Supported Independent Living in Craigieburn: Choice and Independence

What Supported Independent Living Really Means

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is an NDIS funded support that helps people with disability live as independently as possible in their own home. It is not about doing everything for someone. It is about providing the right level of assistance so that participants can manage their daily lives with greater confidence and control.

SIL support can be provided in a range of living arrangements, including shared homes with compatible housemates or individual properties. Support may be scheduled during the day, in the evening, overnight or around the clock, depending on what a participant needs and what their NDIS plan funds.

In Craigieburn and the broader Hume local government area, participants from a wide range of backgrounds access SIL support as part of their journey toward a more self-directed life.

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Who Our SIL Support May Suit

Our Supported Independent Living services in Craigieburn may be a good fit if you or someone you support:

• Needs regular help with daily activities such as personal care, cooking or household tasks
• Requires overnight or 24 hour assistance due to complex support needs
• Wants to build practical life skills and move toward greater independence
• Prefers shared living with other compatible housemates
• Needs support with mobility, transfers or personal hygiene
• Wants more choice and control over how their day looks
• Is ready to live away from the family home for the first time
• Has Supported Independent Living funding included in their NDIS plan

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Our Supported Independent Living Services

Our SIL accommodation support in Craigieburn covers a broad range of daily living and personal care needs. Below is an overview of what we provide.

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Personal Care Support

Our support workers assist with the personal care tasks that are part of every day, including:

• Showering, bathing and personal hygiene
• Dressing and grooming
• Toileting and continence support
• Mobility assistance and transfers
• Morning and evening routines tailored to your preferred schedule

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Daily Living Assistance

We help participants manage their household and daily responsibilities, including:

• Cooking and meal preparation
• Grocery shopping and meal planning
• Cleaning, laundry and household organisation
• Medication reminders and prompt support
• Assistance with appointments and scheduling

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Life Skills Development

Independent living support is about more than daily tasks. We help participants build the practical skills that support long term independence:

• Budgeting and managing money day to day
• Cooking and preparing nutritious meals
• Using public transport, including routes around Craigieburn station and Hume Freeway connections
• Planning and organising daily routines
• Communication and decision making skills
• Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment

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Community Participation

Staying connected to the Craigieburn community is an important part of daily life. We support participants to:

• Attend social outings and local community activities
• Shop at Craigieburn Central and nearby retail areas
• Attend medical appointments and allied health visits
• Visit family and friends across the northern suburbs
• Pursue hobbies, interests and volunteering where suitable

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Overnight and Ongoing Support

For participants who need support beyond daytime hours, we offer:

• Scheduled daily support tailored to your routine
• Sleepover support with a worker on site through the night
• Active overnight support for participants who need assistance during sleeping hours
• 24 hour support arrangements where funded and required

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How Our SIL Support Works

Starting Supported Independent Living does not need to feel complicated. Here is how the process works with us.

Initial Conversation

We begin by listening. We want to learn about your goals, your current routine, your support preferences and the type of living arrangement that suits you best.

Support Assessment

We review your daily assistance needs in detail, covering personal care, household support, mobility, health needs and any overnight requirements.

Support Planning

Using what we have learned, we develop a support approach that fits around your lifestyle, respects your choices and aligns with your NDIS goals.

Personalised Service Agreement

We put everything in writing. Your service agreement covers support hours, responsibilities, agreed outcomes and how we will work together day to day.

Ongoing Reviews

Your needs and goals may change over time. We review your support regularly and adjust the plan to make sure it continues to work for you.

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Support for Families, Guardians and Support Coordinators

We know that families, guardians, support coordinators, plan managers and allied health professionals play a vital role in a participant's life. We work alongside everyone in a participant's circle of support to make sure transitions are smooth and communication is clear.

For families and guardians, we provide:

• Open, regular communication about how support is going
• Involvement in support planning from the beginning
• Transparent service agreements and clear documentation
• Guidance about SIL options and how the process works

For support coordinators and plan managers, we offer:

• Collaborative planning and service coordination
• Assistance with transition planning into SIL
• Progress updates and service reviews
• Direct coordination with allied health professionals and treating teams
• Practical guidance about NDIS SIL processes and eligibility