Supported Independent Living in Melbourne


What is Supported Independent Living (SIL), really?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) means having support workers available 24/7 to assist with your care needs and daily tasks – like cooking, cleaning, getting ready in the morning, or planning your week.
It’s not about taking over. It’s about building skills, having company, and knowing someone’s there when you need them.
Just SIL Support Melbourne, Ballarat & Geelong
Personalised Support Plans
Registered Nurse Oversight
Community-Focused
Real People, Real Care
Life Skills That Stick
24/7 On-Site Support
A Day in SIL Melbourne with Care AU might look like…

You start your morning with support getting ready

Supportive staff by your side, 24/7.

We cook breakfast together- not for you, but with you

Dinner is a group effort - everyone chips in

You head out to your local art class, and we help you get there

Need a reminder to take meds or prep for tomorrow? We’re on it
This is what everyday life in our SIL accommodation in Melbourne can look like.

How to Get Started with SIL at Care AU
Step 1: Let’s Have a Chat or Fill Out Our Referral Form
Step 2: Tell Us About You
Step 3: We Design Your Support Plan
Step 4: Find the Right Place to Live
Step 5: Meet Your Support Team
Step 6: Settle In at Your Own Pace


Question & Answer
Frequently Asked Questions
Not always. While Supported Independent Living (SIL) is mostly provided in shared living environments, it depends on your NDIS funding and care needs. Everyone still maintains their privacy and independence.
Support Coordination is included in your NDIS plan if you have additional needs managing your supports. If you’re unsure, we can help you check your plan.
Yes, with no second thought. It’s your space, and we would be happy to make you feel home with the kind of setup you want. Personal touches to anything make a huge difference in feeling settled and comfortable.
If you’ve got NDIS funding and your plan consists of Supported Independent Living, you can qualify for NDIS housing in Melbourne via Care AU.
Yes. SIL isn’t about being stuck somewhere. We’ll work with you to find a living environment and team that feels right. Your comfort and independence come first.
While we can’t promise a perfect match from day one, we focus on genuine connections -That’s what makes our approach to independent living in Melbourne feel more personal and supportive.
While we can’t promise a perfect match from day one, we focus on genuine connections -That’s what makes our approach to independent living in Melbourne feel more personal and supportive.
While we can’t promise a perfect match from day one, we focus on genuine connections -That’s what makes our approach to independent living in Melbourne feel more personal and supportive.