Individualised Living Options (ILO)

At Austin Care, ILO is about designing a living arrangement as unique as you are. Unlike traditional housing supports, ILO gives you complete choice—where you live, who you live with, and how your support works.

We focus on blending formal services with your natural support network (family, friends, or community) to create a flexible, sustainable lifestyle that grows with you.

How ILO Works

Design Phase: Creating Your Ideal Living Setup

We work with you to explore:
🔹 Your dream living situation – Solo, shared, or with family
🔹 The right mix of supports – Formal services + informal help
🔹 Your independence goals – Daily skills, social connections, decision-making

Implementation Phase: Making It Happen

We help:
✅ Set up your home supports (personal care, household management)
✅ Train your support network (family, friends, or housemates)
✅ Provide on-call assistance for unexpected needs
✅ Adjust as your life changes

What Support Can ILO Include?

Category	Examples
Housing & Setup	Finding a home, moving in, modifying your space
Daily Living	Personal care, meal prep, budgeting
Independence Building	Skill development, decision-making support
Social & Community	Maintaining friendships, joining local activities

Crisis & Flexibility

Backup support, adjusting care as needs change

ILO vs Other Housing Supports

Feature	ILO	SIL (Supported Independent Living)	SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation)
Focus	Custom living plan	Structured shared/individual support	Specialist housing design
Flexibility	Changes as you do	Fixed support ratios	Physical modifications (e.g., wheelchair access)
Support Type	Mix of formal + informal (family/friends)	Paid staff only	Housing-focused, with separate support
Best For	Those wanting full control over their living setup	Those needing predictable daily support	Those with high physical support needs

How ILO Fits with Other Services

ILO enhances your existing supports:

Support Coordination: Helps plan and fund your ILO setup

Community Access: Keeps you connected to work, hobbies, and friends

Therapies/Health: Complements clinical care with daily-life strategies

“With ILO, you’re not just moving into a house—you’re creating a life.”

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