What does SIL funding actually cover under the NDIS?
12 June 2026
Key Points
SIL supports daily living for people with higher support needs
It covers help with tasks like personal care, cooking, and routines
SIL does not cover rent or housing costs
Eligibility depends on your support needs and NDIS plan
SIL and SDA are different and often confused
Summary
Supported Independent Living (SIL) helps people with disability live more independently with daily support. This guide explains what SIL funding covers, what it does not include, and how it differs from Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA).
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is NDIS funding that provides daily support to help you live as independently as possible. It covers help with everyday tasks like personal care, cooking, and routines, while also building your skills over time. If you need regular support at home, SIL may be part of your NDIS plan.
What is SIL in the NDIS?
SIL stands for Supported Independent Living.
It is funding that helps you with everyday tasks and ongoing support needs, so you can live as independently as possible.
This support is usually provided in a shared home or supported living environment, but may also be available in other living arrangements depending on your needs.
SIL is one of several home and living supports available under the NDIS, and other options may be more suitable depending on your situation.
What does SIL cover?
SIL funding covers support with daily living tasks, such as:
personal care (showering, dressing)
cooking and meal preparation
cleaning and household tasks
help with routines and daily structure
supervision for safety and wellbeing
support to build everyday living skills
It may also include support to:
attend appointments
access the community
follow behaviour support plans
The goal is to help you live more independently over time.
What does SIL not cover?
SIL funding does not cover:
rent or mortgage payments
utility bills
groceries
personal expenses
It only covers the support, not the cost of living itself.
Who is eligible for SIL?
SIL is generally for people who:
need support throughout most of the day
require overnight support
have higher or complex support needs
In many cases, this means support is needed 7 days a week, including overnight.
Eligibility is based on your NDIS plan, your goals, and an assessment of your daily support needs.
Get in touch with our team to discuss your options.
At Kirinari, we deliver trusted Supported Independent Living (SIL) options throughout regional New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. Whether you are searching for a home in Orange, Dubbo, Albury, Tamworth, Broken Hill, Forster, Wagga Wagga, or Port Macquarie, or looking across the border in Wodonga or Hobart, our team is here to help you find the perfect fit.
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