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Individual Plans
Central to the NDIS experience is the development of individual plans. These plans are meticulously crafted to align with the unique goals and aspirations of each participant. Whether it’s learning a new skill, gaining more independence, pursuing education, or securing employment, these plans serve as roadmaps to achieving an ordinary life filled with meaningful achievements. Participants have full control over their budgets, enabling them to make decisions about who provides their support, how it’s provided, and when and where they receive it.
Budget Control
Understanding the intricacies of budget control is fundamental for both NDIS participants and service providers alike. At EnableUs, we recognise the significance of participants being in control of their allocated NDIS funds. It’s a cornerstone of the NDIS philosophy, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their support services.
Self-Managed Funds:
Participants in the NDIS have the unique opportunity to self-manage their allocated funds. This level of control provides participants with the freedom to decide how, when, and where they receive support. It’s a game-changer that enables participants to tailor their services to their specific needs and preferences.
Plan Management Options:
The NDIS recognizes that not everyone may want to or be able to self-manage their funds entirely. That’s why they offer various plan management options to suit individual circumstances:
- Self-Management:
As mentioned earlier, participants can choose to self-manage their funds, giving them full control over their budget and the ability to engage directly with service providers. - Plan Manager:
For those who prefer a bit more support in managing their finances, Plan Managers are available. They help participants pay invoices, keep track of budgets, and ensure that all funding is used in line with the NDIS guidelines. - NDIA Management:
Participants who opt for NDIA (National Disability Insurance Agency) management have the agency oversee their budget. This means the NDIA pays service providers directly on behalf of the participant, simplifying the financial aspect of their NDIS plan. - Combination of Management Types:
The NDIS is flexible, allowing participants to choose a combination of these management types that best suits their needs. This means some funds may be self-managed, while others are handled by a Plan Manager or the NDIA.
Support Coordinators
Support coordinators play a pivotal role in helping participants navigate their NDIS plans effectively. They serve as allies, assisting participants in understanding their plans, connecting with various supports and services, and exercising choice and control over their lives. Support coordinators help set up supports and services, explain service agreements and bookings, and offer guidance on managing plans and connections with supports and services. They also help participants plan for potential crisis situations and prepare for plan reassessments.
Three Levels of Support Coordination
Support coordination is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Participants receive support coordination tailored to their individual circumstances. There are three levels of support coordination:
- Level 1: Support Connection:
This level helps participants understand their NDIS plans, connect with broader support systems, and establish connections with providers. - Level 2: Coordination of Supports:
Coordination of supports goes beyond directing services; it empowers participants to direct their lives. Support coordinators collaborate with participants to understand funding, expectations from services, and how to design supports effectively. They also coach participants in building and maintaining networks of formal and informal support. - Level 3: Specialist Support Coordination:
Specialist support coordination focuses on removing barriers that prevent participants from accessing appropriate supports. Specialists help participants simplify their support environments, negotiate solutions with multiple stakeholders, and manage crisis situations effectively.
Local Area Coordinators
Local area coordinators possess valuable local knowledge of disability services and their communities. They extend their support to participants aged seven years and above, helping them understand and access the NDIS while fostering greater inclusivity within their local communities.
Early Childhood Partners
Early childhood partners are dedicated to providing early childhood support to children below the age of seven with developmental delay or disability. This early childhood approach is pivotal in nurturing the growth and development of our youngest participants.
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