2 Supported Independent Living (SIL) vacancies in Medowie, NSW, in Medowie. Looking for SIL accommodation or housing in Medowie? Every home below has 24/7 on-site support.
Support coordinators and families welcome. We respond within one business day.
Medowie, NSW
Wowee in Medowie! This beautiful, spacious home is ideal for those looking for suburban living, close to all amenities.
Medowie is a residential suburb in the Port Stephens Council area, between Raymond Terrace and Williamtown. Raymond Terrace's shops and services are about 16 minutes away, Newcastle Airport about 9 minutes, and Newcastle's city centre around 34 minutes by car.
The beaches and walking tracks around Nelson Bay are roughly half an hour's drive, so day trips are easy. John Hunter Hospital at New Lambton Heights is about 32 minutes away. Medowie suits people who want a quieter, leafy setting with regular access to larger centres for appointments and outings.
| From Medowie | Drive time |
|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport, Williamtown | about 9 min |
| Raymond Terrace town centre | about 16 min |
| Nelson Bay | about 31 min |
| John Hunter Hospital | about 32 min |
| Newcastle city centre | about 34 min |
Approximate off-peak drive times, measured from the suburb centre. We don't publish street addresses online.
Three different things are paid three different ways. Knowing which is which makes the NDIS conversation easier.
NDIS funding
Pays for the support workers in the home — personal care, daily tasks, community access and overnight support.
NDIS funding, if eligible
Separate funding for accessible or high-support housing, only for participants who meet SDA eligibility. Many SIL homes are not SDA.
The participant
Usually paid from the Disability Support Pension. SIL funding can't be used for rent or groceries.
Source: NDIS — Supported independent living · NDIS — Types of home and living supports
Call or send the form. We check the home suits the participant's needs.
Tour the home and meet the staff and housemates.
Try the home with a short stay using STA funding, if helpful.
We prepare the roster of care and SIL quote with you and your support coordinator.
Typically 2–6 weeks once SIL funding and the home are confirmed.
Yes. As of 12 Oct 2026 we have 2 vacancies in Medowie: Tallowood in Medowie. Call (02) 4988 7878 to confirm current availability.
Raymond Terrace, about 16 minutes away, has the nearest larger shops and services. Newcastle's city centre is around 34 minutes by car.
The beaches and walking tracks around Nelson Bay are roughly half an hour's drive, and staff support community access as part of SIL.
Yes. We arrange a tour so the participant, family and support coordinator can see the home and meet the staff and housemates first.
Yes. Short Term Accommodation (STA) funding can be used for a trial stay of a few nights before any long-term move.
The participant pays rent, food and household bills, usually from the Disability Support Pension. NDIS SIL funding pays for the support, not the housing.
Plan-managed, NDIA-managed, Self-managed participants. Call us to check your plan before you apply.
Typically 2–6 weeks once SIL funding is in the plan and a home is confirmed. We can move faster when the need is urgent.
Send a quick enquiry or call the team. We'll confirm the fit and next steps within one business day.
