Supervised Independent Living (SIL)

Guiding Harbor’s Supervised Independent Living (SIL) Program is designed to assist young adults in developing independent living skills, enhancing educational / vocational and career choices while offering employment opportunities. The Supervised Independent Living Program offers services to youth age 16 and older, who are physically and emotionally able to master the skills and experiences offered. The clients referred to this program must have a demonstrated history of functioning at a level appropriate for community based living.

Youth are placed in homes with home providers or in independent housing. Youth are expected to be self-motivated and responsible for their life choices. An SIL provider is expected to support and encourage the youth in meeting all goals set by the case management plan. There is no training required for this program. Support to the SIL family is provided by a case manager who will also work directly with the youth.