Tip #32 NDIS Funded Supplies

Dealing with NDIS funded supplies can sometimes feel like trying to hit a moving target. One day something's considered a "reasonable and necessary support," and the next day it's suddenly a "normal cost of living." So how do you keep track of what's what in the world of NDIS supplies?

First things first: there's no one-size-fits-all answer. What the NDIS covers depends on your specific disability, your goals, and your individual circumstances. This means that what's covered for your friend might not be covered for you, even if you have similar disabilities.

Take continence aids, for example. These are commonly covered supplies for many NDIS participants. But here's a little-known fact: if you have a proper continence assessment, you might also get approval for cleaning products as part of your self-care routine! Many people make do with the minimum because they don't realize what they're actually entitled to. An assessment can help identify everything you need, making your life much easier. Backing that up with an Occupational Therapy Functional Capacity Assessment (OT FCA) helps too.

Nutritional supplements are another common NDIS supply item. Depending on your disability and needs, these might be covered as part of your plan.

So how do you keep track of all this? Enter the Calendary – an A3-sized hybrid between a calendar and diary that's becoming a game-changer for NDIS participants. This handy tool helps you track your spending, monitor how long your supplies last, and document many other important details.

Why does this matter? Because if the NDIS ever questions whether you're actually using your supplies, how often you need them, or how much they cost, you'll have all the evidence right there in black and white.

Imagine walking into your next NDIS planning meeting, laying your Calendary on the table, and confidently saying, "Here are all the answers to your questions." Now that's empowering!