The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Supported Independent Living (SIL) are two forces that are helping to empower people with disability in Australia.
Despite its complexity at times, the NDIS has been a lifeline for people with disability in Australia. It recognises the unique needs of each individual and empowers them to seize opportunities, advocate for their desires, and achieve their goals.
Supported Independent Living, affectionately known as SIL, is a key that can unlock the door to freedom for people with disability. It’s a service that offers people with disability the crucial support they need to embrace independence within their communities. SIL doesn’t just provide support; it nurtures independence by helping participants develop essential life skills, manage their daily routines, and make choices that empower them.
From personal care to meal preparation, household chores and community engagement, SIL’s menu of services is as diverse as the individuals it serves. Each support is carefully tailored to suit the unique aspirations and needs of the participant, nurturing their well-being and enhancing their overall quality of life. At Beyond Potential Supports, we pay careful attention to the different needs of each of our participants and design programs and supports that suit them.
Independence is empowering
For people with disability, independence can remove barriers, shatter stereotypes and embrace their potential. Here’s why the journey towards independence is an important one:
- It boosts self-esteem: Independence is the rocket fuel that powers self-esteem. Achieving even the smallest milestones independently can ignite a sense of accomplishment and improve self-worth.
- It builds community spirit: Independence gives people with disability a part to play in their community. It enables social inclusion, combats isolation, and helps them to build strong and meaningful connections.
- It supports personal development: With SIL and NDIS, access to education and skill development programs becomes an open door to personal growth and career prospects.
- It allows the ownership of choice: Independence hands over the reins of life’s decisions. It’s about making choices on living arrangements, support systems, and how precious time is spent.
- It can lighten the load on carers: While carers are amazing, fostering independence can reduce their responsibilities, allowing them to enjoy a more balanced life.
Independence isn’t just a goal; it’s an essential right. The NDIS and Supported Independent Living work together to empower Australians living with disability to take control of their lives. The journey towards independence is a collaborative adventure, with carers, disability sector workers, and the entire community as co-pilots.
At Beyond Potential Supports, we continue to push for more independence and support our participants in ways that help them achieve their own goals.