A Supported Independent Living (SIL) review is an opportunity for the NDIS to consider whether a participant's current support arrangements continue to meet their needs and goals. Reviews help ensure Home and Living supports remain appropriate as a participant's circumstances change over time.
If you receive SIL funding, a review may involve updated information about your support needs, living arrangements, goals and the supports you currently receive.
Why Are SIL Reviews Important?
People's lives change over time.
A participant's support needs, living situation, health, goals or available supports may be different from when SIL funding was originally approved.
A review helps ensure the NDIS has current information about:
- Daily support needs
- Living arrangements
- Functional capacity
- Disability-related support requirements
- Home and Living goals
- Changes in circumstances
The purpose is to determine whether current support arrangements remain appropriate.
When Does a SIL Review Happen?
There is no single review process that applies to every participant.
A SIL review may occur when:
- A participant's circumstances change
- Support needs increase or decrease
- Significant changes occur in living arrangements
- Updated evidence becomes available
- The NDIA requires updated information to make a decision about future supports
The timing and requirements of a review depend on the participant's individual circumstances.
Does a SIL Review Mean My Funding Will Change?
Not necessarily.
A review does not automatically mean SIL funding will increase, decrease or stop.
The NDIA considers the available evidence and the participant's circumstances at the time of the review.
Depending on the outcome, the NDIA may determine that:
- Current supports remain appropriate
- Different support arrangements should be considered
- Additional information is required
- Changes to support levels are appropriate
Every decision is made based on the participant's individual situation.
What Information May Be Considered During a SIL Review?
The NDIA may consider a range of information, including:
- Current support needs
- Functional capacity
- Living arrangements
- Home and Living goals
- Evidence from allied health professionals
- Information about how current supports are working
- Risks and support requirements
- Changes since previous assessments
The information required will vary depending on the circumstances.
What Evidence May Be Needed?
Updated evidence is sometimes required during a SIL review.
Examples may include:
- Functional Capacity Assessments
- Occupational therapy reports
- Allied health assessments
- Behaviour support reports
- Medical information
- Home and Living assessments
- Information about current support arrangements
The NDIA considers the evidence available when assessing ongoing support needs.
What Happens if My Support Needs Have Changed?
If your support needs have changed, it is important that the information provided during the review reflects your current situation.
Examples may include:
- Increased support needs
- Reduced support needs
- Changes in health
- Changes in mobility
- Changes in communication needs
- New risks or challenges
- Changes in informal support arrangements
The NDIA assesses how these changes affect your support requirements.
What Happens if My Living Arrangements Change?
Changes to living arrangements may be relevant to a SIL review.
For example:
- Moving house
- Changes in household members
- Changes in informal supports
- New Home and Living goals
- Changes to support delivery arrangements
The NDIA may consider how these changes affect the supports required.
What Happens if My Current Supports Are Working Well?
A review is not only about identifying problems.
Information showing that current supports are helping you achieve your goals and meet your daily support needs may also be relevant.
The review process helps ensure decisions are based on current information rather than assumptions.
Can Participants Be Involved in a SIL Review?
Yes.
Participant choice and control are important principles of the NDIS.
Participants should have opportunities to provide information about:
- Their goals
- Their support needs
- What is working well
- Challenges they are experiencing
- Changes in circumstances
This information can help provide a clearer picture of the participant's situation.
What Should I Do Before a SIL Review?
Preparation can help ensure the NDIA has accurate and up-to-date information.
You may wish to:
- Gather recent reports and assessments
- Document changes in support needs
- Consider your current Home and Living goals
- Identify what is working well
- Identify any challenges with current arrangements
Current evidence can help explain your circumstances and support needs.
What Happens After a SIL Review?
After considering the available information, the NDIA will determine whether any changes to supports are required.
The outcome will depend on the participant's circumstances and the evidence available.
If further information is needed, the NDIA may request additional evidence before making a decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a SIL review?
A SIL review is a process that helps ensure a participant's Home and Living supports continue to meet their needs and goals.
Does a SIL review mean my funding will change?
Not necessarily. The NDIA considers the participant's circumstances and evidence before making any decisions.
What evidence is needed for a SIL review?
The evidence required depends on the participant's circumstances. It may include allied health reports, Functional Capacity Assessments and information about current support needs.
Can SIL funding increase after a review?
The NDIA assesses each participant individually. Any changes to supports depend on the participant's circumstances and available evidence.
Can SIL funding decrease after a review?
The outcome of a review depends on the participant's circumstances and the information considered by the NDIA.
What should I do if my support needs have changed?
It is important to ensure that any changes in support needs are reflected in the information provided during the review process.
Read: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/changing-your-plan/decision-reviews/what-decision-review
Read: What Is Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Read: Can I Choose Who I Live With in Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Read: Can I Change My Supported Independent Living (SIL) Provider?
Read: What Evidence Do I Need for Supported Independent Living (SIL)?
Read: What Does Supported Independent Living (SIL) Funding Cover?
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