Assist-Personal Activities under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides support to individuals with disabilities to complete everyday tasks. It includes assistance with personal hygiene, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, and household chores. The goal is to promote independence, safety, and comfort, enabling participants to lead a fulfilling and autonomous life. This support is tailored to each participant’s needs and delivered by trained professionals, either at home or in the community.
What Does It Cover?
The range of support provided under Assist-Personal Activities includes, but is not limited to:
- Personal hygiene: Assistance with bathing, showering, grooming, and toileting.
- Dressing and undressing: Help with putting on and taking off clothes.
- Mobility support: Assistance with moving around the home or community.
- Meal preparation: Help with preparing meals or feeding, if required.
- Household tasks: Support with basic chores like cleaning or laundry.
These supports can be provided in the participant’s home or in other settings, depending on their needs and goals.
Benefits of Assist-Personal Activities
1. Enhanced Independence
- Enables individuals to perform daily tasks with support while maintaining a sense of autonomy.
- Encourages self-reliance by providing just the right level of assistance.
2. Improved Safety & Well-being
- Reduces the risk of falls, injuries, or accidents by providing help with mobility, bathing, or dressing.
- Ensures proper hygiene and self-care, promoting overall health.
How to Access Assist-Personal Activities Support
To receive funding for Assist-Personal Activities, participants must include thissupport in their NDIS plan. During the planning meeting, they should discuss their daily living needs and goals with their planner or Local Area Coordinator (LAC). Once approved, they can select registered or non-registered providers to deliver the support.