Supported Independent Living (SIL) Town Common

SIL Provider Town Common

At our registered SIL (Supported Independent Living) home, home is more than just a place to live – it is a sanctuary in which you feel respected, safe, and in control of living the life you choose to live. In the idyllic suburb of Town Common, we pride ourselves on offering services that enable a person to live as independently as possible, yet also receive support to enable them to live their best life.

Our vision is to provide a place in which you feel a sense of freedom and belonging, combined with a personalized approach that means you feel respected and heard. Whether you’re wanting to find a place that feels just right to you, or you’re interested in learning more of the various supports that can help you get to where you want to be, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

In Town Common, our vision is to provide a place in which you can do the things you love and live on your terms. From social recreation to learning new things, to making social contacts, home is a place in which you can build, feel at home, and feel a sense of belonging. We believe that everyone deserves to live in a place that is full of dignity, respect, and freedom, and work tirelessly to provide the highest quality of services and support to enable this.

Our promise to you is to provide a range of supports and programs that meet your needs and desires. Everyone’s path is unique, and we’re here to support you in getting to where you want to be in a way that is in line with your personal goals and values.

NDIS Housing Town Common

SIL (Supported Independent Living)

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is one of our key services in Town Common to enable you to live in a highly independent way, yet to have support at hand when it is needed. SIL supports you in your day-to-day needs, such as preparing meals, house duties, and hygiene, in a home environment. The aim is to help you become more independent and gain life skills in a friendly and secure environment.

Our Supported Independent Living accommodation in Town Common is a friendly, secure environment in which to live your life. You’ll be offered access to professional support staff, to be called upon when you need it, to help you in everything from house duties to more in-depth personal needs.

Our services are tailored to each individual’s needs, to allow you to gain a compatible level of support to help you meet your personal goals. If you’re keen to gain employment skills, attend social events, or learn to manage money, our team of professionals is there to help.

MTA (Medium-Term Accommodation)

Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA) is a convenient option for those in need of a transition between homes or in need of short-term accommodation until a permanent home is established. Town Common has options for MTA that are friendly, cozy, and accommodating.

MTA provides a place to stay safely until you receive more permanent housing or more long-term accommodation. This accommodation is particularly useful for someone in the process of building their independence, in the process of finding their dream home, or waiting for their NDIS home to be completed.

Our MTA services enable you to enjoy high-quality accommodation temporarily yet receive support that is tailored to meet your needs. Our team is committed to making your stay hassle-free and ensuring you set up for your next move towards independent living.

STA (Short-Term Accommodation)

STA is one of our services offered in Town Common. STA allows a person to enjoy short-term stays in a caring environment, something that is useful in many ways. Whether you need a time-out, would prefer to get a feel of independent living for the first time, or need a time-out in your existing living setup, STA is there to provide just the right support and assistance during a short-term stay.

STA is designed to give a person a chance to live in a new home, enjoy personalized support, and take a time-out without a long-term housing arrangement. STA is also a great option for caregivers in need of a time-out period, having their loved one in a secure, caring environment. The short-term nature of STA means flexibility, something that allows a person to enjoy a caring place to live for as long as desired.

Respite

Respite services provide a break and relief to caregivers and also to the individual, allowing everyone to rest and take time for themselves. There are also respite services in Town Common for those that require a short-term stay in a highly supported environment. This is ideal for those that require a rest from their usual living arrangement or require support over a period.

Our respite services are highly flexible to accommodate each individual’s needs. If you require a short stay of a few days or a stay of a week or two, we work in close consultation with you and caregivers to negotiate a plan that is specifically designed to accommodate your individual needs and preferences. Our team ensures that stays in our respite accommodation in Town Common are relaxing, secure, and enriching, offering rest in conjunction with learning opportunities.

From our respite accommodation in Town Common, you can enjoy a variety of different activities and support services that allow you to rest and relax whilst receiving support and care that is just right for you.

Our SIL NDIS services include:

Our Registered Supported Independent Living (SIL) services support participants to live independently to the limits of their capability receiving support to manage day-to-day living. Our promise is to provide a safe, caring, and enabling place in which participants live their lives to their maximum capability. The services that we deliver are summarized below:

• Support for showering and getting dressed: We believe that personal hygiene is of great essence, and our staff is there to support showering, getting dressed, grooming, and other personal hygiene routines to make you feel comfortable and self-confident.
• Support 24/7 for high needs: In high needs, our staff is available 24/7 to provide support that is personalized to cater to your needs, ensuring that you receive help when you need it.
• Support to transfer in and out of bed: Mobility support is of great essence to someone having a mobility issue. Our staff is skilled to transfer in and out of bed safely to support comfort and dignity.
• Medication support: The staff is capable of aiding you in managing medicine to support prescription taken accurately and in a timely manner. We support you in keeping a watch on medicine schedule and reminding you when you need it.
• Building everyday living skills through training: We deliver one-on-one training to support you in developing everyday living skills such as cleaning, meal preparation, and personal hygiene routines. Our objective is to support you in becoming more independent in performing everyday routines while strengthening your capacity to manage day-to-day responsibilities.
• Assistance with housework, i.e., shopping or washing: The house’s cleanliness is paramount to health. We assist in housework such as shopping, cleaning, or washing, offering support when you need it to provide a home that is comfortable to live in.
• Social skills training: Social interaction is a key aspect of independent living. We assist you to learn social skills to enable you to move around socially, interact socially, and develop social networks.
• Social group work between housemates: Social group work is a fun process in our programs, allowing you to interact socially and develop social networks in a fun-filled social group.
• Meal preparation and preparing healthy, delicious meals: Preparation of meals, meal planning, and cooking is done by our team to provide you with healthy, nutritious meals. We also instruct you to cook independently to equip you with culinary skills.
• Facilitation of behaviour support strategies: As need dictates, our team in consultation with behaviour support practitioners facilitates individual behaviour support strategies to provide a useful and constructive means of managing problem behaviour.
• Support to attend medical appointments: We assist you in arranging and attending medical appointments, arranging transport, and ensuring that you receive support during consultations to health practitioners.
• Supervision support, personal safety, and security: Our team is there to provide supervision support to enable you to stay safe and secure in the home and in the community. We take active action to provide a secure home.
• Support to use transport in your community: We assist you to use transport to move around independently in the community, advising you on routes, times, and safety procedures.
• Help to manage household finances: The key is financial independence. We assist in managing household finances, making payments, and recording expenses, making you feel more confident in managing finances.
• Social events that you enjoy: Support staff assist you to organize social events that you enjoy enabling you to participate in social events that you enjoy.
• Household schedule and activity organization: We assist you to schedule day-to-day routines and household rotas to enable everyone to be up to date on their responsibilities and activities, ensuring a system of day-to-day routines.

What is Supported Independent Living?

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a support system that enables a person with a disability to be provided support to live as independent a life as is possible yet receive support to assist in managing day-to-day routines. The aim of SIL is to enable a person to live in their home or in a house that is shared with others whilst receiving support that is tailored to their unique needs and desires.

SIL services can be diverse in their style, ranging from a number of hours of support per week to a support system that is full-time, depending on support that is required. The services typically consist of support in personal care, meal preparation, managing medications, mobility support, and other day-to-day routines of living. SIL services also enable social inclusion, enabling a person to become engaged in a range of social events, and assist a person to acquire new skills to enable them to become more independent over time.

SIL providers also work closely in consultation with each participant and their family to design personalized plans that meet each participant’s needs and goals. The services are funded by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to enable participants to be given support to live as independently and confidently as possible.

Why Town Common for SIL Accommodation?

The selection process of a Supported Independent Living (SIL) accommodation partner is a critically significant one for anyone wanting to live a high standard of living whilst having support to enable them to live their life to its potential. Town Common offers a unique and nurturing environment that is carefully designed to enable you to be independent, to feel well, and to be joy-filled.

Here’s why Town Common is the better choice for SIL accommodation:

• Tailored support and care: Everyone is unique at Town Common, and our services are personalized to each individual’s needs. Whether you need support in day-to-day living, mobility support, or support in managing medical appointments, our staff works hand-in-hand with you to craft a personalized approach that is just for you.
• Safe and secure living: Security is our number one priority in our accommodation. Our buildings boast security systems that deliver our residents security without compromising a homey feel.
• Focused on community: Town Common is in a diverse, active community that keeps our residents connected to their community. We facilitate transport to and from transport services, in addition to active engagement in local events, to enable you to stay connected to your community and build close relationships.
• Skilled, caring staff: Our skilled staff is dedicated to providing high-quality support that is in line with your dignity and that encourages independence. Our staff is skilled in responding to a wide range of needs and working with you to achieve your personal goals.
• Personal development: Town Common boasts a range of programs that facilitate personal development, from learning day-to-day living to social engagement to providing possibilities for recreation. Everyone deserves to be given access to activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
• Quiet, convenient accommodation: Our accommodation is designed to cater to the needs of people of different support needs. From shared to private living arrangements, Town Common is home to cozy, accessible homes that boast contemporary amenities.
• Comprehensive support services: Town Common offers a diverse range of services that span personal care, mobility support, to financial management support, among many more. We believe in helping you live a fulfilling and independent life, having all support services at your fingertips.
• Using Town Common for Supported Independent Living (SIL) accommodation means you get to enjoy a caring and enabling place in which you can live, become more independent, and live your potential.

What Makes Us Different in Supported Independent Living (SIL) Services?

• Personal: The Supported Independent Living (SIL) method of our company is person-centered. We believe in spending time in building close, trustful relationships between our support team and the person we support. Everyone is different, having different needs, preferences, and goals, so we take time to get to know you in detail, to know what is closest to you. Our team is passionate in offering personalized support, ensuring that we meet the unique circumstances and style of living of each individual, offering services that matter to you.
• High Quality: We pride ourselves in offering high standards of services and support. From initial contact, you will be delighted with our professionalism, attention to detail, and high standards of our services. Our support team is skilled, experienced, and passionate in helping people live their best lives. We review our processes constantly to maintain high standards of services in keeping up to date with contemporary best practice, ensuring you receive excellent care each day.
• Individualised: One of our key strengths is our individual approach to our SIL services. We believe that each individual is unique, and our working style with you will be unique to you also. We take time to individualise your services to accommodate your lifestyle, goals, and challenges. Whether it is day-to-day support, managing medications, or support to become independent, we work in partnership to create a support plan that is unique to you, to allow you to grow, to become more independent, and to be in control of your own life.
• Empowering: Empowerment is at the heart of our belief in our services. We believe in enabling you to be as independent as you possibly can be, be that learning new skills, to be more confident, or to have in place the tools and support you need. Our staff will be there to support you with encouragement and practical support to allow you to be in a position to be able to meet your personal goals. We want to enable you to live in dignity and freedom, to provide a place where you can take control of your decisions and live a full life. The aim is to provide you with support to allow you to be all that you can be.
• Collaborative: We believe that partnership working is at the heart of providing effective SIL services. You, your family, carers, and other professionals work in partnership with us in designing and providing your support. We work in close partnership with you and your support team to design a care plan that is in keeping with your dreams. Working in partnership means that you can be certain that we get to know all of the details of your needs, and that our support is based on your strength areas, to enable you to live independently in a way that is just right for you.
• Respectful: Respect is at the heart of everything that we do. We respect your decisions, beliefs, and culture. Our work is founded on respecting everyone in a friendly, understanding, and caring way. We work to provide a caring environment in which your dignity is respected, your voice is heard, and your preferences respected. Respect is also promised to everyone that we support, ensuring each person’s dignity and uniqueness is respected at all times.
• Multicultural: Our services are inclusive in nature and culturally responsive in approach. We respect and value different ways of the people that we support, such as different cultures, different ethnic groups, and different religions. We take great care to provide services that respect your background and beliefs, providing care that is cognizant of, and respectful of, these aspects of you. Our staff is trained to support different diverse groups of people and to be sensitive to the unique challenges that arise in working across different cultures. By providing an inclusive environment, we enable you to feel heard, respected, and connected to your community.

We will work in close partnership with you and/or your family or carers to agree on your:

• Personal Goals: Listening is our starting point. Your personal goals are always at the heart of everything that is done. Your goals can be to maintain or build on your independence, to be more independent in daily living, to be active in the community, or to pursue educational or employment opportunities. We work to set out your goals and to work towards making these a reality, whatever their scale.
• Needs and Preferences: The team work hard to get to know you and to learn about your needs—which relate to health, mobility, communication, or day-to-day living. We take account of your preferences in terms of the style of support that you need, ensuring that everything that is done to support you is in a style that is to your comfort. Whether you prefer a particular routine, a particular time of day for a particular activity, or support in a particular style, we are keen to ensure that needs and preferences are at the heart of services you receive.
• Health or Medical Requirements: Your health is our first concern. Working in close partnership with your healthcare professionals, we get to know any medical condition, medications, or treatment that need to be monitored. Whether you need help to attend medical appointments, to take medications, or to be monitored in terms of health on a regular basis, we are here to support you in a style that is safe, respectful, and professional. The team is trained to provide a range of health-related requirements, ensuring you receive excellent care at all times.
• Areas of Interest: We believe in supporting you in pursuing those areas of interest that provide you joy and a sense of fulfillment. From a love of the arts, sports, volunteering, or a desire to challenge you to new experiences, we work to help you determine areas of interest. We would love to help you open to new possibilities for personal growth, enjoyment, and engagement in the world around you. We believe in enabling you to be a participant in those areas that enable you to feel alive and connected.
• Supporting Your Involvement in the Community: Involvement in one’s community is a key to health and wellness. We know just how crucial it is to feel connected to one’s local community, and work to enable you to become engaged. From volunteering to memberships in local groups, to social events, we enable entry to the community in a way relevant to you. Our staff is there to support you, encouraging you to challenge you to push beyond your comfort zone to be around others, respecting your comfort zone and needs.

Are you ready to take the move?

The move to Supported Independent Living is a big one, and we’re here to help you navigate it in a way that’s easy and hassle-free. From that first point of contact, our team will be with you every step of the way throughout the process, answering questions and putting to rest any fears you may have in between. Our team is here to help make moving day a great one that sets you up for more independence, better health, and personal empowerment. If you’re looking to take that next step towards a more active, independent way of life, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’s get it done together.