Moving From a Group Home to Your Own Place
Moving out of group home living on the NDIS: your right to choose, options like ILO and SIL, building the evidence, and the practical steps of the move.
If you have lived in a group home and feel it is no longer the right fit, you are allowed to want something different — a place that feels more like your own, with support shaped around you. Moving out is a real and achievable option on the NDIS. This guide walks through your rights, the alternatives, and the practical steps of making the move calmly.
Your right to choose where and who you live with
Signs it might be time to consider a move
Explore your options first
The options beyond a group home
Building the evidence and funding
The practical steps of moving
Managing the worries that come with change
Where this fits in the bigger picture
Frequently asked questions
Can I move out of a group home on the NDIS?
Yes. You have the right to choose where you live and who you live with — a group home is one option, not a permanent placement. Moving out is achievable through home and living supports. Start by exploring your options with a support coordinator, which lets you consider alternatives without…
What are the alternatives to a group home?
There is a spectrum between a group home and living fully independently: an Individualised Living Option (ILO) built around your choices, SIL in a smaller or better-suited setting, your own place with drop-in support, or a specialist SDA home if you need one. The right option depends on your needs,…
Will I lose my support if I move out?
No. Moving usually means updating your home and living funding so your support moves with you to the new arrangement. With an OT assessment and a clear picture of your needs, your support coordinator can build a request that funds support in your new home. Good planning keeps your support in place…
What if my new home is not ready when I need to move?
Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) can bridge the gap. It funds a temporary supported place to stay, usually for up to 90 days, while your new long-term home is confirmed and prepared. This means you are not stuck waiting, and can leave your current setting on a reasonable timeline.