Refer participants to supported independent living (sil) in Wollongong, NSW
Supported Independent Living (SIL) provides assistance with daily tasks in a shared living arrangement.
Refer to supported independent living (sil)
- 10 registered providers in Wollongong
- Category 1: Assistance with Daily Life (Includes SIL)
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Altido Consulting Services
Wollongong, NSW and 12 othersAlso servesAuburn, NSW · Bankstown, NSW · Blacktown, NSW · Canberra Airport, ACT · Canowindra, NSW · Forbes, NSW · Gosford, NSW · Harris Park, NSW · Hornsby, NSW · Parramatta, NSW · TOONGABBIE, NSW · Woy Woy, NSW · State-wide provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Recognizing the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in this vibrant region, Altido Consulting Services offers a compassionate and person-centered approach to care, ensuring participants can achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives within Wollongong.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Approved Aged Care provider (Department of Health)
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
JK Home Care
Wollongong, NSW and 5 othersAlso servesArtarmon, NSW · Belmore, NSW · Goulburn, NSW · Granville, NSW · Sydney, NSW · Regional provider
Specialises in Domestic assistance · Personal care · Transport
JK Home Care Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the vibrant community of Wollongong, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance quality of life, and promote community participation right here in Wollongong.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Active Ables Community Services
Wollongong, NSW and 7 othersAlso servesArmidale, NSW · Inverell, NSW · Ipswich, QLD · Logan Central, QLD · Tamworth, NSW · Toowoomba City, QLD · Warwick, QLD · National provider
Specialises in Support coordination · Specialist disability accommodation · Personal care
Active Ables Community Services is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the Wollongong community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals in Wollongong, they offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Assistance For You Pty Ltd
Wollongong, NSW and 6 othersAlso servesArtarmon, NSW · Belmore, NSW · Manly, NSW · Mortdale, NSW · North Sydney, NSW · Sydney, NSW · Regional provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance
Assistance For You Pty Ltd is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to delivering comprehensive disability support services across Wollongong, NSW. With a strong commitment to participant choice and control, the provider offers a wide range of NDIS-funded supports designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities in the Wollongong region.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
CareWings United
Wollongong, NSW and 5 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Melbourne, VIC · Perth, WA · St Helens Park, NSW · Sydney, NSW · State-wide provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Carewings United Pty Ltd: Your NDIS Partner in St Helens Park, NSW
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Gardener
Elly Kare Services (EKS)
Wollongong, NSW and 22 othersAlso servesArtarmon, NSW · Ashbury, NSW · Ashfield, NSW · Auburn, NSW · Belfield, NSW · Burwood, NSW · Burwood Heights, NSW · Campsie, NSW · Croydon, NSW · Croydon Park, NSW · Dulwich Hill, NSW · Enfield, NSW · +10 more · Regional provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation
Elly Kare Services (EKS) is a dedicated NDIS provider extending its comprehensive disability support services to the vibrant community of Wollongong, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in the region, EKS offers a person-centred approach to NDIS care, ensuring participants in Wollongong receive the highest quality assistance.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Taxi or bus driver
Adaptive Choice
Wollongong, NSW and 2 othersAlso servesCampbelltown, NSW · Gledswood Hills, NSW · Regional provider
Specialises in Domestic assistance · Personal care · Meal preparation
Adaptive Choice is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Wollongong, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of the Wollongong community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of supports designed to enhance independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
A.P. Care Services
Wollongong, NSW and 4 othersAlso servesCampbelltown, NSW · Hurstville, NSW · Kareela, NSW · Sutherland, NSW · Hyperlocal provider
Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Transport
All Parental Care Australia Pty Ltd is a trusted, registered NDIS provider proudly serving Kareela and the surrounding Sutherland Shire region in NSW. They are dedicated to delivering high-quality disability support services designed to empower participants and enhance their independence.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
CASS Care
Wollongong, NSW and 36 othersAlso servesAshfield, NSW · Bankstown, NSW · Beverly Hills, NSW · Burwood, NSW · CAMPSIE, NSW · Camden, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Canada Bay, NSW · Canterbury, NSW · Castle Hill, NSW · Denistone, NSW · Eastwood, NSW · +24 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Equipment hire
They offer a comprehensive range of NDIS services designed to enhance independence and quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Approved Aged Care provider (Department of Health)
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
My Disability Support Services Pty Ltd
Wollongong, NSW and 2 othersAlso servesCampbelltown, NSW · Sydney, NSW · Regional provider
Specialises in Occupational therapy
My Disability Support Services Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Wollongong, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of individuals within this vibrant community, the provider offers a comprehensive range of supports designed to enhance independence and quality of life for NDIS participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
About Wollongong, NSW
Population
18,442
Median household income
$29,796 p.a.
Local government area
Wollongong (City)
Providers listed
10
Wollongong sits within the Wollongong (City) local government area in NSW. Providers serving this area often cover surrounding suburbs in the same LGA, so it is worth checking neighbouring areas if you cannot find an exact match.
How providers are verified
When you refer a participant through Carevo, you are referring to a provider cross-checked against the official Australian registers. Here is what is verified before a provider appears in the directory.
NDIS register cross-check
Every NDIS-registered provider listed is verified against the NDIS Commission register. Registration numbers and approved support groups are pulled from the official register, not self-declared.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval status
Aged care approved status reflects the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care approved provider list, including service types and category groups.
Source: Department of Health and Aged CareABN verification
Every listing includes an Australian Business Number. Providers without a valid, active ABN do not appear in our directory.
Source: Australian Business RegisterComplaints process
If you or a participant has a concern, the NDIS Commission handles complaints about NDIS providers and the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission handles aged care complaints. We also accept complaints via our own channel.
Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care CommissionHow we select and rank these providers
Providers on this page are filtered from our database of 10 supported independent living (sil) providers in Wollongong by NDIS registration group. We verify registration status against the NDIS Provider Register.
Ranking factors include: NDIS registration status, profile completeness, engagement with the platform (claimed listings rank higher), and subscription tier. Listings rotate daily to give all providers fair visibility. We do not accept payment for higher rankings.
Provider data is sourced from the NDIS Provider Register and updated regularly. If you notice incorrect information, contact us and we will investigate.
About Supported Independent Living (SIL) in Wollongong
Supported Independent Living (SIL) provides assistance with daily tasks in a shared living arrangement. SIL is one of the highest-value NDIS supports, often involving 24/7 staffing in shared houses. Providers must hold registration for Assistance with Daily Life Tasks in a Group or Shared Living Arrangement. SIL referrals are among the most complex coordination tasks.
Of the 10 supported independent living (sil) providers in Wollongong, 9 are NDIS registered and 10 have verified their listing on Carevo. Providers in this area cover 18 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.
With 10 providers in Wollongong, you have a reasonable range of options when matching participants. Compare registration status, service descriptions, and proximity before making a referral.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) in the Illawarra & Wollongong Region
Steel city heritage. University town with UOW. Growing retiree population. Strong community identity.
Flat coastal strip. Hills inland. Beach has accessible facilities. Free shuttle bus in CBD.
Nearest Hospital
Wollongong Hospital
Local Council
Wollongong City Council
Public Transport
South Coast train line to Sydney, Local bus network, Free Gong Shuttle
Supported Independent Living (SIL) Pricing in Wollongong
The following NDIS price limits apply to supported independent living (sil) in Wollongong under the 2025-26 NDIS Pricing Arrangements. These are maximum rates. Providers may charge less, and plan-managed or self-managed participants can negotiate different rates with unregistered providers.
| Line Item | Description | Price Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 01_011_0107_1_1 | Assistance With Self-Care Activities - Standard - Weekday Daytime | $70.23 per hour |
| 01_002_0107_1_1 | Assistance With Self-Care Activities - Standard - Weekday Night | $78.81 per hour |
Standard metropolitan rates. Remote and very remote loadings apply in eligible areas. Evening, Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday rates are higher.
What Supported Independent Living (SIL) Covers
The Supported Independent Living (SIL) registration group includes the following services. When referring, match the specific service type to the participant's plan goals and funded line items.
24/7 Supported Living
Round-the-clock support in shared houses, typically 3-5 participants. Staff provide personal care, household management, community access, and overnight support. The most intensive and expensive form of NDIS-funded accommodation support.
Drop-In Support
Scheduled support visits to a participant living independently or semi-independently. Less intensive than 24/7 but provides regular check-ins, assistance with tasks, and safety monitoring.
Host Family Arrangements
Participant lives with a vetted host family who provides a home-like environment and day-to-day support. Less institutional than group homes, suitable for participants who benefit from a family setting.
Common Referral Scenarios
Real-world situations where you would refer a participant for supported independent living (sil) in Wollongong.
A participant's aging parents can no longer provide full-time care at home. The participant needs 24/7 SIL with a compatible group of housemates. Start the process 6-12 months before the transition is needed, as SIL placements have long waitlists.
A participant in a current SIL arrangement is unhappy with their housemates or provider. You need to find an alternative SIL vacancy that better matches their needs, cultural background, and personality.
A participant is moving from a group home to a more independent living arrangement with drop-in support. The SIL provider needs to develop a transition plan that gradually reduces support while building the participant's independence.
What to Expect After Referral
SIL referrals are among the most complex coordination tasks. The process involves a roster of care assessment, SIL quote development, NDIA approval of the SIL funding, and matching the participant with a compatible house and housemates. Expect the full process to take 3-6 months minimum. Good SIL providers conduct thorough compatibility assessments and offer trial periods before permanent placement.
Red Flags to Watch For
Warning signs that a supported independent living (sil) provider may not be delivering quality services.
Provider placing participants based on vacancy rather than compatibility
No individual support plans for each participant in the house
High staff turnover leading to inconsistent support
Participant not involved in decisions about their living arrangement
Provider restricting participant choice or access to the community
No transparent breakdown of how SIL funding is spent
Roster of care not reflecting actual support delivered
How Supported Independent Living (SIL) Works with Other Supports
SIL works closely with SDA (the housing component), Therapeutic Supports (therapy delivered in the home), Community Participation (getting out of the house), and Behaviour Support (managing challenging behaviours in shared living). When referring for SIL, also check whether the participant has SDA funding and whether the SIL provider operates in SDA properties.
How to Refer a Participant for Supported Independent Living (SIL)
Step 1
Check plan funding in Category 1
Step 2
Verify provider registration status
Step 3
Contact provider or submit referral
Step 4
Set up service agreement with line items
Step 5
Monitor delivery and document outcomes
Referral Tips for Supported Independent Living (SIL)
SIL referrals require extensive planning. Check vacancy availability first, as most SIL houses have waitlists. Confirm the provider's rostering model, staffing ratios, and how they handle overnight support. Request the provider's most recent quality audit results. Coordinate with the participant's family, LAC, and NDIA planner early, as SIL funding requires a separate approval process and roster of care assessment.
What to Check Before Making a Referral
Registration Status
Verify the provider holds the correct NDIS registration group for supported independent living (sil). Check the NDIS provider register if uncertain.
Service Area
Confirm the provider services Wollongong and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader Illawarra & Wollongong region.
Availability and Waitlists
Ask about current waitlist times. For urgent referrals, check multiple providers simultaneously to find the fastest availability.
Cultural and Language Needs
Match the participant's cultural background and language preferences where possible. Ask providers about staff diversity and interpreter availability.
Cancellation Policy
Review the provider's short notice cancellation terms. Under the NDIS Price Guide, providers can charge up to 100% for cancellations within 2 business days.
Reporting and Communication
Agree on how the provider will report progress to you. Regular updates make your own progress reports and plan review preparation much easier.
New South Wales NDIS Regulations and Compliance
All supported independent living (sil) providers in Wollongong must comply with the NDIS Practice Standards and the NDIS Code of Conduct. The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission oversees provider registration, complaints, and compliance enforcement in New South Wales.
As a support coordinator, you have a responsibility to refer participants to providers that meet quality and safety standards. If you observe or suspect non-compliance, report it to the NDIS Commission. Participants can also make complaints directly.