The organisation was established by Peter James in 1991 to support people with intellectual disabilities to leave the institutionalised care model of Tokanui Hospital and live in the community.
He saw an opportunity to make a difference, recognising each individual has their own unique gifts and challenges. SILC’s focus has always been on people with disabilities living in their own homes in their communities – people living good lives
It’s not science, it’s not bureaucracy, it’s not service specs; it’s the art of being human. It’s about people, people, people.
Peter James
We listen to people and work alongside them to achieve their dreams.
Our values
Visionary
Planning the future with imagination
Inclusion
A community where everyone belongs
Excellence
To be the best we can be.
Wellbeing
Taking a holistic approach to the lives of people and our community