk alongside you to create a support model that suits your life.

Depending on your needs and goals, we can support you with:

• Personal care (showering, grooming, hygiene)
• Cooking and meal planning
• Cleaning, laundry, and household tasks
• Medication support
• Attending appointments and community activities
• Building daily living and decision-making skills

We focus on doing with you, not for you, to help build your confidence, independence, and life skills. Whether you’re looking for SIL support or exploring other support options, we adapt our approach to fit your support needs and ensure you have the assistance required to live independently.

You may be eligible for SIL or other daily supports if you:

• Require regular assistance to live independently
• Want to build skills and confidence in a stable home environment
• Would benefit from shared or individualised supports in your home

To access these supports, you will need Home and Living goals in your NDIS plan and assessments from allied health professionals. Your support coordinator or therapy team will guide the planning and evidence process. We’ll work collaboratively with them to ensure a smooth transition into your own home or SIL accommodation.

Yooralla has been empowering people with disability to live empowered, connected lives for over 100 years. We’re committed to rights-based, person-led support that grows and adapts with you. When you choose Yooralla, you’re choosing:

• A flexible, future-focused support provider
• Skilled teams who listen, understand, and adapt to your needs
• Support in homes that suit your needs and goals
• A collaborative approach to care, safety, and wellbeing

At Yooralla, we believe your home should support your independence, not limit your options. Whether you’re looking for SIL support or exploring more independent living options, we work with you to design the support that works best for your lifestyle.

Yooralla provides daily supports in Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) across Victoria — including homes enrolled under all SDA design categories, from Basic to High Physical Support. We work in partnership with SDA providers to offer SIL support in accessible homes.

All of our SDA properties meet the NDIS standards, and our focus is on delivering consistent, high-quality support tailored to each person’s needs.

We’re also exploring innovative support models, including shared supports in apartment settings, to offer participants more choice, flexibility, and independence.