There is a variety of options when it comes to getting ndis home care services. There are Continuity of Support (CoS) Programmes, as well as Transportation support and Person-centred care plans, which enable the person to live with more independence.
Aged care is a last resort for people younger than 65
Aged care homes have a long history, but they are not for everyone. The Aged Care Act outlines a suite of regulations that should ensure the right people get the right care at the right time. However, the government is not always on the ball. This can be attributed to a lack of funding and an insufficiently educated bureaucracy. In addition, aged care facilities are not well suited to the needs of younger people with physical and cognitive impairments. Hence, the best place to start is at the source of the problem. So, it is no surprise that the industry is ripe for a shake up. If the government wants to re-invent the wheel, it is going to have to do some heavy lifting.
The best thing about a good shake up is that it may actually be a tad cheaper to operate than the olde timer. Moreover, a shake up may lead to a shake up in terms of service levels and a streamlined approval process.
Continuity of Support (CoS) Programme
As part of the Council of Australian Governments commitment to assist older people with disability, the Continuity of Support (CoS) Programme provides ongoing support to people with disabilities. It ensures people receive the supports they need to continue to live independently.
Continuity of Support is designed to prevent significant disruption to support arrangements. Clients will still have access to the same services they have previously received through state and territory-based disability programs. This is achieved through a phased approach. Depending on where clients reside, their transition will occur at different points.
The CoS Programme supports around 8,500 people with disabilities aged 50 and over. Previously, these clients received specialist disability services through staterun programs. After the National Disability Insurance Scheme was introduced in their region, these clients were unable to receive funding.
Person-centred care plans allow an element of autonomy
Person centred care plans are a great way to improve patient outcomes and increase adherence to a care plan. However, this approach requires a fundamental change in service structures. It also means that providers may have to increase their workload. This can be especially true in residential settings where staff have to work on multiple patient cases at once.
Developing person-centred care plans involves a shift from the traditional servicedriven approach to one that is more community-focused. It requires staff to listen to the needs of patients, engage in continuous consultation and share power. Ultimately, this will result in better care decisions.
The health and social care sector has embraced this concept. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is based on person-centred care. For example, the NDI plan includes an element of autonomy, allowing people to choose the kind of meetings they want and when they happen.
Transportation support
If you are a member of the NDIS you are probably aware of their home care services. What you may not know is that the scheme also offers transportation support.
There are three levels of transport assistance available to NDIS participants. Depending on your needs, the scheme might be able to provide you with a car or scooter, a support worker to assist with travel or a customised vehicle.
Transport is a crucial part of living independently and getting around town. A support worker can help you get to a doctor's appointment, visit family or go to a social event.
The NDIS is not a comprehensive scheme, but it does offer you a few things that you might not otherwise have access to. For example, you might not be able to drive, but you can get in and out of a car with a little ingenuity.
Worker screening check requirements
NDIS Worker Screening is a system used by the National Disability Insurance
Scheme (NDIS). Its purpose is to improve the safety of people in the disability sector. This is done by checking if the applicant has a criminal history and professional misconduct.
All workers seeking to work with individuals with a disability must apply to the NDIS. The screening process involves a comprehensive check of the worker's past employment, criminal history, and whether the applicant is suitable for the job.
Before registering, applicants will need to provide details of the employer and their current employment status. They will then have 30 days to verify their application. If they are unable to do so, their application may be withdrawn.
Registered NDIS providers must also ensure that all their workers have the appropriate Worker Screening clearance. If a worker is not cleared, he or she is not allowed to work with NDIS participants.
