Supported Independent Living (SIL) Assessments
for NDIS Participants
Positive Step provides mobile occupational therapy services across Perth to support adults requiring Supported Independent Living (SIL). We complete detailed assessments that identify the level of daily support required to live as independently and safely as possible.
Choosing the right level of support is a significant decision that affects your daily life, safety and independence. Our assessments provide a clear, evidence-based picture of your support needs to assist with NDIS funding decisions.
What is a SIL assessment?
A SIL assessment is a comprehensive functional assessment that outlines the type and level of daily support you require.
This includes support with personal care, household tasks, routines, safety and, where relevant, overnight support. The assessment demonstrates how your condition impacts your daily functioning and why specific supports are required.
At Positive Step, we ensure all recommendations are aligned with NDIS requirements and clearly demonstrate that supports are reasonable and necessary.
How SIL assessments are completed
SIL assessments focus on how you function in your everyday environment, not just clinical presentation. We:
- Assess your ability to complete everyday tasks across your daily routine
- Identify risks and support needs, including overnight and complex care requirements
- Consider your current supports, environment, and future goals
- Provide clear, detailed recommendations that are easy for the NDIS to understand
Our reports provide clear, structured recommendations that are easy for the NDIS to interpret, with detailed justification linked to your functional capacity and support requirements.
Where appropriate, we collaborate with families, support coordinators and other providers to ensure a consistent and accurate understanding of your needs.
What we assess
SIL assessments support decisions about daily living supports. This may include:
- Personal care and daily routines
- Household tasks and community access
- Mobility, transfers and manual handling needs
- Cognitive and behavioural support requirements
- Safety risks and supervision needs
- Equipment and environmental considerations
- Overnight support (active or inactive)
- Long-term planning for support needs
We also consider how your environment supports—or limits—your independence and provide recommendations to improve function within your home.
What to expect
Timeframe
Varies depending on complexity and reporting requirements
Location
Assessment completed in your home or community across Perth
Process
Functional assessment, routine analysis and detailed report preparation
Outcome
Clear recommendations for support levels aligned with NDIS criteria
Why choose Positive Step OT
Our senior occupational therapists provide SIL assessments that are detailed, practical and aligned with NDIS expectations.
- Clear evidence linking functional impact to support needs
- Reports designed to support funding decisions
- Consideration of complex and changing needs
- Collaboration with families and support teams
We focus on ensuring your assessment accurately reflects your daily needs and supports appropriate outcomes.
Supporting your next step
Whether you are applying for SIL, preparing for a review or your needs have changed, our team can guide you through the process. At Positive Step, we are committed to helping you access the right supports to live the life you choose—with dignity, independence, and the right level of care.
