I want to live with housemates

We have homes for people looking to live in a shared home environment with housemates who share similar life stages, interests and disability support needs. See current SIL & SDA vacancies

I want to live on my own

This is the perfect option if your preference is to have your own space and live independently, but still want the support you need by your side. See current vacancies

I need specialised support

We’ve created innovative disability homes specially built for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. Learn more about SDA homes

I’d like a home in the future

If you’re thinking about disability accommodation for your future, let us know as there may be upcoming vacancies that suit your needs. Register for future vacancies

I want support in my own home

Bring the expertise and experience of Sunnyfield into your home. Build your own Care-at-Home service package to suit your needs and lifestyle routine. Learn more about Care-at-home

I want an out of home break

Whether you need a short break or a place to stay while transitioning to a more permanent home. Short Term Accommodation (STA) is your home away from home. Learn more about Short Term Accommodation

Supported Independent Living - SIL Accommodation

Home is your happy place.

Own your space! Understand what it takes to care for your own home, build meaningful relationships with housemates, and learn to communicate and socialise in new ways with different people.

Start Your Journey

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Friendship

Broaden your social circle and make lifelong friends with likeminded people.

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Independence

Learn life skills and develop a sense of responsibility in a welcoming environment.

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Confidence

Be the best version of you. You're in control of what you do and when you do it.

Find a home

Choose the right disability accommodation for your needs

Virtual Tours

Explore and discover our available SIL homes with a 3D virtual walkthrough, providing a fully immersive experience from the comfort of your own home. Our virtual tours allow you to visualise your future home and its layout, so you get a feel for what it’s like to live there. Simply open the virtual tour of the selected home and click on the red dots to be transported from room to room with 360-degree views.

View current vacancies

Have a question about Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a shared living arrangement of 2 to 7 NDIS participants, with 24/7 support in a home environment. SIL supports people with disability that require assistance with daily life tasks. Each resident is funded individually and the funding reflects their individual and shared support in the home.

Am I eligible for SIL funding?

The NDIA has set criteria to access funding for SIL based on ‘reasonable & necessary supports’. To be eligible for SIL funding a participant must:

Provide evidence that they are unable to live without 24/7 supports. This is identified through a Functional Assessment Report (FAR) undertaken by an Allied Health professional.
Provide an Identifying Housing Solution’s report by a support coordinator.

Eligibility must also:

Take into account informal supports provided by families, carers, networks and the community.
Be effective and beneficial to the participant.

Sunnyfield can support you in determining your eligibility for funding.

What support in the home will Sunnyfield provide me?

Sunnyfield will provide you with support with daily life tasks within your home as a group or individually. Support has the intent of building independence and may include:

cooking and preparing meals
personal care such as showering
distributing medication
learning to catch public transport
social outings with other housemates
taking you to medical appointments and recreation activities.

How do I know if I have NDIS funding for SIL?

Funding for SIL begins only when your eligibility has been determined and you have found a home and housemates to move in with. Once these steps have been completed then we can support you in submitting funding requests to the NDIA for approval.

I am eligible for SIL, what’s next?

Now that your eligibility has been determined we can start to find a home and housemates for you to move in with. These actions must be completed before we start the process of submission for SIL funding with the NDIA. We have a team of experts on hand to support you in starting this process, contact our friendly “Match Makers” today to begin your journey.

How much does SIL cost?

SIL funding is dependent on the level of care required for the resident and is categorised as standard or complex, your NDIS funding covers support needs only. The cost of support does NOT include:

rental for the home;
day-to-day living expenses such as food, activities or supports when hospitalised;
items covered in other sections of the NDIS price guide such as assistive technology, transport costs, day program and work.

Additional costs can be found in the NDIS Price List.

Please click on the link below to view Sunnyfield Resident Rent and Services Fees.

Sunnyfield Shared Living Clients Fees.

Will I be included in household decisions?

Yes, all residents and families have a say in what their life looks like in their home. We are all one big family, making informed decisions together based on individual and group needs within the home. This is your home after all and all decisions are made with everyone’s input.

What type of properties does Sunnyfield offer?

Sunnyfield has a range of properties available for those wishing to find their forever home. We offer homes with 4-5 bedrooms and independent units with 1 bedroom and shared common areas. Have a look at our current SIL vacancies.

Who will I be living with?

You will be sharing with 4-5 housemates who have been matched to suit your personality, hobbies, interests and support needs. Your housemates will be people that you will be sharing many of life’s experiences with and who you will enjoy a social home environment.

Supported Independent Living (SIL) Models explained

There are a range of Supported Independent Living (SIL) accommodation models available for NDIS participants, we also have range of established SIL vacancies available across NSW and the ACT.

Traditional Model

Service provider leases or owns an affordable housing property in locations such as Western Sydney, Northern NSW and the Hunter.

Rental Leased by Families

Rental property is leased by families for the residents and Sunnyfield delivers 24/7 supports.

Gift

A home is gifted or bequeathed to Sunnyfield for the purposes of Supported Independent Living (SIL).

I don’t have SIL funding but would like to know more

If you’d like to find out more about SIL funding and eligibility, simply fill in the contact form below, and one of our team members will give you a call to discuss your options further.

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