Here at Leap in! HQ we’re often asked if tasks such as washing and ironing will be covered by the NDIS. The answer is yes, when the support is reasonable and necessary, and related to a participant’s disability support needs. Support with household tasks can fall under two categories. If a participant needs someone else
Members tell us that one of the best things about working with Leap in! plan management is being able to track your NDIS budget with the Leap in! app. Carefully managing your NDIS funds is important for two reasons. If you don’t use all your NDIS funding in the period it is allocated, it doesn't
ADHD and the NDIS is a topic that we are often asked questions about here at Leap in! About 5% of Australians display symptoms of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) so it’s no surprise there is a lot of interest in funding for treatment and supports. But does a diagnosis of ADHD qualify you for
Here at Leap in! we are often asked if the NDIS covers respite care. The answer is yes. There are many different supports the NDIS can provide for a few hours, overnight or longer, depending on the needs of the participant and their carers. Respite care can be funded by your NDIS Plan where it
Here at Leap in! HQ, we are regularly asked by our members… “how do meal supports work under the NDIS?” We know it can be confusing, so we’ve prepared this guide on all things food-related to answer your questions. Does the NDIS cover food and groceries? Will the NDIS cover the cost of your
So you’ve got your NDIS Plan – great! Now it’s time to start making your plan work for you. You’ll get the most out of your NDIS Plan if you take the time to learn the basics and keep track of how much you have left to spend. But how do you get started with
Finding the right support worker or workers can have a big impact on your ability to live a full life and achieve your goals. Support workers become part of your crew. While they are paid to help with your disability-related support needs, chances are you’ll spend a lot of time together so it’s important to
Learning to drive can be a huge step towards independence. It can give you the freedom to do things you want to do like visit friends or get to work without relying on someone else. Here at Leap in HQ, we’ve been fielding quite a few questions about what the NDIS covers when it comes
