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Jovial Healthcare provides supported independent living in Tarneit through shared SIL homes designed around the needs of the people living there. Support arrangements can include daily living assistance, personal care, household tasks, community participation and overnight support, depending on the participant and the home. For current Tarneit vacancies or to discuss a suitable SIL option, call 1300 542 634 or submit a referral below.
How We Support NDIS Participants to Access SIL in Tarneit
Tarneit has wide streets, paved footpaths, local shopping centres and public transport connections across Melbourne’s west. These local options can make everyday activities, appointments and community participation more practical for people living in supported accommodation.
Tarneit Station provides access to the metropolitan and regional transport network, with step-free access and parking. Local bus services connect Tarneit with surrounding areas including Werribee, Hoppers Crossing and Williams Landing. Where transport support forms part of a participant’s support arrangements, the team can discuss suitable options for getting to appointments, programs, shopping and other regular activities.
Tarneit Central Shopping Centre provides grocery shopping and everyday retail services, as well as a Changing Places facility with an accessible toilet and hoist. Wyndham Village Shopping Centre on Sayers Road has grocery stores, a medical centre, dental services and a pharmacy.
Werribee Mercy Hospital is approximately 10km from central Tarneit. Wyndham Village Medical Centre provides local GP services within the suburb.
Supported Independent Living Homes and Vacancies in Tarneit
Jovial Healthcare provides shared SIL homes in Tarneit, with the suitability of each home considered against the participant’s needs and the existing household.
Property details, current vacancies and confirmed accessibility features are provided on the individual property pages. This may include information about bedrooms, bathrooms, entry access, living areas and other features relevant to the property.
If a participant needs a particular accessibility feature or support arrangement, please tell us during the referral process so we can identify suitable options.
If there is no suitable vacancy currently listed, call 1300 542 634 to ask about upcoming availability and other suitable options.
Community Participation in Tarneit
Living in Tarneit provides access to local community facilities, programs and services that can support individual community participation goals.
Tarneit Community Learning Centre at 150 Sunset Views Boulevard provides accessible facilities and runs cooking classes, language groups and community programs. The centre has level entry, accessible bathrooms and other accessibility features.
Penrose Promenade Community Centre provides arts, fitness and cultural programs. Dianella Community Centre also hosts community activities, while Wyndham Council runs Active Tarneit with free and low-cost activities across the area.
Wyndham Council’s Community Connector Program can also help residents and carers identify local groups, activities and services based on individual interests and needs.
The right activities will depend on the participant’s goals, interests and support arrangements. Local options can be discussed as part of the referral and planning process.
What Daily Support Covers in a SIL Home
Support in a Supported Independent Living home is based on the participant’s individual needs and the home’s support arrangements. Depending on the participant and their funded supports, assistance may include:
Personal Care
Support with activities such as showering, dressing, grooming and personal hygiene where this forms part of the participant’s support requirements.
Medication
Medication support can be provided where it is included in the participant’s support arrangements and managed in accordance with the relevant medication management requirements.
Meals and Daily Living
Support with meal planning, preparation and grocery shopping can form part of daily living support. Participants working on independence skills may be supported to take part in these tasks.
Household Tasks
Household tasks may include cleaning, laundry, tidying shared areas, and other household tasks, depending on the participant’s needs and goals.
Community and Appointments
Support arrangements may include assistance to attend appointments, day programs, community activities and everyday errands.
Overnight Support
Overnight arrangements vary according to the participant’s needs and the specific home. Where overnight support is available, the arrangement may be active overnight or a sleepover model.
Specific supports and staffing arrangements should be confirmed during the referral and home-matching process.
What Support Ratios and Overnight Cover in Tarneit
Support ratios describe how support workers are shared between participants during a particular period. The appropriate arrangement depends on individual support needs, the home’s household and the funded roster of care.
Some participants may require individual support at particular times, while shared support may be appropriate at other times. Arrangements can therefore vary throughout the day.
Overnight arrangements also vary between participants and homes. Where overnight support is available, it may involve an active overnight worker or a sleepover arrangement, depending on the confirmed support requirements.
Current support ratios and overnight arrangements for each Tarneit property should be confirmed before a placement is considered.
How SIL Housemate Matching Works
A suitable housemate match is important when choosing shared SIL accommodation. The aim is to find a household arrangement that works for the participant as well as the people already living in the home.
During the referral process, relevant factors may include daily routines, sleep and waking patterns, day program schedules, communication preferences, cultural considerations, dietary requirements and the existing household environment.
Where appropriate, prospective participants and their families can view a suitable home and ask questions before a placement decision is made.
If a particular home is not a suitable match, we can consider other available options rather than placing someone in a household that is unlikely to work well.
Any placement and transition arrangements are managed in line with the relevant service agreement and the participant’s circumstances.
How to Refer a Participant for SIL
Support coordinators can refer a participant by calling 1300 542 634 or by submitting the referral form below. We usually respond the same day.
The referral information helps the team understand the participant’s circumstances, support requirements and preferred location. It also helps identify which available homes may be suitable.
Participants and families can also contact Jovial Healthcare directly. A support coordinator referral is not required to make an initial enquiry.
If you are still determining whether SIL is suitable, you can contact the team to discuss the next steps and what information may be required.
Current SIL Vacancies in Tarneit
SIL vacancies in Tarneit and nearby north-eastern suburbs change regularly as participants move into homes and suitable housemate matches are made.
Contact our team to discuss current availability and whether a particular home is suitable for your support needs and lifestyle.
Suburbs Near Tarneit We Also Serve
Jovial Healthcare supports NDIS participants across Tarneit and surrounding areas in Melbourne’s west, including:
See our other SIL locations to explore available homes and support options throughout the area.
Is there a SIL vacancy in Tarneit right now?
Current vacancies are shown in the Tarneit SIL property listings above. Availability can change, so if you cannot see a suitable property, call 1300 542 634 to ask about current or upcoming options.
Can I visit a SIL home in Tarneit before deciding?
A suitable home can be discussed and viewed as part of the placement process. This gives the participant, family and support coordinator an opportunity to see the property, understand the household and ask questions before making a decision.
Is there staff overnight at the Tarneit SIL homes?
Overnight arrangements vary between homes and participants. Where overnight support is available, the model may be active overnight or sleepover support, depending on the confirmed support requirements. The arrangement for a specific home should be confirmed before a placement decision.
How are cultural and dietary preferences handled in Tarneit?
Cultural preferences, communication needs and dietary requirements can be discussed during the referral and housemate-matching process. Meal planning and preparation arrangements depend on the participant's needs and the support provided at the specific home.
Do you accept participants with complex behavioural needs?
Suitability depends on the participant's support requirements, the available staffing arrangement and the existing household. Where relevant, information such as a positive behaviour support plan can be reviewed during the referral process so the team can determine whether a particular home is suitable.
What happens if a SIL placement does not work out?
Placement and notice arrangements are set out in the relevant service agreement. If a placement needs to end, the participant's support coordinator and the provider can work together on the transition and next steps, including considering another suitable option where available.
Have further questions? Check our FAQ page for more questions.
Learn More About SIL in Tarneit from Our Team
Looking for supported independent living in Tarneit? Call Jovial Healthcare at 1300 542 634 or submit a referral to discuss current vacancies, suitable homes, and next steps. We usually respond the same day.