What is NDIS?
National Disability Insurance Scheme
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a long-term, sustainable and flexible funding arrangement that will replace the existing disability services system in Australia. The NDIS will be rolled out in stages over time as part of an innovative approach to supporting people with disabilities and their families.
The NDIS is not like other government programs or initiatives, but rather it’s designed to provide support for all Australians who live with a disability so they can participate fully in everyday life. This includes being able to work or study, enjoy leisure activities and live independently at home if necessary.
What supports will the NDIS fund?
The NDIS will fund support to help you do the things you want and need to do. For example, if you have a disability that affects your ability to dress yourself or wash yourself, the NDIS may provide funding for aids like clothes hangers or baths that can help with this daily living activity.
The NDIS also provides funding for social activities such as going out with friends or meeting up with family members. This helps people who are lonely because they don’t have anyone else in their lives anymore because of their disabilities
Comfort Support Care is a renowned NDIS provider that provides services for physical, cognitive and sensory impairments. We provide 24/7 support and work with you to ensure that your plan is implemented to the highest standard.
We are proud of our extensive range of support, which can be tailored to meet your needs. Our team is trained in all aspects of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) including:
- How it works
- What it covers
- How it differs from other disability support schemes
- The importance of self-management skills when using an assisted living service or carer service
Are you eligible for the NDIS?
To be aged between 7 and 65 years and have a significant disability, illness or injury. This means that your ability to live independently and perform basic tasks is significantly impaired by your condition. It does not need to be permanent; it can be caused by an ongoing medical condition such as cancer or diabetes that affects daily living activities like eating, dressing and bathing
Have a plan that is being funded under the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme). The plan has been approved by Department of Social Services (DSS) staff based on information provided by you when applying for funding under this scheme. For more information about how DSS handles these applications see our guide: How do I apply for funding from my local area office?
How to access NDIS?
If you are a person with an intellectual disability and want to access the NDIS, it is important that you talk with your doctor about what support options are available. Your doctor can refer you to a specialist who can give more detailed advice about the NDIS and how it will help make your life easier.
What does the NDIS fund?
- Personal care services
- Home modifications, such as ramps and doorways, help you get in and out of your home safely.
- Community participation support packages that include social contact time with other people. You can also access activities like clubs or sports clubs through your local community centre or school.
- Assistive technology devices such as wheelchairs or hearing aids are available for purchase with the NDIS funding for eligible people who need them to improve their quality of life.
What doesn’t the NDIS fund?
The NDIS does not cover the following:
- Medical equipment that is used to administer medication.
- Transport services, such as taxi fares or hire cars for travelling to appointments and other activities.
- Personal care services, including housekeepers who help with meal preparation and cleaning up after meals.
- Specialist equipment such as wheelchairs, scooters, hearing aids or mobility aids (such as wheelchairs).
How can Comfort Support Care for me under the NDIS?
We’re a leading NDIS service provider in Melbourne, providing a wide range of support services for physical, cognitive and sensory impairments. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that your plan is implemented to the highest standard.
Our services include:
- Assisting you with your daily tasks such as cooking or cleaning
- Helping you with personal care needs such as bathing or grooming
- Supporting your loved ones with tasks they may find difficult due to their disability
Offering Reliable and Quality NDIS Support Services
Our services include:
- 24/7 access to the reliable support staff that can assist you when you need it most.
- Reliable and skilled care is provided by experienced NDIS professionals in your local area.
- Quality service that is always delivered on time, every time!
We provide you with tailor-made care in the comfort of your home.
Our skilled team of therapists and carers will work in partnership with you to develop a personalised care plan that reflects your individual needs and preferences so that we can deliver the highest quality service. Our NDIS providers are highly trained to provide holistic therapy, enabling them to assess and address specific needs such as: physical, cognitive or sensory impairments; mental illness; social isolation; dementia; depression and anxiety disorders; chronic pain management issues related to physical conditions such as arthritis or diabetes mellitus type II (DMII).
Our team of highly trained and dedicated carers have been providing more than just the basic level of care, with them being able to assist you in a variety of ways including:
- Creating a plan that suits your individual needs
- Facilitating communication between you, family members and other professionals who may be involved with your care and wellbeing
- Ensuring you receive appropriate medication if needed and arrange for them on a regular basis
- Assisting with activities such as bathing or toileting if needed (but please call us first so we can discuss this). We also offer 24/7 support calls where our team will call back within minutes after being notified by phone call or email.''''