Independence Australia Group Limited

Independence Australia Group Limited is a leading Australian social enterprise dedicated to empowering people living with a disability or other personal need to regain and retain their independence within an inclusive community. Since its establishment in 1957, the organisation has grown to become one of Victoria’s largest providers of disability and aged care services, offering a comprehensive range of supports, products, and programs designed to enhance quality of life and foster genuine participation in society.

Complex Care and Supported Independent Living (SIL)

At the heart of Independence Australia Group Limited’s work is its Complex Care and Supported Independent Living (SIL) program. This flagship initiative provides 24/7, round-the-clock support for individuals with complex or high needs, helping them to live as independently as possible in their own homes or specialist accommodation. The program is tailored to each person’s unique circumstances, offering assistance with personal care, medication management, meal preparation, domestic tasks, and community access. By focusing on individual choice, dignity, and inclusion, the SIL program enables participants to set and achieve personal goals, build social connections, and enjoy a greater sense of autonomy and wellbeing.

Mission and Vision

Independence Australia Group Limited is driven by a mission to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to fully participate in life and the community. Its vision is to create a society where people with disabilities and older Australians can exercise genuine choice and control over their lives, supported by services and products that respond to their individual needs, goals, and aspirations.

Main Objectives

• To deliver high-quality, person-centred supports that promote independence, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• To operate social enterprises that generate income to reinvest in core charitable activities.
• To advocate for the rights and interests of people with disabilities and their families.
• To innovate and expand access to specialist healthcare products and consumables across Australia.

Benefiting Groups

The organisation primarily supports people living with disabilities, including those with physical, intellectual, or psychosocial disabilities, as well as older Australians and individuals recovering from illness or injury. Services are also extended to families and carers, recognising their vital role in the support network. Independence Australia Group Limited is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that its programs are accessible to people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

Types of Services or Activities

• In-home support: Personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation, and overnight support.
• Accommodation and housing: Specialist accommodation options and supported independent living.
• Respite services: Short-term care to give carers a break.
• Case management and support coordination: Helping individuals navigate and coordinate their supports.
• Psychology and counselling: Emotional and mental health support for individuals and families.
• Community access: Assistance to participate in social, recreational, and educational activities.
• Health and wellbeing programs: Workshops and group activities focused on improving physical and mental health.
• Specialist healthcare products: Distribution of mobility aids, continence products, wound care, and other consumables.

Independence Australia Group Limited stands out as a social enterprise that combines commercial activity with a strong social purpose, reinvesting profits to expand its impact and ensure sustainability. By offering both core supports and specialist products, the organisation provides a holistic approach to independence, making a tangible difference in the lives of thousands of Australians each year. Those wishing to support its work can make a donation to help further its mission.