The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government-funded program that provides support to people with disabilities, their families, and carers. The NDIS can provide a range of support services for children with disabilities, including:
- Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECI)
- Early Childhood Pack (ECP)
- Assessment & Support Plan (Free)
- In Home Care (Inc. Respite Care)
- Monthly Educational Excursions
- Indoor/Outdoor Activity
- Mobile Therapy Service
Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECI)
ECI is a type of early intervention that is specifically designed for children with disabilities. ECI services can help children to develop their skills and abilities, and to reach their full potential. ECI services can be provided by a variety of professionals, including therapists, educators, and social workers.
Early Childhood Pack (ECP)
The ECP is a package of supports that is available to all children with disabilities under the age of six. The ECP includes a range of services, such as:
- Early childhood intervention
- Early childhood education
- Family support
- Respite care
Assessment & Support Plan (Free)
The Assessment & Support Plan (ASP) is a document that outlines the supports that a child with a disability needs. The ASP is developed by the child’s family, carers, and NDIS team. The ASP is reviewed regularly to make sure that the child’s needs are being met.
In Home Care (Inc. Respite Care)
In Home Care is a type of support that can be provided to children with disabilities and their families. In Home Care can provide a range of services, such as:
- Personal care
- Domestic assistance
- Chores
- Transportation
- Respite care
Monthly Educational Excursions
The NDIS can also provide funding for monthly educational excursions for children with disabilities. These excursions can be to a variety of places, such as museums, zoos, parks, and libraries. Excursions can help children to learn new things, to experience new cultures, and to make new friends.
Indoor/Outdoor Activity
The NDIS can also provide funding for indoor and outdoor activities for children with disabilities. These activities can help children to develop their physical, social, and emotional skills. Activities can include swimming, dancing, playing sports, and going to the movies.
Mobile Therapy Service
The NDIS can also provide funding for a mobile therapy service for children with disabilities. A mobile therapy service can provide a range of therapies, such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. A mobile therapy service can come to the child’s home, which can make it easier for the child to access the services they need.
The NDIS can provide a range of support services for children with disabilities. These services can help children to develop their skills and abilities, to reach their full potential, and to live a full and independent life.
If you have a child with a disability, you can contact the NDIS to find out more about the support services that are available. You can also contact your local Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) service for more information.
Carepro Disability Services is a registered NDIS service provider in Melbourne that provides a range of support services to people with disabilities and their families. Call at (03) 9492 6982