Discover Your Independence
Welcome to Your New Home
It’s not just a house – it’s a home. Everyone deserves to walk through the front door and feel that restful “Ahhhhh – I’m home” feeling that we all love. Home is where the heart is, and will work with you to create lovely memories because those memories can make all the difference.
Also, personalising your new ‘home environment’ with photos or artwork that brings you to life is also part of the magic of making it feel ‘right’. Whatever it takes to make it feel like home for you, we’re here to help.

Personal and Caring Spaces
We help you if you need extra care, including mental health support. We create welcoming homes in Sutherland, Illawarra, Nowra, and Shoalhaven where you feel strong and taken care of.
A Friendly Approach
A Friendly Approach
Meet Your Team

Supportive Relationships
Behind our great services is our friendly team, ready to support you.
Our team wants to see you succeed and be happy. They can’t wait to get to know you better.
Quick Communication
We respond quickly to all emails, ensuring you always get the help you need.
Your questions are important to us – we will always do our best to reply with the right answer.
Explore Your Options
Independent Living Options
We provide living spaces where you can thrive. You get the support you love, with the caring guidance that makes life feel easier. Connect with professionals that match your needs, experienced in helping you to achieve your goals.
Consistent Quality Standards
High levels of care need to be consistent. We believe it’s about getting things right for you each day, each time you make a request. Trust builds over time, and we love it when people realise that we are completely on their side and there to help.


Independent Living Options
We provide living spaces where you can thrive. You get the support you love, with the caring guidance that makes life feel easier. Connect with professionals that match your needs, experienced in helping you to achieve your goals.

Consistent Quality Standards
High levels of care need to be consistent. We believe it’s about getting things right for you each day, each time you make a request. Trust builds over time, and we love it when people realise that we are completely on their side and there to help.

Need More Information?
Easy Contact
Want to chat about your next steps?
Tell us more about what you need.

Hi Maria, Support Independent Living Services – Here to Help.
We’re excited to help you on your journey to independence, built on trust, quality, and care.
True Experiences
Hear recent success stories from those who’ve thrived independently with our services. These stories highlight our commitment to creating environments where you can blossom.
Good News Stories
Good News Stories
We’re all about building relationships with people. Here’s what some of our participants Say,
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Living in a SIL home has changed my life. Ave Maria has worked together with my NDIS professionals and a great team of carers to create a safe, comfortable place where I can live my best life, even though I have dementia. I am truly respected. .
Shauna, SIL Participant
Ave Maria is a highly professional disability and mental health service in the Illawarra and I cannot speak highly enough of the great work they do for the care they take of my brother.
Jillian
I am very satisfied with the overall care from staff, management, networking systems + all whom assist with the care of my loved one, supported by Ave Maria.
Hilda
Living in a SIL home has changed my life. Ave Maria has worked together with my NDIS professionals and a great team of carers to create a safe, comfortable place where I can live my best life, even though I have dementia. I am truly respected. .
Shauna, SIL Participant
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Ave Maria is a highly professional disability and mental health service in the Illawarra and I cannot speak highly enough of the great work they do for the care they take of my brother.
Jillian
I am very satisfied with the overall care from staff, management, networking systems + all whom assist with the care of my loved one, supported by Ave Maria.
Hilda














