How can I find high-intensity NDIS personal care in Brisbane?
Look for an NDIS provider with appropriately trained workers and experience delivering the specific high-intensity supports required. Discuss the participant’s needs, routines and support preferences before commencing services.
Can high-intensity personal care help participants maintain independence?
Yes. Appropriate support can assist with essential care while encouraging participants to make choices, participate in their routines and maintain as much independence as possible.
Do support workers need special training for high-intensity care?
Yes. Workers providing high-intensity supports need appropriate training and competency for the specific activities they undertake. Requirements can vary depending on the type of support.
Who can receive high-intensity personal care under the NDIS?
Participants whose NDIS plan includes relevant supports and who have personal care needs requiring specialised assistance may be able to access high-intensity personal activities.
What does high-intensity personal care include?
Depending on the participant’s needs, it can include support with complex bowel care, enteral feeding, catheter care, urinary management, subcutaneous injections and other specialised activities.
What is NDIS high-intensity personal care?
NDIS high-intensity personal care provides specialised assistance for participants whose personal care needs require additional skills, training or experience because of complex support requirements.
What should I do if my NDIS support is no longer suitable?
Document the changes in your circumstances and discuss them with your support network and relevant professionals. You can then contact the NDIS to determine whether a plan reassessment or another available option is appropriate.
Can an NDIS provider change my NDIS plan?
No. NDIS providers cannot independently change a participant’s NDIS plan or funding. They can, however, provide services and relevant information that may assist a participant with their support needs.
Can NDIS supports be changed without a new plan?
In some circumstances, participants may have flexibility to change how approved funding is used, depending on their funding categories, plan and applicable NDIS rules. Not every change requires a new plan.
What evidence is needed for an NDIS plan change?
Evidence may include reports or recommendations from relevant professionals, along with information explaining how the participant’s needs have changed and what additional or different supports are required.
