Take steps towards your independent living goals
We are excited to be expanding our work within the Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment! Our team provides tailored 24/7 support and supervision of daily tasks to develop your skills so you can live as independently as possible. These supports include:
- Personal care activities provided with dignity, compassion and respect
- Daily living skills such as preparing meals, cooking and cleaning
- Medication management and administration
- Help with household tasks
- Activities to develop your social skills
- Personal safety and security
- Help with medical appointments including transportation
- Assistance with behaviour support plans
- Community access such as shopping, meeting with friends and family and social outings.
Funding allows you to be supported by a team of trained carers who understand your goals and who will support you to develop independence in achieving these goals.
For more information:
P: (02) 9488 2500
E: disabilityfutures@catholiccaredbb.org.au
OUR STAFF
All of CatholicCare’s Supported Independent Living staff are trained and have experience with the following:
- Daily living tasks
- Domestic duties
- Providing high intensity/complex supports
- Positive behaviour supports and restrictive practice
- Mental health support.
Frequently Asked Questions
I am not Catholic, can I still access your service?
What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Where do I need to live to be eligible for SIL?
What are the three levels of SIL funding?
What is Special Disability Accommodation (SDA)?
What are the five levels of SDA?
How can I apply for SIL and SDA funding in my NDIS plan?
What does SIL funding cover?
What does SDA funding cover?
What expenses do residents pay from their Disability Support Pension?
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