Supported Independent Living (SIL)
SIL Melbourne: Accessing Independent Living Support
Under this service, an experienced support worker will live within your living environment, help you with your everyday chores and personal activities and offer all the required support. From 24*7 care to scheduled visits or overnight stays, you can determine the intensity of the support required and exercise complete choice and control over your NDIS journey. If you wish to spend your NDIS journey in Melbourne within the comfort of your home or your current shared living space while ensuring your safety and well-being, then NDIS SIL is a service you should opt for. With our SIL service, you can live independently and promote your well-being while receiving ongoing care.
What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) Housing service covers –
- Round-the-clock assistance by an experienced support worker in an individual or group home.
- Help undertake personal care tasks like showering, grooming, etc.
- Offer assistance with household tasks like dusting, laundry, grocery shopping, etc.
- Meal preparation and ensuring the intake of a balanced diet.
- Take care of your medical appointments and ensure you are always stocked on prescribed medications.
- Ensure your Supported Independent Living House accommodates your needs at all times in terms of assistive equipment and technologies.
- Bring you opportunities to develop essential skills like cooking, budgeting, etc.
- Help you develop social skills through regular interactions with people in the shared-living set-up of your community.
- Offer help managing your NDIS plan and budget.
- Help you plan and organise recreational activities that you will enjoy.
NDIS Supported Independent Living: All You Need to Know
- You must meet the NDIS eligibility checklist – be between 8 and 65 years old, be an Australian citizen, be a permanent resident, or be a Special Category Visa Holder, and have a permanent or significant disability.
- The applying participant must have a disability which necessitates continuous support to undertake daily living activities. If you need assistance with meal preparation, personal hygiene activities, community participation, skill development, etc., while maintaining your current living conditions, you can avail yourself of this service.
- You will have to provide supporting documents proving how Supported Independent Living (SIL) in Melbourne is a reasonable and necessary support for you and how it can help you achieve your goals, promote independence and ensure your overall well-being.
Supported Independent Living (SIL): Your Path to Independence

Once you connect with us, we will sit with you, your primary caregivers and other stakeholders to understand your needs and expectations for the SIL service.

Once we have a clear understanding of your needs, we will help you develop a plan that best caters to them.

At DMA Caring Hand, we specialise in offering continuing support. Our team will adapt their service to meet the changing needs of the participants and ensure a satisfactory Supported Independent Living (SIL) stay for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a Supported Independent Living Provider Near Me in Melbourne?
You can use the provider search tool on the NDIS website to find all registered Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers near you in Melbourne. You can also reach the NDIS helpline at 1800 800 110 and have the team assist you. At DMA Caring Hands, we offer premium Supported Independent Living (SIL) Housing services. To know more about how we can be of help, you can contact our experts today.