In this episode of SILosophy, Tania Gomez is joined by an experienced SIL professional Storm Menzies to explore one of the most common challenges in Supported Independent Living (SIL): What happens when participants don’t get along?

With most SIL homes operating on a one support worker to three participants model, ensuring that housemates are well-matched and able to resolve conflicts effectively is crucial. But even with the best planning, conflict is inevitable in shared living.

This episode unpacks common causes of conflict, best practices for matching participants, conflict resolution techniques, and when it’s time to consider relocating a participant.

Episode Highlights with Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome & introduction: Why this is such a common challenge in SIL

02:15 – Why participants don’t get along: Common triggers in shared SIL homes

05:00 – The importance of proper onboarding & housemate introductions

07:30 – Should providers match participants based on disability type or needs?

10:15 – The importance of house rules, communication styles & sensory preferences

12:45 – Conflict is normal! How to train staff in conflict resolution

15:10 – The worst mistakes SIL providers make in handling participant conflicts

17:20 – When do you relocate a participant, and how do you manage that process?

19:30 – Key takeaways & final thoughts on managing housemate dynamics

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