Empowering NDIS Participants: Success Stories of Individualized Living Options

The National Disability Insurance Scheme’s (NDIS) Individualised Living Options (ILO) have been a transformative force in the lives of many participants. ILO does not pay for a house but empowers participants to explore different living arrangements that best suit them. This includes living with a host or housemate, or designing supports that facilitate independent living.

  Megan Moncur’s encounter with the NDIS ILO was truly transformative. Initially overwhelmed, Megan received comprehensive assistance that helped her navigate the process until she comfortably settled into her new living arrangement. “At first, we didn’t know what to do, but they assisted us all the way until we moved in. I can’t thank them enough,” shares Megan. Her story underscores the value of ILO in assisting participants explore different ways to live.

Christopher Hale is another NDIS participant who benefitted from ILO. His experience exemplifies the diverse choices offered by ILO, from living with housemates to staying in a host’s home. He says, “My stay here has been very pleasant, I could not ask for more. Amazing service.” Christopher’s positive experience demonstrates the efficacy of customized support designs.

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Suzanne Roulston’s testimonial underscores the personal impact of ILO. She expresses heartfelt gratitude for the supportive environment and stability that ILO brought into her life. She shares, “Mara, I need to thank you. The women surrounding me are absolutely incredible, it’s the routine, stability in my life today, if it weren’t for them I wouldn’t be able to. There are no words that can sum up how incredibly grateful, happy I am for Second Home coming into my life. So thank you.”

These testimonials shed light on the power of NDIS Individualised Living Options. They highlight the transformative impact of personalized care and the promotion of independence. Furthermore, they testify that the purpose of ILO is to empower participants to live in a manner that suits them best, with funding that meets specific criteria across both stage 1 and stage 2.