Support Coordination
Support Coordinator
The role of a support coordinator is to help you understand your NDIS plan, your rights and responsibilities within the disability world and link in with quality providers, services and supports that to help you pursue your goals. At Common Ground we provide support coordination Level 1 & Level 2 to both Plan Managed and Self Managed Participants aged 0-14 years.
Benefits of a support coordinator
Support coordinators are trained and versed in the operations of the NDIS and are a valuable pillar of support.
We work together to define your goals, needs and circumstances, and develop a support plan that guides you in the right direction over the duration of your NDIS plan.
How Does a Support Coordinator HelP
We save you precious time by providing you with relevant information based on your plan, circumstances, needs and preferences. Together, we work through your current paperwork to ensure you fully understand all the details, such as:
Your NDIS Plan, support budgets and how funding is managed
Link in with the right supports and services, including advocacy services if needed.
Developing service agreements and therapy schedules that protect your rights.
Consider any barriers to accessing support and how these can be resolved.
support coordination can also assist with:
Exploring additional support outside the NDIS.
Changing providers and making complaints.
Understanding what providers can and cannot charge
Getting ready for a plan reassessment or appeal.
Develop a plan for when things aren't working well.
As part of your care team, your Support Coordinator is there to help you make informed choices.
FAQs for Support coordination
Can anyone access Support Coordination?
Common Ground can provide Level 2 Support Coordination to self-managed and plan managed participants with support coordination funded in their plan. We are based in Melbourne but can support across Australia remotely. Please note that at times we may have a waitlist to start support.
Contact us or book a Connection Call to enquire.
Do you have applicable screening to work with children and NDIS Participants.
Our team all have a current Working with Children Employment check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Check. Copies can be provided upon request.
What is Support Coordination
Support Coordination is a Capacity Building support funded for some NDIS participants to assist them to:
- Understand and use your NDIS plan to pursue your goals
- Connect you with NDIS providers, community, mainstream and other government services
- Build your confidence and skills to use and coordinate your supports.
Can Plan Managed Participants work with you?
Yes we can support both Self-managed and Plan managed participants.
looking for an NDIS Support Coordinator in Australia?
Fill in our online form to enquire about our NDIS Support services today. We provide support via online consultations with families across Australia.
