Accommodation Archives

Living With Housemates In Supported Independent Living (SIL)

Living in SIL with housemates can be a big adjustment and it's natural to have questions about how day-to-day life works.

What To Expect In Your First 3 Months Of Supported Independent Living (SIL): A Resident’s Guide

What to expect when moving into Supported Independent Living. A resident's guide to your first 3 months in a supported living home.

What is NDIS Medium Term Accommodation (MTA)

Transitioning between living arrangements? NDIS Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) offers support while you wait for a long-term solution.

What is NDIS Short Term Accommodation (STA)?

What is NDIS Short Term Accommodation (STA)? Find out more about this NDIS funded respite service in our comprehensive guide.

Supported Independent Living & Specialist Disability Accommodation Explained

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Supported Independent Living & Specialist Disability Accommodation Explained

Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) are key terms used within the NDIS to describe essential accommodation supports for people living with disability. Although these terms are often mentioned together, they represent different types of funding and services that work hand in hand to help individuals live…

Finding Respite: 5 Benefits of NDIS Short Term Accommodation

Please note: Since this article was published, the NDIS has updated its terminology. What was previously referred to as Short Term Accommodation (STA) is now called Short Term Respite (STR). This change better reflects the purpose of the support—providing participants with temporary care while their informal supports take a break.…

Top 5 Tips for Choosing Supported Independent Living Accommodation

Finding a comfortable home with the right support is a significant milestone for people living with disability, marking a transition towards greater independence and autonomy. To ensure a smooth and fulfilling experience, it’s important you consider some key points before making this decision. What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)? …

What is Supported Independent Living?

Supported Independent Living and the NDIS You might consider Supported Independent Living when you would like to access help to develop skills that will increase your independence, while living in the community. Under Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme (the NDIS), Supported Independent Living is generally available to people who require…