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2026 Changes to NDIS Supported Independent Living: What Moreton Bay Residents Need to Know

Key Takeaways

• All SIL providers will need to be registered from 1 July 2026.
• New SIL Practice Standards will focus on participant choice, safeguarding, and quality service delivery.
• Support worker pay rates will increase, helping attract and retain skilled workers.
• SIL applications will require stronger evidence, including a Functional Capacity Assessment and Roster of Care.
• Quad Care is ready to support participants and families through these changes.

If you receive Supported Independent Living (SIL) funding or are considering SIL in the future, there are some important changes coming in 2026.

These changes are designed to improve quality, safety, and accountability across the sector. They will affect providers, participants, families, and support coordinators alike.

Understanding what is changing can help you make informed decisions about your home and living supports. Whether you’re currently receiving SIL funding or exploring your options, it’s important to know how the reforms may affect you.

At Quad Care, we welcome these changes. We believe they will strengthen participant safeguards and lift the overall standard of care across the industry.

Here’s what you need to know.

1. SIL Providers Must Be Registered

One of the biggest changes coming in 2026 is mandatory registration for all SIL providers.

From 1 July 2026, Supported Independent Living will move into its own registration group:

0138 – Assistance with Supported Independent Living

This means providers must be registered to deliver SIL supports. Providers who do not become registered by the required deadlines will no longer be able to provide SIL services or claim funding for these supports.

The goal is simple. The NDIS wants to improve participant safety, increase transparency, and ensure providers meet consistent quality standards.

To maintain registration, providers must complete certification audits and demonstrate compliance with the NDIS Practice Standards.

At Quad Care, we believe this is a positive step forward. It creates greater accountability and gives participants and families more confidence in the services they receive.

2. New SIL Practice Standards Are Being Introduced

Alongside mandatory registration, new SIL Practice Standards will commence on 1 July 2026.

These standards are designed to improve outcomes for people living in Supported Independent Living arrangements, including shared homes and supported accommodation settings.

The new standards focus on four key areas:

Supported Decision-Making

Participants should have genuine choice and control over their daily lives, relationships, routines, and living environment.

Safeguarding

Providers must have strong systems in place to protect participants from harm while respecting their right to make informed decisions.

Practice Governance

Providers must ensure workers are appropriately trained and supported to deliver safe and effective services.

Tenancy Agreements

Housing and support arrangements must be clearly separated so participants understand their rights and responsibilities.

Together, these standards help ensure that SIL is more than just a support service. It should feel like home.

3. Pricing and Workforce Changes

Changes are also coming to support worker wages and NDIS pricing arrangements.

Following Fair Work Commission decisions, modern award wages will increase. Workers covered under Schedule E (Home Care – Disability) will also receive targeted wage increases from October 2026.

These changes recognise the valuable work performed by disability support workers and aim to improve workforce sustainability.

The NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits for 2026-27 will reflect these changes.

For participants, this generally should not create additional out-of-pocket costs. SIL funding is typically adjusted to account for approved pricing changes.

Ultimately, the goal is to ensure providers can continue to attract and retain skilled workers while maintaining high-quality support.

4. SIL Applications Will Require Stronger Evidence

The NDIA is placing greater emphasis on evidence when assessing SIL funding requests.

As a result, participants and providers will need to provide detailed information to support applications.

Most SIL applications will require:

• A current Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA)
• A detailed and independently developed Roster of Care (RoC)
• A service proposal from the SIL provider

The Roster of Care should clearly explain:

• The participant’s support needs
• Required staffing ratios
• Risks and safety considerations
• Overnight support requirements
• Behavioural or clinical support needs

Providing comprehensive evidence helps the NDIA understand the participant’s circumstances and determine the appropriate level of funding.

Finding the Right SIL Provider in Moreton Bay

Choosing a SIL provider is an important decision.

As the new requirements take effect, it’s worth checking that your provider is prepared for the upcoming changes and committed to maintaining high standards of care.

At Quad Care, we’re ready.

Whether you’re looking for a supported living arrangement, a shared home environment, or complex support at home, our team can help you navigate your options and plan for the future with confidence.

If you’d like to learn more about our Supported Independent Living services in Moreton Bay, contact our team today. We’d be happy to answer your questions and discuss how we can support your goals for independent living.