{"id":2333,"date":"2023-11-22T15:53:25","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T15:53:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sydneyhealthcare.net.au\/?p=2333"},"modified":"2023-11-23T07:34:26","modified_gmt":"2023-11-23T07:34:26","slug":"what-is-ndis-support-coordination","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sydneyhealthcare.net.au\/blog\/what-is-ndis-support-coordination\/","title":{"rendered":"What is NDIS Support Coordination? Breaking Down the 3 Levels of Support"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The NDIS, or National Disability Insurance Scheme<\/a>, is a bit like a big umbrella that covers various types of support for people with disabilities in Australia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s all about giving participants the right kind of help so they can live their lives more fully and independently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The scheme is pretty broad, covering everything from allied health services<\/a> to NDIS housing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, where does NDIS support coordination fit into this? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, it’s like a key piece of the puzzle. Support coordination<\/a> helps make sure that the support you get from the NDIS is just right for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It connects you to the services you need and helps manage them so they work best for your situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a way, it’s like having a guide who knows the NDIS inside out and can help you make the most of it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s an essential part of the framework, making sure that the support provided is not just available, but also effective and personalised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we’re going to dive into the three levels of NDIS Support Coordination<\/strong>, explore how each works to support participants, and help you understand which one fits your goals best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is NDIS support coordination the same as NDIS plan management?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It’s common to mix up NDIS Support Coordination<\/a> with NDIS Plan Management<\/a>, but they’re actually quite different.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan Management focuses on the financial management of your NDIS plan. It involves managing the funding for the supports and services you receive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Plan Manager helps you keep track of your funds, takes care of invoicing, and makes sure service providers are paid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, Support Coordination is more about connecting you with the right services and helping you make the most of your plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s about understanding your needs and linking you to the best supports available rather than managing the financial aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So, while they both aim to make your NDIS experience smoother, they do so in different ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 3 levels of NDIS support coordination \u2014 a guide to personalised assistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Jumping into the NDIS is like opening up a treasure chest of support options. It is designed to offer people with disabilities the help they need in a way that fits them perfectly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, at the heart of making the most of these options are the three levels of NDIS Support Coordination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Level 1: Support connection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first level of the NDIS Support Coordination is where your interaction with the scheme starts. It’s tailored to help you get a solid understanding of your NDIS plan and its benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Objectives<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Here are the three main goals of level 1 support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n