The SIL Program is designed to support individuals in their homes or typically in their apartments.  Support is also offered while they are in the family home and progress is made to transition the person to their own apartment/home environment.

   

-          There is currently one SIL Manager , 7 F/T SIL Caseworkers and 3 P/T Caseworker. Each Caseworker carries a case-load of between  5 to 8 people.

 

-         The frequency and type of support varies with each person.  The minimum hours of support would be 6 hours per week, up to a maximum of 15 hours a week.

 

-      The type of support offered through the SIL Program is varied, dependant on the expressed needs of the individual.

 

-         The type of support offered could be any of the following, but is not restricted to: Budgeting--Money Handling--Menu Planning--Grocery Shopping--Cooking Skills--Home Maintenance--Emotional Support-- Assistance with Appointments--Medication Administration--Community Connection--Group Support/Workshops--Personal Hygiene....

 

-         A professional and respectful working relationship is expected between case worker and the person receiving support.

 

-         Individuals will be supported to maintain a level of cleanliness that ensures health and safety risks are minimal. Supports may also include the areas of addressing fire hazards and maintaining safe food practices.

 

Supported Independent Living
16610 Bayview Ave #203
Newmarket, Ontario
L3X 1X3
Telephone:  (905) 954-3838
Fax:  (905) 954-4054