Psychosocial disability is a hindrance that may challenge someone with a mental health condition and create functional impact and barriers. It may affect a person’s ability to concentrate or focus, have less stamina to perform simple work, have difficulty coping with time management and multitasking, and be able to take constructive feedback or interact with others in society or the community.
A person with a psychological disability may require external support to overcome the mental health issue and regain self-confidence to do regular work. NDIS comes with various schemes that the participants need.
NDIS and Psychosocial Disability
NDIS reviews the application and funds for eligible persons with mental disabilities. The NDIS fund focuses on improving the lives of the participants by enhancing their functional ability and participation in society and community services.
NDIS provides support that works with a participant’s psychosocial disabilities and is tailored and aligned with their goals and preferences:
- Building the capacity
- Psychosocial recovery coaching by providing support to set goals and develop skills
- Providing psychological intervention, counselling and personal interview
- Assistance with daily chores and activities to increase independence
- Making scope to attend programs to enhance skills and knowledge to manage the regular activities of daily life
NDIS provides a person-centred approach, where the participant has the choice to make a decision regarding their support and services. It ensures the service is tailored to the participant’s needs, goals, and preferences.
NDIS is trustworthy and maintains transparency by regularly updating all the information in the portal and sharing it with the participants. The participants can review their plans and assess their progress towards recovery. They can also change the plan according to their goals and preferences over time.
NDIS, if and when needed, collaborates with other services and supports to coordinate with the participant’s condition. They also ensure communication with other support services, providing holistic care that addresses complex situations.
Conclusion
NDIS continuously collaborates with participants with psychological disabilities to improve their lives and independence. They provide the participants with access to support and services according to their eligibility, requirements, and preferences.