Choosing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is essential and confusing at first. At this moment, your support coordinator will be helpful, and they will help you manage your plan, budget and scheme so you can be confident about living a stress-free life.
A support coordinator will work closely with you and your family to understand your requirements and aspirations and help you access the best services from NDIS. It would be best to choose an experienced, knowledgeable support coordinator who works in your best interest and allows you to reach your destination through NDIS.
The role of the support coordinator in your NDIS journey
- Monitor, make necessary adjustments and help you stay on track of the plan.
- Maintain the budget and manage funds and other requirements. They also help with funding claims and service booking procedures.
- Help to deliver support and services of your choice
- Arrange and schedule supports and services that reflect your unique needs and goals.
- Find and try to work with different providers who can meet your needs.
- Provide information about the local community services and find help from the community or other government services if needed.
- Choose the right services and support for the client, including lawful services when needed.
- Establish and maintain your support during service booking.
- Implement the plan and review the reports. They also provide recommendations for your next plan, monitor the planned budget funding, and set up a service agreement.
- Help to prepare for unexpected events like moving to a new house or emergency visit to a hospital. They suggest what can be done and provide the proper support to overcome these challenges.