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Let us find you a SIL home that meets your needs
Myxa establishes new, inclusive and comfortable SIL homes across Regional and Metropolitan Melbourne that are tailored to the specific needs of each participant.
Myxa establishes new, inclusive and comfortable SIL homes across Regional and Metropolitan Melbourne that are tailored to the specific needs of each participant.
At Myxa, it’s all about YOU. We’re here to help you find the right place to call home, ensuring every decision aligns with your preferences. We prioritise your independence, comfort, and well-being.
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Supported Independent Living (SIL)
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Myxa Specialised Support
Hospital Discharge Program
Myxa facilitate Out-Of-Hospital transition for participants who are medically cleared for hospital discharge into Supported Independent Living or Medium-Term Accommodation.
We coordinate their move to suitable accommodation and arrange tailored support services to meet the participants needs. Through our collaborative approach, our program aims to ensure continuity of care and promote recovery and independence.
Key Elements
- Manage discharge
- Find suitable SIL or MTA housing
- Trained support workers
- Support and Care plans
- Medication management
- Community Support
Out of Home Youth Support
Services designed to meet the complex disability support needs of youth requiring accommodation outside of their familial residence.
Our collaborative approach allows us to tailor support to each individual, ensuring their safety and well-being, and guiding them towards independent living.
Key Elements
- Ensuring safety and wellbeing
- Providing tailored support
- Supporting access to training and education
- Maintaining connection to culture
- Supporting goals to independent living
In-Home Disability Support
In-Home Disability Support provides a variety of services to help individuals with physical, intellectual, and associated mental health conditions live independently at home.
We achieve tailored support through a collaborative approach, involving Positive Behavioural Practitioners, trained support workers, carers, and families.
Key Elements
- Tailored Support with Qualified Staff
- Promoting Independence
- Social and Community Support
- Goal Orientated
High Intensity Support with Complex Disability Needs
We empower individuals with complex needs through intensive, personalised support, providing dedicated one-on-one or two-on-one assistance to maximize their independence and quality of life.
Your journey with us begins with a thorough understanding of your needs and the establishment of clear expectations. We then focus on securing your ideal living situation and carefully assembling a dedicated support team, ensuring a personalized and successful experience.
Key Elements
- Focus on complex needs
- Positive Behavioural Support
- Individualised support plans
- Specialised support workers
Myxa SIL Program
Prioritising Safety and Well-Being
- At Myxa, participant safety and well-being are our top priorities.
- We create secure, nurturing environments supported by rigorous safety protocols at every residential location.
Embracing Complexity
- We tailor our approach to each individual's unique characteristics, including those with challenging behaviours.
- Our goal is to create an environment where every participant feels valued, supported, and empowered.
Comprehensive Care Plans and Collaboration
- Personalised Care Plans: Designed to address specific needs and promote growth and independence.
- Collaboration: We work with families, broader care teams, and stakeholders to ensure seamless support.
- Expert Training: Our support staff receive continuous training to deliver the highest quality care.
Strategically Located Housing
- All housing locations are situated within accessible communities.
- Features include convenient public transportation, promoting social inclusion, connectivity, and independence.
Understanding that every participant's needs are unique, we offer the flexibility to establish new homes based on specific requirements. If the existing vacancies do not meet your needs, our team is ready to match you with a property where you want to live or establish a new SIL home in your preferred location, ensuring it meets your individual requirements.
Our SIL service offers around-the-clock support, including...
Personal Care
Personal care assistance (showering, dressing, toileting, grooming)
Health & Wellbeing
Managing health and well-being, including medication management
Cooking & Meal Preparation
Grocery shopping and meal preparation
Household & Garden Chores
Assistance with maintaining a clean and comfortable living environment, including tasks such as cleaning, laundry and gardening.
Friendly connections with staff and other residents
Fostering a sense of belonging and companionship through positive interactions and social activities within a shared living space.
Community engagement
Supporting individuals to actively participate in their local community, including accessing recreational activities, attending events and building relationships outside the home.
Myxa’s Dedicated SIL Managers
At Myxa, we understand that exceptional support starts with exceptional leadership. That’s why each SIL home is managed by a dedicated SIL Manager who ensures the highest quality of care, providing a seamless experience for participants and their families. Our SIL Managers are responsible for:
- For families and participants: Acting as the primary point of contact, offering client support, and addressing participant needs.
- Operational excellence: Overseeing service delivery, managing teams, and ensuring effective risk management.
- Compliance and quality: Upholding quality assurance standards, implementing safety measures, and fostering collaboration across support networks.
Shared Living: How we support you to find the right house mate
Finding the right housemate is a crucial part of creating a comfortable and harmonious living environment. Our three-step process ensures a smooth transition:
- Relaxed introductions in neutral settings, such as coffee meetups.
- Gradual integration through casual house visits and shared activities.
- Supportive transition to full-time shared living.
Take the First Step Towards Independent Living
At Myxa, we are committed to helping you achieve independence and find a home that suits your needs. Contact us today to learn more about our SIL program, explore our vacancies, and start your journey.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Supported Independent Living (SIL):
SIL is providing support services to assist individuals to live independently regardless of whether it’s shared or their own independent living arrangement. SIL Services can include assistance with cooking, cleaning, personal care, medication management, budgeting and social interaction. The funding for SIL falls under core supports in your NDIS plan and is determined by your individual support requirements.
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA):
SDA is providing specialised housing tailored to meet the unique support needs of individuals with disabilities. The building must have specific design features and modifications to cater to the participant’s individual needs such as wider doorways, stepless showers, safety windows, adjustable bench tops, infrastructure for a ceiling hoist or life support systems depending on the SDA category.
We will provide furniture and or white goods for common areas such as kitchen, dining room, living room and laundry. It is the participant’s responsibility to furnish their own bedroom, this allows for personalisation and creating a sense of ownership within their personal rooms. However, you are more than welcome to bring your own furniture if you prefer, we understand you may have the perfect spot in mind for that much loved vintage chair you own.
Myxa can establish new SIL properties that meet individual needs based on location and ratios. Our team will work with you to ensure that you are matched with a property, where you want to live and with housemates that share similar goals to you, so you can feel connected to your community. The best way to view our current vacancies is to check Our Homes section of our website, where you can see available properties. If you have specific requirements for a SIL property, please reach out to our team on 1300 006 992.
In general, participants are responsible for covering costs related to their daily living and personal needs. These may include:
- Groceries
- Rent, board or lodging costs
- Utilities: Gas, electricity, water, telephone and internet
- Vehicle costs: Fuel, insurance and maintenance
- Clothing and personal care items
- Recreation: Entertainment, hobbies, or personal electronics
Myxa is responsible for arranging building insurance for all our SDA properties. All participants that reside in Myxa properties are recommended to arrange contents insurance to cover the loss or damage of their personal possessions such as clothes, books, electrical equipment and cosmetics. Don’t forget to include cover for your specific treasures like cassettes of 80’s and 90’s rock bands, antiques and family heirlooms.
Myxa welcomes responsible pet ownership and considers pet applications on a case-by-case basis. Participants must demonstrate their ability to provide all essential pet care independently, without relying on a Disability Support Worker. This includes, but is not limited to, feeding, walking, grooming, and of course, providing a loving environment.
Additionally, to ensure a harmonious living environment, consent of all housemates within the supported living arrangement is required. This ensures everyone feels comfortable and respects the needs of both the participant and the pet.
Finally, all pets must comply with any body corporate by-laws that may exist in the residence.
Finding your ideal housemate is an in-depth process at Myxa. We prioritise compatibility and collaboration, matching you with individuals who share similar interests and personalities. This involves collaboration with your support coordinator to understand your needs and preferences. The final step is a key one! We arrange a meet-and-greet at the property, allowing you to get to know each other in a relaxed environment. This ensures a comfortable fit for everyone before any commitment is made.
We understand that finding the right fit in a home is important. Myxa offers a variety of supported living accommodation options throughout metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Our dedicated team will do their best to help you find a suitable property that aligns with your individual needs, location preferences, and desired level of support. We’ll also connect you with housemates who share similar goals, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
We also recognise that our options may not always be the best fit for everyone’s needs, therefore if we can’t accommodate what you are looking for, we will recommend you to a provider who can.
Myxa tailors support services to meet each person’s needs. This can include 24/7 support for everyday tasks, including:
- Personal Care
- Health and Wellbeing
- Cooking and Meal Preparation
- Household and Garden Chores
- Helping with fostering positive relationships
- Community Engagement
We work with each NDIS participant to understand their needs and then build a support package to meet those needs.
We have NDIS housing in both regional and metropolitan Victoria and have recently expanded into Queensland. Due to our expansive network, we can also offer the flexibility to establish new homes based on specific requirements. Visit our property listing page to view our current vacancies.
To apply for SIL, you must have a NDIS plan that includes SIL funding. You can discuss your needs with your NDIS planner or support coordinator to facilitate the application process.
Our Supported Independent Living services are currently offered in Victoria and Queensland.
If you, or someone you know is interested in accessing our SIL services, please complete our Referral Form.
TESTIMONIALS
What People Say About Us
I just love the Manor SIL. The concept is exactly what I have been wishing for. I will be applying for STA there and SIL when approved for my 27 year old .I have had a viewing and I feel so grateful that a service has been looking outside the box. Thank you so much for doing that. So many amazing opportunities and modern apartment style living at the Manor.
Michelle - Parent
Thank you very much, you have been an absolute pleasure to work with, very professional, exceptional communication and a warm and friendly demeanour! I say this based on over 30 years’ experience in community services, always good to acknowledge and share the good experiences and people.
L.W - Specialist Support Coordinator
I just wanted to say a very HUGE thank you to you for providing the support & holistic approach you have provided not only to my participant but to myself during a stressful process. You took the stress out of the process with ease & the outcome has been nothing short of amazing! I have also enjoyed working with you collaboratively & look forward to future endeavours together!
Brook S - Support Coordinator
I do have a lot of respect and admiration for my support worker from Myxa Care. He completely understands me, I was so surprised I was able to trust someone I’ve never met before, he showed me so much understanding of my current situation and understood me throughout. I was able to fully appreciate myself and the time we had together, for the first time in years I felt I could trust him enough to show facial expressions express my emotions using appropriate gestures and body language to communicate clearly, I wasn’t afraid of being judged or condemned, discriminated & ignored, mocked by society and criticized, bullied & constantly tormented for being different or unique. I can finally fell free to be myself around him and my partner without holding back and repressing everything I feel, think and believe.
K.J - Participant
Our son is so happy and content at Myxa Manor, and is loving his new ‘pad’ and the staff. We can see that everyone is very caring, positive and considerate and are grateful for everything you have done to date to accommodate.
Ros and Bruce - Parent
From the initial contact with Amber to my participant’s placement in a SIL home, has been an absolute dream partnership. A participant desperate for a safe home with an imminent discharge from psychiatric recovery accommodation finally transitions into his forever home. His self-esteem, self-worth and value have increased in a very short time all because he feels valued and finally considered an equal member of his care team. As a support coordinator, my experience with Myxa Care has been most smooth, practical and accommodating more so in light of the limited SC hours remaining. Myxa Care truly delivers participant centred care. I have no hesitation to present Myxa Care as a preferred SIL provider to my potential participants and their families.
Rozita Y – Support Coordinator
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