June 12, 2025
What Is SIL? A Guide to Supported Independent Living with the NDIS
For many NDIS participants, the journey toward independence and stability starts with finding the right living arrangement. If you’ve come across the term SIL or Supported Independent Living, you may
June 9, 2025
5 Signs You May Need Complex NDIS Support
If you’ve ever felt like your NDIS plan doesn’t quite reflect the reality of your day-to-day life. Or maybe, you’re constantly finding new challenges instead of feeling like you’re building
June 9, 2025
What is NDIS High Intensity Daily Personal Activities (HIDPA)?
For some NDIS participants, daily living tasks require more than just routine support. They are centred around specialised, high-level assistance. That’s where High Intensity Daily Personal Activities (HIDPA) come in.
June 9, 2025
NDIS Mental Health Pathways: Your Complete Guide to Support and Recovery
There’s nothing more difficult than navigating an internal struggle alone. For the many who live with mental health challenges everyday, it can become deeply overwhelming and isolating. But here’s the
June 2, 2025
Finding Her Way Home: Katie’s SIL Journey with Maple
*Disclaimer image has been altered for privacy.* When Katie first connected with Maple Community Services, her future was uncertain. She had spent many years living alone in public housing, until
June 1, 2025
How Maple Provided Same-Day Supported Independent Living for Cassius
Moving homes is a daunting experience for anybody. Can you imagine being discharged from hospital and having nowhere to go? That was the reality for Cassius, one of our incredible
May 28, 2025
Self-Care Tips for Families Navigating NDIS Support Transitions
When a loved one is going through a major change in their care like switching providers, moving from hospital to home, or from child to adult disability services, the spotlight
May 22, 2025
New Funding Periods in NDIS Plans: What You Need to Know
To help NDIS participants better manage their budgets and funding, the NDIA is introducing changes to how funds are made available in NDIS plans. These changes are being gradually rolled
May 22, 2025
Top 7 Winter Activities for NDIS Participants!
Fun and Accessible Winter Activities for NDIS Participants As the colder weather starts to spread across Australia, it’s completely normal to feel a little slower, less motivated, or even a
May 10, 2025
How Maple Helped Harry Find a Home That Feels Like His Own
At Maple, we understand that Supported Independent Living (SIL) is more than just a roof over someone’s head — it’s about finding a space where individuals feel secure, supported, and
May 3, 2025
Layla’s Journey: Running Towards Her Dreams And Inspiring Inclusive Sport For All!
You may not have heard her name yet, but Layla Sharpe is a rising star in the athletics world! From an early age, Layla had a passion for athletics, and
May 2, 2025
Fast-Tracking Your SIL Placement Process: A Guide To Getting Place When You Need It
Finding the right Supported Independent Living (SIL) placement can be overwhelming, but with the right approach, the process can be smooth, fast, and stress-free. Here’s how participants and support coordinators