Individualised Living Options (ILO)
An innovative alternative to group homes that lets you choose where and how you live, designing a personalized living arrangement with people you choose.
A tailored living framework that combines informal supports with structured paid assistance.
Is ILO right for you?
For participants aged 18+ who want greater autonomy than traditional group homes, living in their own rental, family home, or with a host.
You have or are seeking NDIS funding for Individualised Living Options.
You want to live with a partner, friend, flatmate, or host family instead of a group home.
You prefer a customized mix of informal and formal supports.
You want a living arrangement designed from scratch around your lifestyle.
Two Stages of ILO Funding
NDIS funds ILO in two distinct stages: Exploration & Design to plan the arrangement, then ILO Support to run it.
Stage 1: Exploration & Design
Funding to explore options, consult family, design the living proposal, and build the service package.
Stage 2: ILO Living Support
Ongoing funding for host stipends, co-resident contributions, drop-in workers, and monitoring.
Improved Living Arrangements
Assistance to secure a private rental lease, manage tenancy agreements, and bond support.
Assistive Tech & Smart Home
Smart switches, intercoms, and safety sensors enabling greater independence with fewer worker hours.
ILO works by combining paid support workers with natural supports like family or flatmates to create a sustainable home.
Learn about ILO fundingTailoring home life to your individual vision, not an institutional template. We guide you through Exploration & Design right through to moving in and thriving in your chosen home.
Explore ILO with usCreative Housing Design
We think outside the box to design living models that match your budget and personality.
Thorough Matching Process
In-depth compatibility matching for co-residents, flatmates, and host families.
Robust Contingency Plans
Back-up emergency plans so you are never left without support if someone is unwell.
Independent Tenancy
You hold the lease or ownership, ensuring total security of tenure and rights.
“I didn't want a standard group home. Caring Buddy helped me set up an ILO with my best friend and a co-resident. I have my own space and the exact help I need.”
Frequently asked
SIL is typically rostered 24/7 shift support in a shared disability house. ILO is a customized living arrangement (often in private rentals or with host families) combining paid and informal supports.
Design your ideal living arrangement
Speak with our ILO Specialist to begin Stage 1 Exploration and Design for your future home.
- Experienced ILO Design facilitators
- Full support with NDIA service proposals
- Independent housing options across NSW & VIC
