Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessments.
All Perth Areas
No Waitlists
Sigma Therapy offers prompt service availability, with initial appointments typically available within 2 weeks of referral.
In-Clinic
Our Occupational Therapist can work with you from the Sigma Therapies clinic in Bibra Lake. See directions here.
Mobile
Can’t travel easily? No problem—Sigma Therapies offers mobile Occupational Therapy services across the Perth metropolitan area. We can meet you at home, in school or in the community.
Telehealth
Telehealth (online) Australia-wide is available for convenient access to our Occupational Therapy services​. Our goal is to remove barriers to you getting the support you need.
Supporting Your Independence with Comprehensive SIL Assessments
Sigma Therapies helps NDIS participants access the appropriate support they need to live independently by providing Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessments.
Our Occupational Therapists conduct detailed SIL assessments in your home environment, ensuring that the services and supports identified align with your individual needs and goals. These assessments provide critical insights into the type of assistance required for everyday living, enabling you to live as independently as possible while accessing necessary supports.
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How Our SIL Assessments Can Help You
Our SIL assessments are designed to help NDIS participants:
- Determine Appropriate Support Levels for NDIS Plans: The assessment provides an in-depth analysis of your functional abilities and identifies the level of support you require for independent living. This helps ensure your NDIS plan includes the right amount of support to meet your needs.
- Tailor Living Arrangements to Your Needs: SIL assessments help identify whether independent living, shared living, or other supported living arrangements are best suited to your situation.
- Access Daily Living Assistance: The assessment evaluates the types of daily living assistance you need, such as help with personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, or managing your health and well-being.
- Maximise Independence: By identifying the right supports and services, SIL assessments enable you to live as independently as possible while ensuring you receive the necessary help to manage daily activities.
- Plan for Safety and Wellbeing: We assess your safety and ability to manage risks within your living environment, providing recommendations to ensure your home is safe and accessible.
What’s Involved in a SIL Assessment?
We conduct our SIL assessments in the comfort of your home, allowing us to evaluate your real-life abilities and challenges in your own environment. Our assessment process is thorough and focused on providing a clear understanding of your support needs. The process typically involves:
- Initial Consultation: We begin by discussing your goals, challenges, and the level of support you’re seeking for independent living. This helps us tailor the assessment to your personal circumstances.
- Functional Capacity Evaluation: Our Occupational Therapists assess your physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to determine how well you manage daily tasks and identify areas where you may need additional support.
- Daily Living Skills Assessment: We evaluate your ability to perform essential daily tasks, including personal care (such as bathing and dressing), household chores, meal preparation, managing medication, and community engagement.
- Home Environment Assessment: We assess your living environment to ensure it is safe and accessible. If needed, we provide recommendations for home modifications or assistive technology to improve safety and independence.
- Comprehensive Report: After the assessment, we provide a detailed report outlining the findings and recommendations. This report can be submitted to the NDIS to support your SIL funding application and ensure you receive the right level of support.
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Why Choose Sigma Therapies for Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessments?
We understand the challenges families and caregivers face, including long wait times, inconsistent support, and the complexity of navigating the NDIS system.
Sigma Therapies, is committed to providing
expert guidance and real support to overcome these challenges, ensuring you and your loved ones experience
positive change and greater independence.
You are at the centre of everything we do
We pride ourselves on personalisation – every Occupational Therapy assessment or plan is custom-made to fit your unique needs, goals, and circumstances​. We involve you in decision-making at every step, honouring your choices and feedback.
We take the time to understand your unique situation and tailor our assessments to your individual goals and challenges, ensuring that the recommended supports meet your specific needs.
You have access to compassionate therapists with NDIS Expertise
Navigating the NDIS can be overwhelming. When you choose Sigma Therapies, you’re supported by highly qualified occupational therapy specialists with compassion and empathy. While we are NDIS savvy, we never lose sight of you as a person. We balance the needed formalities with genuine personalised care.
If you’re a private client (not using NDIS), you’ll receive the same high level of service and coordinated support.
You can get the support you need right now, without waiting lists
We know that what ultimately matters to you are the results – the positive changes you experience in your life. We've removed the need for waitlist: when you feel ready, you can get started right away. Our mobile occupational therapist can also visit you at home, work, or school.
We set clear objectives from the start and continuously monitor progress towards them. We track improvements and you'll always see how far you've come.
Supported Independent Living Assessments Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessment?
A Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessment is an evaluation conducted to determine the level of support an individual requires to live independently in their own home or in a shared living arrangement.
SIL is an NDIS-funded service that provides help with everyday tasks, such as personal care, cooking, cleaning, and accessing the community. Our assessments focus on identifying the specific supports that will enable you to maintain your independence while ensuring your safety and well-being.
SIL assessments are essential for individuals seeking NDIS funding for supported independent living arrangements, as they provide the necessary evidence to demonstrate the level of care required.
Is a SIL Assessment Covered by Medicare?
Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessments are typically funded through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for eligible participants. Medicare does not generally cover these types of assessments.
If you are an NDIS participant, you can access this service as part of your NDIS plan. We recommend discussing your funding options with your NDIS planner or support coordinator to ensure that the SIL assessment is included in your plan.
How long does a SIL assessment take?
A SIL assessment typically takes between 1 to 3 hours, depending on the complexity of your needs and the areas being assessed.
Can the assessment be done in my home?
Yes, all SIL assessments are conducted in your home to ensure that the evaluation reflects your real-life abilities and challenges.
Do you have more questions or would you like to make an appointment? We'd love to hear from you!
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