Introduction

The NDIS provides support across three main categories: Core Support, Capital Support, and Capacity Building support. Each category serves a unique purpose in addressing the needs of individuals with disabilities and enhancing their quality of life.

High-Intensity Daily Personal Activities

High Intensity Daily Personal Activities is a subcategory of Core Supports that specifically addresses the needs of individuals with high support requirements. It encompasses support services for individuals who require assistance with intensive and specialised personal care tasks on a daily basis.

What are High-Intensity Daily Personal Activities?

High Intensity Daily Personal Activities include tasks such as complex personal hygiene routines, specialised feeding assistance, managing complex health needs, and support with behaviours of concern. These activities require a higher level of skill, expertise, and attention from support workers to ensure the safety and well-being of the individual.

The importance of specialised support workers

In order to effectively handle the demanding and intricate tasks of High-Intensity Daily Personal Activities, it is crucial to have a team of highly trained and skilled support workers who can offer essential assistance. These dedicated professionals undergo specialised training to ensure that they possess the necessary knowledge and expertise to cater to the distinct requirements of individuals with high support needs.

Core Supports

Core Supports are designed to assist individuals with their everyday activities and provide access to necessary support. The different subcategories of Core Supports include:

Assistance with Daily Life

This category covers support services that help individuals with daily activities such as personal care, household tasks, and meal preparation. It aims to enhance independence and promote well-being.

Consumables

In the realm of enhancing daily life for individuals with disabilities, consumables play a crucial role. By incorporating these necessities, individuals with disabilities can experience a significant improvement in their everyday lives.

Assistance with Social and Community Participation

In this category, our aim is to empower individuals to actively participate in social and community interactions. We provide support to help them engage in various activities. We're here to assist and ensure that everyone can enjoy these experiences to the fullest.

Transport

Transport support helps individuals with disabilities access the community, attend appointments, and engage in social activities. It may include funding for public transport, taxis, or specialised transportation services.

Capital Supports

Capital Supports cover funding for more significant and long-term needs, including assistive technology, home modifications, and improved living arrangements.

Assistive Technology

Assistive technology refers to devices or equipment that assist individuals in their daily activities and improve their independence. This can include mobility aids, communication devices, and home modifications.

Home Modifications

Home modifications aim to make individuals' living environments more accessible and suitable for their specific needs. This may include installing ramps, grab rails, or accessible bathroom modifications.

Improved Living Arrangements

Improved Living Arrangements funding supports individuals who require specialised accommodation due to their disability. It can include funding for supported independent living (SIL) or specialist disability accommodation (SDA).

Capacity Building Supports

Capacity Building Supports focus on enhancing the skills, capabilities, and independence of individuals with disabilities. The subcategories of Capacity Building Supports include:

Support Coordination

Support Coordination provides assistance to help individuals navigate the NDIS, find service providers, and coordinate their support effectively.

Improved Health and Wellbeing

This category focuses on supporting individuals in improving their physical and mental well-being. It may include funding for therapies, exercise programs, or specialised health services.

Finding and Keeping a Job

This category provides support for individuals with disabilities to develop the necessary skills and find employment opportunities. It may include vocational training, job coaching, and workplace modifications.

Improved Learning

Improved Learning supports individuals in pursuing education and skill development. It can include funding for specialised educational support, tutoring, or assistive technology for learning.

Conclusion

The NDIS support categories provide a wide range of services and benefits that are specifically suited to the requirements of people with disabilities. Individuals and their families may make educated decisions and receive the right help if they understand these categories.