NDIS Individualised Living Option Provider in Perth
Explore flexible and personalised living arrangements designed around how you want to live, the people in your life and the support you need. Achieve Disability Care provides NDIS Individualised Living Options support for eligible participants in Perth and surrounding areas.
What Are NDIS Individualised Living Options (ILO)?
Individualised Living Options, commonly known as ILO, is an NDIS support that helps eligible participants explore and create a living arrangement that suits their individual needs, preferences and lifestyle.
ILO is not a specific house or accommodation type. Instead, it focuses on how you want to live and the supports that can help make your chosen living arrangement sustainable.
Depending on your individual circumstances, an ILO arrangement may involve a combination of paid supports and informal supports, such as family members, friends, housemates or other people in your support network.
At Achieve Disability Care, we work with participants to understand their living goals and explore support arrangements that provide greater choice, stability and independence.
How Can ILO Support Independent Living?
Everyone has a different idea of what independent living looks like. For some people, it may mean remaining connected to family while receiving additional support. For others, it may involve living with a housemate, exploring a host arrangement or creating another personalised living setup.
Individualised Living Options can help participants explore:
- Where and how they would like to live
- Who they would like to live with or remain connected to
- The support they may need in their chosen living arrangement
- Their existing relationships and informal support network
- Paid supports that may help make the arrangement sustainable
- Changes that may be needed as their circumstances develop
What Types of Living Arrangements Can Be Explored Through ILO?
Living With Family
Some participants may choose to continue living with family while exploring additional support arrangements that help them maintain greater choice and independence.
Host Arrangements
A participant may live in the home of another person who provides companionship and support as part of an agreed living arrangement.
Living With a Housemate or Companion
Some people may prefer to share a home with another person while having supports arranged around their individual needs.
Other Personalised Living Arrangements
ILO can also involve exploring other living options that reflect the participant's preferences, relationships and support requirements.
Benefits of Individualised Living Option (ILO)?
Choosing individualised living options in Perth offers a range of advantages for NDIS participants looking for an alternative to traditional disability housing. The key benefits include:
- Maximum Choice and Control: You decide who you live with, where you live, and how your daily support is structured.
- Highly Personalised: Unlike group homes, ILO is built entirely around your specific lifestyle, cultural needs, and personal goals.
- Community Connection: ILO focuses on community integration, helping you build meaningful relationships with neighbours and local networks.
- Increased Independence: The flexible support model encourages capacity building, allowing you to develop the skills needed to manage your own home.
- Adaptability: As your life changes, your ILO arrangement can change with you. It is designed to be a long-term, sustainable living solution.
- Stability and Security: By designing a formal and informal support network, ILO provides a safe and secure environment that feels like a true home.
How Does the NDIS ILO Process Work?
Stage 1: Exploration and Design
This stage focuses on understanding how you would like to live and what support may be needed.
This may involve exploring:
- Your living goals and preferences
- Your strengths and existing supports
- People who are important in your life
- Different possible living arrangements
- Support needs and practical considerations
The aim is to explore an arrangement that is safe, sustainable and suited to your individual circumstances.
Stage 2: Implementation and Ongoing Support
Once an appropriate arrangement and approved supports are in place, the focus shifts to putting the living arrangement into action.
As circumstances change over time, your support arrangement may also need to be reviewed to ensure it continues to reflect your needs and goals.
ILO vs SIL vs SDA – What’s the Difference?
- Individualised Living Options (ILO): ILO focuses on how you want to live and the support arrangements around your chosen lifestyle. It is designed to provide flexibility and can involve a mix of formal and informal supports.
- SIL Supported Independent Living (SIL) : SIL focuses on the ongoing support a participant may need with daily life at home. The type and level of support depend on individual needs and approved funding.
- Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA): SDA refers to specialist housing designed for eligible NDIS participants with specific and significant functional or support needs.
What Supports Are Included in ILO?
Because ILO is a flexible support model, the specific help you receive depends on your personal plan. Common supports include:
- Daily living help: Assistance with showering, dressing, and personal hygiene.
- Social support: Helping you connect with friends, family, and the Perth community.
- Household tasks: Support with cooking, cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping.
- Skill development: Capacity building supports to help you learn how to manage a household or take public transport independently.
ILO Funding and Support Planning
Access to ILO-related support depends on your individual NDIS plan, goals and approved funding.
Planning is an important part of understanding what living arrangements and supports may be appropriate for your circumstances. This may involve considering your current living situation, future goals and the people and supports that are important in your life.
If you are unsure where to start, our team can help you discuss your goals and understand the Individualised Living Options support available through Achieve Disability Care.
Why Choose Achieve Disability Care for ILO Support in Perth?
- Person-Centred Planning : We take the time to understand how you want to live and what matters most to you before discussing possible support options.
- Support Around Your Living Goals : Your living arrangement should reflect your individual lifestyle, preferences and goals. We work with you to explore options that are relevant to your circumstances.
- Clear Guidance Through the Process : ILO can involve different stages and support arrangements. We explain the process clearly and help you understand the support options we provide.
- Local NDIS Support in Perth : Achieve Disability Care provides personalised NDIS support for participants across Perth and relevant surrounding areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Individualised Living Options (ILO) under the NDIS?
How can ILO support independent living?
What types of living arrangements can be explored through ILO?
Does ILO pay for rent or housing?
What is the difference between ILO and SIL?
What is the difference between ILO and SDA?
Who may be suited to an Individualised Living Option?
How does the ILO process work?
Is Individualised Living Options support available in Perth?
Ready to Explore Your Individualised Living Options?
Your living arrangement should reflect the life you want to live. Whether you are exploring a new living option or planning for the future, Achieve Disability Care can help you understand the support options available to you.
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