Supported Independent Living (SIL) for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
When Supported Independent Living suits Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), what SIL funds, and how to get it into your NDIS plan.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) funds the day-to-day help someone needs to live in their own home. For many people with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) who need support across the day and night, SIL is the backbone of independent living. This guide explains when SIL suits Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), what it funds, and how to get it into a plan.
Is SIL right for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)?
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong condition caused by exposure to alcohol before birth, which can damage the developing brain and body. It is the most common preventable, non-genetic cause of…
What SIL funds (and what it doesn't)
SIL pays for the support workers who help you in your home, based on a roster of care matched to your assessed needs. It does not pay your rent or the building itself — that's covered by your income or, for eligible…
How SIL is funded
SIL sits in your Core budget. Because it's high-cost, the NDIA looks closely at the evidence:
Getting SIL into a plan for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Start by getting a functional assessment that shows the level of daily support Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) requires, and set a home-and-living goal. A support coordinator can help you gather quotes and…