iConnect Life has two Supported Independent Living (SIL) homes, one in Tweed Heads South and one in Worongary on the Gold Coast. Both are clean, well planned, spacious and modern, and our team is there to help you feel safe, settled and at home.
Whether you are eligible for NDIS funding or self-funded, we can talk you through your accommodation and housing options. The focus is on a supportive environment where you can build your independent living skills and, where suitable, move towards less intensive support.
Our two SIL homes
Available now · expressions of interest welcomeNDIS SIL Vacancy: Worongary, Gold CoastA room is available now in a bright, modern Supported Independent Living home in Worongary on the Gold Coast, with 24/7 in-home support and a 1:3 support ratio.View the home and photos →Expressions of interest welcomeNDIS SIL Vacancy: Tweed Heads SouthA Supported Independent Living home in Tweed Heads South with a spacious kitchen and dining area and an accessible bathroom, close to parks, beaches, public transport and shops.View the home and photos →Supported Independent Living (SIL)
SIL is NDIS funding for help with everyday tasks at home, so you can build life skills and live as independently as possible in a shared home. Read what SIL is.
- Personal care
- Meal preparation
- Coordinating and providing transport to medical appointments
- Finding ways to get involved in your local community
We focus on developing the skills of everyone in the home. Whether it is gardening or cooking your favourite dishes, you can do it with confidence, knowing we are with you. We can also provide independent living support in your own home or in private accommodation.
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
SDA is NDIS funding for the home itself, for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. It does not cover support costs such as SIL, which are funded separately. See how SIL and SDA differ.
There are four SDA design categories for people who meet SDA funding eligibility: Improved Liveability, Fully Accessible, Robust and High Physical Support. Talk to our team about what may suit you.
Short-Term and Medium-Term Accommodation (STA and MTA)
We provide short-term and medium-term accommodation and respite care when clients or their carers need a planned break, or when emergency care is needed. We can provide personal care and support day or night, helping you feel safe and comfortable.
- Personal care and help with showering, dressing and using the bathroom
- Medication administration and storage
- Personalised support
- Meals: breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
During your stay, we can support you to get out and about in the community. The cost of the activity itself, such as entry fees, tickets and meals out, is your own to cover; the NDIS does not fund it.
If you are an NDIS participant, short-term and medium-term accommodation needs to be funded in your plan, and the NDIA decides what goes in your plan. If you are not sure, our NDIS Support Coordination team can help you find out.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have SIL homes in Tweed Heads and on the Gold Coast?
Yes. iConnect Life has two Supported Independent Living homes: one in Tweed Heads South and one in Worongary on the Gold Coast. Call 1800 511 411 to ask about vacancies.
Can I get SIL support in my own home?
Yes. We can provide independent living support in your own home, in private accommodation or at one of our two share homes.
What does SIL not cover?
SIL does not include board and lodging, or daily living expenses such as food and activities. It also does not cover the cost of the home itself.
Do I need NDIS funding for accommodation support?
Not always. We can talk to you whether you are eligible for NDIS funding or self-funded. If you are an NDIS participant, the NDIA decides what goes in your plan.
Looking for a home?
Call us to talk about our two SIL homes and whether one suits you. Families, support coordinators and plan managers are welcome to get in touch.