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What is subsidized independent living (SIL) and what are the eligibility requirements? Can I live with a relative or friend and receive SIL, and if I do, will I be eligible for RTI when I age out?

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What is subsidized independent living (SIL) and what are the eligibility requirements? Can I live with a relative or friend and receive SIL, and if I do, will I be eligible for RTI when I age out?

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Subsidized independent living (“SIL”) is an optional way of achieving independence prior to turning 18 with requirements established by Florida laws. Florida law now requires that all youth be formally evaluated at age 16 to determine whether they are eligible for SIL. As a youth in SIL, you can live in an unlicensed setting, including your own apartment, the home of a relative or family friend, or a special home run by your community based care provider. Although you are not technically in foster care, you will still have an open court case. That means that a judge will still conduct hearings and make decisions involving you, and a caseworker will continue to be assigned to the case. In addition, you will receive money each month to help with expenses.