What is In-Home Care (NDIS)?

• Type of Support: In-home care falls under the Core Supports budget of an NDIS plan, specifically within the category of "Assistance with Daily Life".

• Focus: Provides individualised support within the participant's home to assist with daily activities and build capacity for independence.

Services Covered by In-Home Care Funding
The types of support funded under in-home care can be diverse, including:

• Personal Care:

• Showering, dressing, and grooming

• Toileting assistance

• Meal preparation and assistance with eating

• Domestic Assistance:

• Cleaning, laundry, and household chores

• Grocery shopping and errands

• Community Participation:

• Transport to appointments or social events

• Support to participate in hobbies and interests

• Capacity Building:

• Developing life skills (cooking, budgeting, using technology)

• Therapy services delivered in the home (e.g., occupational therapy)

• Consumables: Items directly related to care, like incontinence aids or wound dressings.

How In-Home Care Works

1. NDIS Plan: If in-home supports are needed and deemed 'reasonable and necessary', they are included in a participant's NDIS plan with allocated funding.

2. Service Provider: The participant chooses a registered NDIS provider specializing in in-home care.

3. Personalized Care Plan: The provider and participant work collaboratively to create a detailed care plan outlining specific supports to be delivered, frequency, and times.

Benefits of In-Home Care under NDIS

• Maintaining Independence at Home: Allows individuals to live in their own home with tailored assistance.

• Flexibility: Support is customized to the individual's specific needs and goals.

• Increased Choice and Control: Participants have a strong say in selecting their provider and how their support is delivered.