The information contained in this document is based on the best data available at the time the freedom of information request was made. There were some limitations in the data collection system in the first month of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) launch which may affect the complete accuracy of the information at a certain point in time. These limitations have since been addressed to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data collection systems.
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There were 32 approved plans in the Barwon region in July 2013.
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The financial range of the 32 approved plans was $0 to $138,702.
NOTE: This financial information does not represent averages or expected amounts in plans. This range reflects that each participant’s plan will vary according to a participant’s individual circumstances, including what may be approved as reasonable and necessary supports in the plan. The $0 amount is likely attributable to: (i) some plans not containing reasonable and necessary supports; and/or (ii) the data collection limitations outlined above.
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The type and range of reasonable and necessary supports in the approved plans was as follows:
| Support Categories | Support Types |
|---|---|
| Communication | • Specialised assessment of skills, abilities and needs |
| Community - Social and Civic | • Assistance to access and maintain employment • Assistive products for personal care and safety |
| Domestic Life | • Assistance to integrate into school or other educational program |
| Education | • Assistance in coordinating or managing life stages, transitions and supports |
| Employment | • Assistance with daily personal activities • Assistance with transport arrangements • Behaviour support • Communication and information equipment |
| General Tasks and Demands | • Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement • Development of daily and life skills |
| Interpersonal Relationships | • Early intervention supports for early childhood |
| Learning and Knowledge | • Provision of assistive technology - specialist assessment, set up and training |
| Mobility | • Household tasks • Interpreting and translation • Participation in community, social and civic activities • Personal mobility equipment |
| Self-care | • Physical wellbeing activities • Therapeutic supports • Training for independence in travel and transport |