The NDIS funding application process is as easy as it is empowering. Read on as we guide you through the entire process, and connect you with the care and support your family needs. By the end of this article, you’ll have a crystal clear understanding of exactly how NDIS funding works and how it can benefit your family, starting today.
But first, what is NDIS funding?
For families seeking support for children with special needs, NDIS funding is a lifeline. In short, it’s a government initiative designed to provide financial assistance to individuals with disabilities, enabling them to access essential services and support. Through NDIS funding, families like yours can connect with qualified support workers who offer consistent care tailored to your needs. This funding covers various aspects of care, including therapy, education, and daily living support. By facilitating access to these services, NDIS funding aims to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and their families, ensuring they receive the assistance and care they require to live life to the fullest.
What types of support are available?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) offers a wide range of daily living supports which are divided into Core Supports and Capacity Building Supports.
Core Funding
Assistance for Daily Living
This includes assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication assistance, and domestic support, including assistance with cleaning, gardening, shopping and attending personal appointments.
Assistance for Social & Community Participation
Additional support is available for individuals who would like to participate in social and community-based activities – designed to help keep them healthy, while having fun.
Capacity Building
Improved Daily Living Skills
Improved daily living support can be used to acquire assessments, therapy, and training services, which can help increase independence, skills, and community participation.
Increased social and community participation
Additional support is available for individuals who would like to participate in social and community-based activities – designed to help keep them healthy, while having fun.
How do I apply for funding?
There are four main steps in the application process. Below, we’ve broken each one down for you, highlighting what you’ll need to complete and prepare.
Assessment and Planning
The first step in accessing NDIS funding is to undergo an assessment to determine your eligibility. Most support services organisations can assist you with this process, ensuring you provide all the necessary information to support your application.
Once your eligibility is confirmed, you’ll be able to work with a planner to develop a personalised NDIS plan. This plan outlines your goals, needs, and the support and services you require to achieve them. The service team will collaborate with you and your family to ensure your plan is designed to match your individual circumstances and aspirations.
Choosing Service Providers
Now that you have your NDIS plan, you can choose service providers that align with your needs and preferences. Each support services organisation offers a wide range of support options tailored to people with special needs, including therapy, assistance with daily activities, and community participation programs. Service providers like Puzzle, offer people the highest quality of care and support, to make sure they reach their full potential and lead the fullest of lives.
It’s also important that you find a support worker who is fully qualified and who you connect with. The right person will be dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, and who suits your personal requirements.
Accessing your NDIS Funding
Once your plan is approved, you can start accessing NDIS-funded supports and services right away. This is your chance to get started on the therapy, daily activities, or community engagement you need.
Review and adjustments
Life can change, and as it does, your needs and circumstances change. Luckily, your NDIS plan can be reviewed and adjusted to ensure that it continues to meet your needs through the course of your funding. Your support provider will help you navigate any changes, as well as assist you in monitoring your progress, and making any necessary changes to your plan to ensure you’re getting the exact support you need when you need it.
The life you deserve
Navigating NDIS funding is easy when you have a dedicated service provider to help you through it all. Now that you know the process and what’s required of you, you can get started with your funding application.
At Puzzle Support Services, our goal is to help you feel as confident and supported as possible. With a focus on children with special needs, our dedicated team is committed to providing you with the care and support you deserve. Our services are designed with your whole family in mind. So we take the time to get to know everyone, as well as your various routines, to make sure that we’re offering as much assistance to you as we possibly can. Get in touch with us and let us help you unlock all the benefits of NDIS funding and live life to the fullest.
