It's now a couple of months since 1 July 2026, the date mandatory registration became a requirement for providers delivering Supported Independent Living (SIL) under the NDIS. If you or someone you support lives in a SIL arrangement, you may be wondering what this change actually looks like in practice, and what it means for the support you're receiving. This post is a plain-language follow-up to explain where things stand and what to check.
A quick recap of the change
From 1 July 2026, providers delivering SIL are generally required to be registered with the NDIS Commission rather than operating as unregistered providers. The reform was designed to bring an extra layer of oversight to SIL, given it involves supporting people in their homes, often with higher levels of support need. If your household's SIL arrangement was already run by a registered provider, you likely wouldn't have noticed much day-to-day change. If it wasn't, your provider should have taken steps to register, transition participants to a registered provider, or work with your plan to arrange alternative support.
What this means for participants and families day to day
For most participants, registration itself doesn't change the practical, everyday support you receive, the same team, the same routines, the same home. What it does add is a formal layer of accountability. Registered SIL providers are subject to the NDIS Practice Standards and ongoing audit requirements, and they can be reported to the NDIS Commission if something isn't right. Families and participants generally still have the same rights to raise concerns, request changes to supports, or ask questions about how a service is delivered, registration simply means there's a clearer, more consistent framework sitting behind those conversations.
How to check whether your SIL provider is registered
If you're not sure whether your current or prospective SIL provider is registered, there are a few straightforward ways to find out. You can ask the provider directly and request their registration details, including their NDIS registration number and the specific registration group covering SIL. You can also check the NDIS Commission's public register of registered providers, which is searchable online. If anything seems unclear or a provider is reluctant to confirm their status, that's worth treating as a prompt to ask more questions or seek a second opinion from your Support Coordinator or Local Area Coordinator.
Why using a registered provider matters
Choosing a registered SIL provider generally gives participants and families a bit more assurance. Registered providers are audited against the NDIS Practice Standards, have obligations around incident management and complaints handling, and can be held to account through the NDIS Commission's regulatory processes. This doesn't mean unregistered supports were automatically unsafe before the reform, but for a service as personal and ongoing as SIL, many families find the added oversight reassuring. It can also make it easier to escalate a concern if something does go wrong, since there's a clear regulatory pathway to follow.
Tenax Supports is a registered provider
Tenax Supports is a registered NDIS provider in Victoria, and our Supported Independent Living service operates under that registration. If you're reviewing your current SIL arrangement, comparing providers, or simply want reassurance about how a registered SIL service works day to day, our team is happy to talk you through what that looks like in practice, from how our homes are staffed to how we handle incidents and feedback.
What to do if you're still unsure
If you haven't heard from your current SIL provider about their registration status, or you're unsure whether recent changes to your support arrangement were properly explained, it's reasonable to ask directly. Your Support Coordinator can also help clarify where things stand and what your options are under your current plan. Taking the time to check now is a simple way to make sure your home and supports continue on a stable, compliant footing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SIL registration mean my day-to-day support will change?
Not usually. Registration is mainly about the provider meeting NDIS Practice Standards and being subject to Commission oversight, rather than changing the actual supports delivered in your home.
How can I find out if a SIL provider is registered?
You can ask the provider for their registration number and details, or search the NDIS Commission's public register of registered providers online.
What happens if my SIL provider isn't registered?
You should raise it with the provider directly, and it may be worth speaking with your Support Coordinator about your options, since registration is generally required for SIL providers from 1 July 2026.
Is Tenax Supports a registered NDIS provider?
Yes, Tenax Supports is a registered NDIS provider in Victoria, including for our Supported Independent Living service.
If you'd like to talk through your SIL arrangement or find out more about our registered supports, reach out to Tenax Supports via our contact or enquiry page.