Specialist support coordination is a higher level of support designed to help you address multiple barriers that may impact your access to support. If you feel your life circumstances are too challenging to cope with, even with standard support coordination, NDIS specialist coordination may be for you. At New Growth we can help you identify the difference between Level 2 Support Coordination and Level 3 Specialist Support Coordination and check your eligibility for a specialist support coordinator.
Specialist support coordination is a support service within the NDIS designed for those whose situations are more complex and who need an advanced level of assistance. This type of coordination goes beyond the standard scope, dealing with high risks, multiple stakeholders, and requiring a specialist approach to align with your support plan.
Specialist support coordinators are typically qualified and experienced practitioners such as occupational therapists, psychologists, or social workers who have expertise in addressing complex needs. They work closely with participants, their families, and carers to find the best service providers, legal complexities, and government agencies for those complex needs.
Support coordinators are the key to simplifying the complexities of the NDIS, transforming an often hard-to-navigate system into a support system that resonates with your daily life.
Specialist support coordinators can help identify and unpack the barriers you face, whether they relate to your disability, health, or living situation.
With their expertise, they tailor service plans that address and prioritise your needs and goals.
They facilitate collaboration between multiple providers, ensuring services are comprehensive, effective, and well-coordinated.
Specialist support coordinators can aid in crisis preparation and provide immediate assistance during emergencies.
Through a higher level of support, specialist coordinators work to improve the outcomes you can gain through the NDIS.
If you or your loved one have high-level disability needs, are impacted by multiple service providers, or are in a complex living environment that requires specialist housing solutions, you may benefit from NDIS specialist support coordination. It also may help if you’re dealing with legal issues, such as child protection concerns, an unsafe or domestic violence home environment, or other legal matters.
New Growth is dedicated to delivering the highest quality specialist support coordination. We recognise that every situation is unique, and our approach is always personalised to you. We’ll take the time to listen and ensure we’re helping you in the ways you want to be helped.
Our team of specialist support coordinators brings a wealth of expertise and a compassionate understanding of the challenges faced by our participants. We pride ourselves on our ability to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support, helping to improve even the most difficult circumstances.
We begin with a thorough assessment to understand the full scope of your needs and the barriers you're facing.
Collaboratively, we develop a support plan that covers all aspects of your life.
We’ll coordinate and implement your support plan, ensuring all services and supports are responsive to your situation.
We continuously monitor and adjust the plan as needed, catering to changing needs or circumstances.
Should crises arise, we are prepared with rapid-response strategies to manage and mitigate risks effectively.
No matter what’s going on in your life, we’re here to help you get back on the path towards independence and freedom. Please reach out to us if you feel like specialist support coordination could help you, or your loved one, experience a higher quality of life.
NDIS-funded respite provides essential breaks for families and carers through Short Term Accommodation (STA), but eligibility depends on your plan, accommodation choices require careful consideration, and understanding the rules helps avoid funding issues.
NDIS participants can access various employment funding options including standard employment supports, Disability Employment Services, and specialist coordination, though finding effective providers and accommodating employers often requires careful research and advocacy.
The NDIS can fund vehicle modifications that are necessary for driving or travelling safely due to your disability, but won't pay for the vehicle itself. You'll need an occupational therapist assessment and must meet specific criteria around vehicle age and modification necessity.
The NDIS funds a wide range of assistive technology items including mobility aids, communication devices, home modifications, and daily living equipment, with approval based on individual assessments by allied health professionals rather than a standard list.
NDIS plans contain both flexible funding categories that allow cross-category spending and stated supports with specific restrictions, but unclear NDIA guidance creates confusion for participants and support coordinators about what's actually allowed.
NDIS consumables are everyday items that help manage your disability needs, from continence products to cooling bedding, but claiming them requires proper documentation and understanding of stricter approval criteria since late 2023.
The NDIS can fund home modifications to improve safety and independence, ranging from minor changes under $10,000 to complex structural alterations, with approval depending on proper assessment documentation and following specific NDIA processes.
NDIS transport funding can be optimised through choosing between direct payments or in-plan reimbursement, understanding provider travel charges, and advocating for appropriate funding levels based on your transport needs.
Specialist Support Coordinators often have advanced qualifications in areas such as social work, psychology, or mental health, or have experience dealing with complex and high-risk cases.
Yes, they can assist in navigating housing challenges, including finding suitable accommodation and liaising with housing providers, especially in complex situations.
Yes, they can provide significant support in transitioning from children’s to adult services, particularly for those with complex needs, ensuring continuity and appropriateness of supports.
Specialist Support Coordination is available to NDIS participants who face multiple challenges, such as complex disabilities, high-risk environments, or crisis situations, and require higher levels of support to coordinate services effectively.
The frequency of meetings depends on your needs. Some people may require regular check-ins, while others might need less frequent support. Your coordinator will tailor the schedule to ensure your needs are met.
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