Private Supported Independent Living (SIL) Studios in Heidelberg West
Location: Heidelberg West, VIC|Postcode: 3081
Experience the perfect balance of independence, privacy, and personalised support at Cosy Home Care’s modern Supported Independent Living (SIL) home at Heidelberg West.
Purposefully designed for people with disability, this contemporary shared home provides residents with their own private bedroom and private ensuite, creating a comfortable personal space while still offering the benefits of a welcoming and supportive household.
Residents can enjoy modern communal living areas, including a fully equipped shared kitchen, spacious dining and lounge areas, onsite laundry facilities, and outdoor spaces. The home provides opportunities to socialise and connect with housemates while respecting each participant’s privacy, routines, preferences, and independence.
Whether you’re looking for Supported Independent Living (SIL), Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA), or Short-Term Accommodation (STA/Respite), Cosy Home Care provides person-centred support tailored to individual goals, preferences, and everyday living needs.
Support Model
At Cosy Home Care, support is built around each participant rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Our experienced team can provide:
Property Features
Designed to provide a comfortable balance of private and shared living, the home includes:
Local Area
Conveniently located in Heidelberg West, the property provides excellent access to everyday services, healthcare, shopping, and public transport.
- Bell St Mall – Nearby for supermarkets, shops, cafés, pharmacies, and everyday essentials
- Northland Shopping Centre – A short drive away, with supermarkets, major retailers, cafés, restaurants, cinemas, and services
- Austin Hospital – Conveniently located in nearby Heidelberg
- Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital – Close by for healthcare services
- Rosanna Railway Station – Nearby train access to surrounding suburbs and Melbourne
- Local bus services – Available within the Heidelberg West area
- Local medical centres and pharmacies – Within easy reach
- Parks and recreational areas – Nearby for outdoor activities, walks, and relaxation
- Cafés, restaurants, and community facilities – Easily accessible throughout Heidelberg West and surrounding suburbs
Participants Contribution
What participants pay depends on their income and funding.
- If receiving the Disability Support Pension (DSP): Rent is calculated in line
with the NDIS SDA Pricing Arrangements, at 25% of the participant's DSP
plus 100% of their Commonwealth Rent Assistance (CRA). - If not receiving the DSP: Rent is a flat $250 per week.
Utilities are billed separately at $150 per month, covering standard household
costs.
Participants buy their own groceries, so they're free to choose foods that suit their
tastes and dietary needs. And if they'd like a hand, our support team can help with
meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking as part of their personalised
supports.
FAQs
Supported Independent Living (SIL) at Lancewood gives eligible NDIS participants assistance with daily living while sharing a modern, comfortable home in Heidelberg West. The support is designed to help residents build independence and everyday skills, with experienced staff onsite around the clock.
SIL at Lancewood is generally for participants who have SIL funding included in their NDIS plan. If you don't see SIL funding in your plan but feel you'd benefit from daily support, it's worth reaching out to a Support Coordinator, who can help assess your needs and guide you through the NDIS process.
What other services can I access at Lancewood, Heidelberg West? This property supports SIL, Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA), and Short-Term Accommodation (STA/Respite), so it can suit a range of individual needs and circumstances, not just long-term living.
If you receive the Disability Support Pension (DSP), rent is calculated at 25% of your DSP plus 100% of your Commonwealth Rent Assistance, in line with NDIS SDA pricing arrangements. If you don't receive the DSP, rent is a flat $250 per week. Utilities are charged separately at $150 per month, covering standard household costs.
This listing is for a single private bedroom with its own ensuite bathroom, so you'll have your own private space while sharing communal living areas with your housemates.
Participants purchase their own groceries, allowing them the flexibility to choose foods that suit their individual preferences and dietary requirements. Our support team is available to assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, and meal preparation as part of each participant's personalised supports
Housemates are carefully considered based on support needs, personality, communication style, interests, daily routines, lifestyle preferences, and overall compatibility, so the household is comfortable and sustainable for everyone living there.
The home has 24-hour onsite shared support, including help with personal care, medication management, meal preparation and household activities, and community participation, with individualised planning reviewed regularly.
To get started, you can contact Cosy Home Care on 0447 464 597 or (03) 9457 5968 or submit an enquiry through their contact form. The team will discuss your needs, provide details about the Lancewood home, and guide you and your support network through the next steps.
Since this is a second property in Heidelberg West, I've used "Lancewood" in the titles to keep it distinct from the other Heidelberg West listing — let me know if you'd rather reference it differently.
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