NDIS Core Supports

Navigating the world with substantial limits can be overwhelming, to break down large tasks into prioritizing self-care activities NDIS core supports are designed to provide essential assistance that empowers individuals to live more independently and engage fully in their communities.

But what exactly do they cover, and how can they make a real difference in everyday life? Let’s break it down!

Also Read:  What are  NDIS services?

NDIS Core Supports Categories 

The core supports of NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) are crafted to assist individuals with essential everyday needs. These supports are divided into four main categories:

•  Daily Activities

• Transport

• Consumables

• Social, Community, and Civic Participation

1. Daily Activities

   • It supports daily activities including assistance with personal care like  showering, dressing, grooming, and eating

   • support in daily routines of cleaning, laundry, meal preparation

   •  Ensure reminders to take medication and assistance with mobility for physically demanding chores

2. Transport

   • Helps in travel to commuting to work, school, medical appointments, or community activities.

   • Provides alternative transport solutions like taxis, ride-sharing services

   • They  or private transportation assistance along with travel training

3. Consumables

   • Continence products, nutritional supplement items such as adult nappies, catheters, or absorbent pads for individuals with incontinence issues.

   • Funds products that have low-cost assistive devices such as cutlery, non-slip mats

   • It provides communication boards, sensory items, wound care, and personal hygiene products.

4. Social, Community, and Civic Participation

   • Guides in social and community activities like sports, arts and crafts classes, music lessons, or hobby-based activities. 

   • It also assists participants in attending cultural events, religious events, advocacy groups, or leadership programs. 

   

What Can NDIS Core Supports Be Used For?

NDIS core supports are designed to help participants with everyday tasks and activities offering flexibility. Some examples of NDIS core support be used for are listed below:

• Hiring a support worker

NDIS Core Supports funds to hire a support worker to assist with showering, dressing and grooming. They also help in managing household chores, such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.

• Paying for transport to attend medical appointments or therapy sessions.

NDIS covers transportation costs for participants who cannot use public transport due to their disability. This includes travel to important destinations like medical appointments, therapy sessions, work, school or community activities.

• Purchasing essential items like mobility aids or continence products.

NDIS helps to fund low-cost assistive technology such as walking frames,and adaptive cutlery. It also provides continence aids like wound care products and dietary supplements.

• Joining community programs, sports clubs, or recreational activities.

Funds can also be used to cover the participation fees for social and recreation activities like art classes, and music lessons. These activities help to engage others in building social connections.

• Flexibility

One of the key benefits of NDIS core support is that they are flexible and can be adjusted based on the participants' changing needs and personal goals. The funds are also reallocated accordingly.

What does an NDIS core support include?

Service	Description
Funding in total	$44.3 billion in the (2023–24 financial year )
Individual Funding	According to the people's needs
Domestic Assistance	Cleaning, laundry, meal preparation
Social Support	Guides in social and community activities like sports, arts and music lessons, or hobby-based activities.
Meal Preparation	Help with planning and preparing meals
Shopping	Continence products, nutritional supplement items such as adult nappies, catheters, absorbent pads
Transport	work, school, medical appointments, or community activities.
Personal Care	Showering, dressing, grooming, and eating
Medication Management	Ensuring proper medication administration and monitoring
Allied Health Support	Availability of experts like dietitians, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists
Aids Appliances	Low-cost assistive devices, communication boards,  and personal hygiene products.
More Comprehensive Personal Care	substantial assistance with activities of daily living

How Do I Use My NDIS Core Support Funding?

There are a few steps to utilize NDIS core support funding. Here it is divided into a few simple steps:

• Step: 1 Identify your needs and goals

NDIS has different plans. you need to understand the support needed and align it with your personal goals like daily living assistance, social participation and transport.

• Step: 2 Engage with service providers 

For the convenient and appropriate usage of NDIS funds choose NDIS-registered or independent providers like My Companionship for the comfortable needs..

• Step :3 Submit invoices or receipts for reimbursement (if self-managed)

Always save the receipts and invoices of the transactions and submit claims to NDIS. Otherwise, NDIS-registered or independent providers will look after it.

Step 4: Regularly review your plan and adjust as needed

  It is important to regularly review your plan. The additional criteria can be added or deducted according to requirements. 

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

NDIS has a budget allocated to help with different needs and services; however daily living needs, like general household items, entertainment, or luxury goods are not funded by the NDIS plan.

 Always check your plan or consult with a plan manager because if you send more you might run out of funds for essential services.

Conclusion:

Understanding and effectively utilizing your NDIS supports helps in enhancing daily life. However, managing the core support budget wisely is important. As it avoids common pitfalls like overspending or using funds for non-approved services.

To avoid any hassle, connect with MyCompanionship, where experienced support coordinators can guide you in maximizing your NDIS funding.

Take action today, to make the most of your core support and boost your independence and quality of life.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the difference between Core support and Capacity Building Support?

 Core support helps with essential daily activities like personal care, transport, and consumables.

         Capacity Building Supports focus on improving skills and independence,

         Such as education, employment, and health-related activities.             

2. Can I use Core Support funding for things not listed in my plan?

You are forbidden to use the core support funding according to your desire. You used services and items explicitly outlined in the NDIS plan . However, you can request a plan review if your needs change.

3. How do I know if I’m eligible for Core Support?

 If your disability affects your daily life and you are a Citizen of Australia then you are eligible for NDIS core support.  You can also check the website of NDIS or contact them directly.

4. What happens if I don’t use all my Core Supports funding?

Unused core support funds are carried over to the next plan period, but it is important to discuss with your planner to ensure it aligns with NDIS rules.

5. Can I change my Core Supports if my needs change?

Yes, you can change your core support reassess your requirements, and adjust your core support budget accordingly.

6. How do I find providers for Core support services?

Search for registered NDIS providers on the NDIS website or ask your local area coordinator (LAC) for recommendations.

7. How flexible is the Core Support budget?

The core support budget is flexible within its categories. You can move funds accordingly to maximum use. You can transfer to the following four support categories. 

8. What happens if I overspend my Core Supports budget?

Overspending may result in having to cover the costs out-of-pocket. So, it is important to track your spending and request a plan review.

9. Can I move funds from Core Supports to other support categories?

You cannot move core support funds to other four different support categories. However it should be used within the core support categories.