Disability Assisted Living Our Supported Independent Living (SIL) program experienced a year of positive growth and consolidation. Our managers took advantage of training opportunities and worked together consistently with a clear vision, providing excellent supports to our clients. Our SIL teams responded to the challenges of COVID-19 towards the end of the 2019-20 financial year by providing extra supports to our clients and keeping everyone safe, focusing on awareness of infection control and following health guidelines. The appointment of a Housing Pathway Specialist during the financial year has assisted with linking our housing and SIL services to encourage the expansion of the program. One of the most exciting developments for our Assisted Living team included forming a partnership with Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) provider Adapt Housing. Momentum is contracted
to be the SIL provider in 2021 for a 10 unit housing development in Loganlea, built by Adapt. This brand new purpose built accommodation will provide new opportunities for people with disabilities to live independently in the community with support from our dedicated team. Support Coordination The 2019-20 financial year saw an expansion of our Support Coordination services, including an increase in staffing with seven Support Coordinators now available to NDIS participants across our regions. Our new team has supported 258 clients with over 5,830 hours of service resulting in increased access to vital services for people living with disabilities. The team will continue working to increase our Support Coordination activities across the region to ensure NDIS participants receive the services they need to live full and inclusive lives in our local communities.
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