Support Independent Living (SIL)
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is funded by Persons with Developmental
Disabilities under contract to Independent Advocacy. The intent is to assist
individuals within their own homes to live the most fulfilling, happy and
independent lives possible.We are committed to supporting our individuals in
most aspect of their lives that they would appreciate assistance with, including
but not limited to,
- Budgeting
- Education
- Health care visits
- Court appearances
- Organizational skills within the home
- Connections to available community services
We appreciate the uniqueness of each of our individuals and strive to support
them with ongoing patience, clarity and compassion, while catering to their
specific personalities and abilities.
Home Sharing
Sometimes called Support Homes, Adult Foster Care or Approved Homes.
The goal of Home Sharing is to promote person centered care in a homelike
environment. The care provided can be for example:
- Meal preparation
- Emotional support
- Behavioral support
- Housekeeping
- Social Activities
The individual chooses this option perhaps because they like the idea
of consistency and diversity of care living with a family, a couple, a single
person or in a house where there are children. This option can be more inclusive
rather than a segregated form of group care. Home Sharing Hosts are screened and
subcontracted independent operators who enter into a contract with Independent
Advocacy. They work with the guardian and the individual to ensure the level of
care required is met.
We are activly looking for applications
for home share hosts. Please email
pepinn@iainc.ca
24 Hour Staff Homes/Apartments
Independent Advocacy currently supports up to 15 sites where a maximum of 4
individuals live together. The individuals receive funding for 24 hours of
staffing and that may include an awake or asleep on call staff. The services
provided are determined at the annual Lifestyle Planning meeting and this is
worked out with the individual, their friend, family or legal guardian. Services
vary and depend on the needs of the individual and the available funding
provided by Persons with Developmental Disabilities Edmonton. The Staff do not
live in these homes and an emphasis on it being a joint venture by all who live
there is maintained.