NDIS home care helps people with a disability live safely at home. It includes help with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, dressing and personal care. The supports are part of your NDIS plan and are paid by the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
What is NDIS Home Care?
Home care is a broad term that covers any assistance you can receive in your own home. It can be delivered by a registered support worker, a family member or a community nursing team. The aim is to enable you to maintain independence and quality of life.
Eligibility for Home Care Supports
To qualify for home care, you must:
- Be an NDIS participant with a plan that includes a support category for daily living.
- Have a documented need for help with personal or domestic tasks.
- Live in Victoria and meet the residency criteria set by NDIS.
Eligibility is decided by your planner or support coordinator during the plan development stage.
What Supports Are Included?
Home care can cover a range of activities. Typical examples are:
- Personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting.
- Domestic assistance – cleaning, laundry, meal preparation.
- Medication management – reminders and assistance.
- Health and safety – checking for hazards and ensuring a safe environment.
Each activity must be justified in your plan and fall within the approved categories.
Funding Rules and Price Limits
Funding for home care is governed by the latest NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. These rules set the maximum amount that can be claimed for each support type. The scheme uses a points‑based system to calculate costs. You can only spend what your plan allows, and any unused funds must be returned to the scheme.
How to Book Home Care Services
- Identify a provider: Search for registered support workers or organisations that offer home care in Victoria.
- Check provider credentials: Ensure they have valid registration and the necessary training.
- Discuss your plan: Provide the provider with a copy of your plan or the relevant budget allocation.
- Agree on a schedule: Set dates, times and the type of assistance needed.
- Confirm funding: The provider will submit a claim to NDIS. You will receive a payment notification.
- Review and adjust: After each session, review the service and make any adjustments with your planner if necessary.
Local Service Providers in Victoria
Many providers operate across Victoria, including the greater Melbourne area, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo and Shepparton. You can find local options by using the NDIS provider finder or by contacting your support coordinator.
FAQs
- How many hours of home care can I receive?
The number of hours is set in your plan. It depends on your support needs and the budget allocated for daily living.
- Can I use my own family members for home care?
Yes, family members can provide support if they meet the required training and registration standards.
- What happens if I need more support than planned?
You can request a plan review. Your planner will assess whether additional funding is necessary.
- Are there any restrictions on who can provide home care?
Providers must be registered with NDIS and have the appropriate qualifications for the tasks they perform.
- How do I pay for the services?
Payments are made directly by NDIS to the registered provider. You do not pay out of pocket.
This article is general information only. Check your plan and speak with your planner or support coordinator.
NDIS Home Care in Wyndham
Wyndham residents can access NDIS home care to support daily living tasks. Wyndham includes suburbs such as Werribee, Point Cook, Tarneit and Hoppers Crossing.
What Is Covered?
Home care in Wyndham covers personal care, domestic assistance, medication reminders and safety checks. Supports are delivered by registered workers or qualified family members.
Eligibility Criteria
- Active NDIS participant with a plan that lists daily living supports.
- Documented need for assistance with daily tasks.
- Residing in Wyndham or a nearby LGA such as Melton, Brimbank, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay or Geelong.
Funding and Price Limits
Funding follows the latest NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. These set the maximum amount you can claim for each support type. The scheme uses a points system to calculate costs.
Booking Process
- Search for registered providers in Wyndham.
- Confirm provider registration and training.
- Provide your plan details to the provider.
- Agree on support schedule.
- Provider submits claim to NDIS.
- Review service and adjust plan if needed.
Local Providers in Wyndham
Many providers operate across Wyndham. You can find local options through the NDIS provider finder or by asking your support coordinator.
FAQs
- Can I use a family member as a support worker?
Yes, if they meet the registration and training requirements.
- How do I find a provider in Wyndham?
Use the NDIS provider finder or contact your support coordinator for recommendations.
- What if I need more hours than my plan allows?
Request a plan review to assess additional funding.
- What is the maximum funding for home care?
Funding is capped by the latest NDIS Price Limits. Check your plan for the exact amount.
- How do payments work?
NDIS pays the provider directly. You do not pay out of pocket.
This article is general information only. Check your plan and speak with your planner or support coordinator.
Home‑Care Supports in Rosebud
Rosebud on the Mornington Peninsula offers NDIS home‑care services to help residents with daily living tasks. Nearby suburbs include Dromana, Rye, Mornington, Capel Sound and Sorrento.
What Is Included?
Home‑care supports cover personal care, domestic chores, meal preparation, medication reminders and safety checks. Services can be delivered by registered workers or trained family members.
Eligibility for Rosebud Residents
- Active NDIS participant with a plan that includes daily living supports.
- Documented need for assistance with daily tasks.
- Residing in Rosebud or surrounding areas such as Dromana or Rye.
Funding Rules
Funding follows the latest NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. These set the maximum cost you can claim for each support type. The scheme uses a points‑based calculation.
How to Book Home‑Care Services
- Search for registered providers in Rosebud.
- Verify provider registration and training.
- Provide your plan details to the provider.
- Agree on support schedule and tasks.
- Provider submits claim to NDIS.
- Review service and adjust plan if necessary.
Local Providers in Rosebud
Many providers operate across the Mornington Peninsula. Use the NDIS provider finder or ask your support coordinator for local options.
FAQs
- Can I use a family member for home‑care?
Yes, if they meet registration and training standards.
- How do I find a provider in Rosebud?
Search the NDIS provider finder or contact your support coordinator.
- What if I need more support than planned?
Request a plan review to assess additional funding.
- What is the maximum funding for home‑care?
Funding is capped by the latest NDIS Price Limits. Check your plan for the exact amount.
- How are payments made?
NDIS pays the provider directly. You do not pay out of pocket.
This article is general information only. Check your plan and speak with your planner or support coordinator.