Supported Independent Living (SIL) in Melbourne

Empowering independence with tailored NDIS SIL services designed to support your goals, lifestyle, and wellbeing.

Live Confidently. Live Independently.

At KEMA Care, we provide personalised Supported Independent Living (SIL) in Melbourne, helping NDIS participants build skills, confidence, and independence in a safe and supportive environment.

What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is an NDIS support that helps people with disabilities live independently in their own home or in shared accommodation. Depending on your needs, SIL can include help with everyday activities, personal care, and community participation.
SIL isn’t one-size-fits-all—it is carefully tailored to your individual needs and goals through the NDIS planning process.
Kema Care provides practical daily living support including cooking, meal prep, and household tasks to help NDIS participants live confidently and independently in Melbourne.

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Levels of Supported Independent Living  (SIL) in Melbourne

KEMA Care offers three levels of SIL in Melbourne:

Basic SIL Services

  • Low-level support for participants who need minimal help with daily tasks.
  • Support may include household chores, budgeting, and meal preparation.
  • Focus on growing independence with gentle oversight.

Standard SIL Services

  • Moderate support for daily living activities.
  • Assistance may include personal care, transport, medication management, and meal planning.
  • Support is flexible and customised—sometimes with 24/7 availability.

High SIL Services

  • For individuals with complex disabilities and higher support needs.
  • May include 24-hour assistance, specialised therapies, complex medication management, and behaviour support.
  • Ensures safety, wellbeing, and quality of life.
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How to Apply for NDIS SIL in Melbourne?

To access SIL funding, you’ll need to complete the Home and Living Supports Request form from the NDIS website. This includes details about your goals, current living situation, and the type of support you need.

At KEMA Care, we guide you every step of the way, including:

  • Organising Allied Health assessments

  • Assisting with NDIS paperwork

  • Helping you find the most suitable SIL accommodation in Melbourne

SIL vs. SDA – What’s the Difference?

  • SIL (Supported Independent Living): Support services to help you live independently in your home or shared setting.

  • SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation): Specially designed housing for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs.

At KEMA Care, we can help you understand both options and choose the right path for your situation.

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Why Choose KEMA Care as Your SIL Provider in Melbourne?

Basic SIL

  • Create a personalised plan tailored to your goals and needs
  • Provide highly skilled and compassionate support workers
  • Ensure a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment
  • Help you build independence and confidence in daily life

Our SIL Services in Melbourne include:

  • Assistance with personal care and hygiene

  • Household tasks and chores

  • 24-hour active and inactive overnight support

  • Shopping and meal preparation

  • Medication management

  • Developing social skills and independence

  • Transport to appointments and community activities

  • Encouragement to pursue hobbies, learning, and community participation

Frequently Asked Questions

SIL covers the supports you need to live independently—things like personal care, meal preparation, transport, and developing life skills.

SIL doesn’t cover rent, groceries, bills, or housing costs (these may fall under SDA or other funding streams).

NDIS participants whose goals include independent or shared living and who require daily support may be eligible.

An NDIS planning meeting, together with assessments from health professionals, will determine whether you require Basic, Standard, or High SIL.

Simply contact our friendly team. We’ll explain the process, help with paperwork, and match you with the right support and accommodation options in Melbourne.

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