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To support the recent Let’s Talk SIL webinar for Support Coordinators and Providers, we’ve summarised some key points below. You can see Hayden and Nik in a short Q&A session here
Summary of Tom’s Case Study:
- Tom is a 35-year-old male with a psychosocial disability, cognitive delay and behavioural issues;
- He is living at home with his ageing Mum and Dad who are naturally worried about his future. They have been discussing with Tom about the options him to leave home and become more independent;
- Mum and Dad have contacted Tom’s Support Coordinator for guidance on applying for funding to apply for SIL.
Hayden from Journey Support advised:
- the reports and assessments required should include an OT functional assessment and Home and Living documentation;
- SIL should not be considered an option unless there are at least 8 hours of active care needed and 24/7 access to care;
- Tom’s ratio of care would be decided by taking into account complex behaviours and the level of care required;
- the Provider will also have influence on ongoing ratios with reporting etc.
- Under the SIL operational guidelines, the NDIA will NOT fund vacancies, and utilising participants funds to cover the cost of vacancies is not appropriate;
- Factors to consider when a participant would like to move from their current housing provider – encouraged SC’s and Providers to have this conversation upfront and discuss the possible outcome and required notices regarding service agreements, tenancy agreements etc.
- to be realistic about timeframes – there’s a backlog in Home and Living – some applications are sitting at one month – it is important to manage the expectations of participants and families.
Shelley from Magnus Health:
- advised ROC’s are no longer required unless organisations develop these for internal rostering processes.
- reminded us of the importance of understanding the needs of each participant in order to provide an outline of the care needed.
- spoke about flexibility with SIL providers VS other service providers. Participants do not have to use the services of the housing provider.
- confirmed there is a difference between SIL funding and housing/service provision. A participant may have multiple providers for different services, i.e community access, personal care etc.