Short-term accommodation, including respite, (STA) is an NDIS-funded support that assists people with disabilities to stay at respite housing when their informal supports are not available. Effective utilisation of respite services not only enriches the lives of individuals
with disabilities but also offers relief to their caregivers. By ensuring caregivers’ well-being and providing them with the necessary support, the overall quality of care improves, fostering a more sustainable and nurturing environment.
NDIS Plan Management is a support that can play a crucial role in facilitating NDIS respite services in several ways and maximising its benefits. Plan Managers assist the participants in understanding the allocated funds within the NDIS plan specifically designated for respite support. They help in budgeting and managing these funds effectively to ensure they are utilised optimally for respite support and services. Plan Managers assist in maintaining accurate records and documentation related to respite services, ensuring compliance and transparency. This includes keeping track of expenses, service agreements, and reporting on fund utilisation. By handling paperwork, invoicing, and financial transactions, Plan Managers alleviate the administrative burden on individuals and their families, allowing them to focus more on accessing and enjoying respite services.
Plan Guard Plan Managers can streamline your NDIS journey and offer expert advice on utilising your NDIS funding to get the maximum benefits out of various disability support and services like STA. By choosing our service, participants can gain access to a personalised approach that tailors to their unique disability support needs. During their NDIS planning or review meeting, participants have the option to request the inclusion of plan management in their NDIS plan. Plan management funding falls within the participant’s NDIS plan under the Improved Life Choices category (CB Choice & Control). This means that there is no need for participants to incur extra costs from their own pockets to access the services provided by us. Contact us today to know more about our Plan Management services.
