Personalised support &
life skills development for you to live independently
In an independent or shared accommodation
AboutSupported Independent Living
Supported Independent Living is one of the NDIS support services that helps individuals to equip themselves with life skills to live independently or in a shared space. Our Supported Independent Living (SIL) service is designed to provide individuals with physical disabilities and complex mental health conditions in the Greater Brisbane, Caboolture, and Ipswich Regions with the support they need with daily living tasks. At Lifest Healthcare, we understand the level of care and support needed by an individual, and accordingly provide a nurturing and supportive environment that helps participants develop essential life skills and engage with confidence with their community.
Highlights of the Supported Independent Living Service
As one of the NDIS support services, we offer personalised SIL services that are flexible and adaptable to each participant’s needs.
We help with a wide range of services, including personal care, household tasks, meal preparation, skill development, social engagement, and more.
We provide compassionate, respectful, and professional care that promotes independence while ensuring safety and well-being.
Through collaborative planning, we work with participants, their families, and stakeholders to create tailored care plans that help them live fulfilling lives and engage meaningfully with their community.
Our friendly and dedicated staff are well-trained in delivering 24/7 disability support for participants with:
Daily Tasks:
Assisting participants with personal care and mobility.
Life Skills:
Facilitating learning new life skills.
Activities:
Exploring hobbies and interests with participants.
Medication Assistance:
Assisting participants with taking medications.
Behaviour Support:
Providing individual support to live a happier and healthier life.
Housekeeping:
Supporting participants with meal preparation, cleaning, and other essentials.
Who can benefit from
Supported Independent Living?
Ideal for NDIS participants who require ongoing support with everyday activities but can maintain a level of independence. This usually includes participants whose physical disabilities have impacted their daily functioning and independent skills, and who require structured support and assistance with mobility and personal care. Our staff are experienced in supporting participants with (but not limited to) the following conditions:
Traumatic or acquired brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Neurodegenerative disorders (e.g., dementia)
Cerebral palsy
Strokes
Schizophrenia
Multiple sclerosis
Huntington’s disease
Congenital central hypoventilation syndrome (CCHS)
Bipolar disorder
Anxiety disorders
Trauma-related disorders (e.g., post-traumatic stress disorder), and
Other complex mental illnesses
If you or your loved one needs extra support to live independently while building essential life skills, Lifest Healthcare can help.
What you need to get started
To receive SIL funding, you must first be an eligible NDIS participant, and then the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Agency – NDIA) must assess SIL as a necessary support for you.
If you have more questions and need help to understand this better, do drop us a message.
NDIS Eligibility for SIL
You need to be a NDIS Participant and meet the general requirements (age, residency, permanent disability).
Home & Living Goals: Ensure that your NDIS plan includes specific goals related to living independently.
High Support Needs: You must be assessed and confirmed to need ongoing support, paid assistance that cannot be met by family/friends or lower-level NDIS supports. This is often shared through reports like a Functional Assessment Report (FAR).
A person with a NDIS plan will generally be able to access funding through the NDIS for transport assistance, if you cannot use public transport without substantial difficulty due to your disability.
Depending on the NDIS transport budgets, Lifest Healthcare can provide transport options to align with your NDIS goals.
Type of Participant
Transport Line Item Code
Transport Line Item Name
SIL (Supported Independent Living)
1_799_0115_1_1
Provider travel – non-labour costs
CAS (Community Social and Rec Activities)
04_799_0125_6_1
Provider travel – non-labour costs
Self-Care Activities
01_799_0107_1_1
Provider travel – non-labour costs
You could also request either of these services in addition to any selected service if you need them, and your NDIS plan covers them.
Our participants’ journeys receiving support via Supported Independent Living
ABC joined us on 01/01/2026
ABC was provided Supported Independent Living Service
ABC upskilled their cooking and accounting skills
After _____months/ years? ABC now independently manages their life
ABC joined us on 01/01/2026
ABC was provided Supported Independent Living Service
ABC upskilled their cooking and accounting skills
After _____months/ years? ABC now independently manages their life
Meet our
expert support workers
We can provide unmatched care and support because of the team of dedicated and skilled professionals.
Liva Robinson
Health Services Designation
Maria Mervyn
Founder & CEO Shine Health Services
Maria Mervyn
Founder & CEO Shine Health Services
TESTIMONIALS
Care Receivers
Edwina Lucifer
NDIS service received: Medium Term Accommodation
Caregivers
-Henna John
Professional Tag
Offering Service Since
Care Receivers
Edwina Lucifer
NDIS service received: Medium Term Accommodation
Caregivers
-Henna John
Professional Tag
Offering Service Since
FAQs about Supported Independent Living
What is Supported Independent Living?
Supported Independent Living is a NDIS-supported service that offers support and care to participants to live their lives independently by upskilling their life skills. This personalised support can help participants to live by themselves or in shared spaces with others.
What does Supported Independent Living cover?
Supported Independent Living covers everyday life skills like personal care, grooming, toileting, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation, cooking, and developing life skills like budgeting, travel skills, and social skills. It also covers assistance with medication management and attending medical appointments, providing supervision to promote personal safety and implementing behaviour support plans.
What does Supported Independent Living funding not cover?
SIL funding does not include rent/mortgage expenses, utilities & groceries items, home modification bills, mainstream services like health services not related to your disability support.
I do not know what kind of support I need. Can you help?
If you contact us on 1300 523 524, a member of the Lifest Healthcare team can help you determine what disability support services you require for your specific needs.
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