Self Managed NDIS Funding for Recovery Coaching
Navigating the NDIS can feel like a maze, especially when it comes to understanding your funding options and finding the right support. If you’re looking for a codependency recovery coach and your NDIS plan is either plan-managed or self-managed, you have the flexibility to choose your provider. This means you can work with an unregistered NDIS provider like myself.
Why Choose Self-Managed Funding?
Self-managed funding gives you the greatest level of choice and control over your NDIS supports. Ref: NDIS website
You can:
- Choose your providers: You’re not limited to registered NDIS providers. This opens up a world of possibilities, allowing you to work with specialists like me who might not be directly registered with the NDIS.
- Flexibility and personalization: You can tailor your supports to your specific needs and goals.
- Directly manage your budget: You have control over how your funds are allocated, giving you more financial autonomy.
- Pay for a wider range of supports: Compared to Agency-managed plans, you may have more flexibility on what you can spend your funding on, as long as it aligns with your plan’s goals.
How to Switch to Self-Managed Funding:
Switching to a self-managed NDIS plan is a straightforward process and involves these steps:
- Express your interest: Let the NDIS know that you are interested in self-managing your plan. You can do this by calling them, informing your planner or local area coordinator or using the myplace participant portal.
- Attend a meeting: The NDIS will then organise a meeting with you to talk about self-management, determine if it’s right for you and help get you started.
- Consider a self-management peer support group: The NDIS can help put you in touch with a self-management peer support group.
- Develop a budget: Plan how you will allocate your funds to meet your support needs.
- Set up a bank account: This dedicated account will hold your NDIS funds.
- Maintain records: Keep track of your expenses and receipts for NDIS auditing purposes.
The NDIS website states: “If you are interested in self-management, let us know by speaking with your planner, local area coordinator, early childhood partner or the NDIA National Contact Centre. We can also help put you in touch with a self-management peer support group.”
Working with Me:
As a codependency recovery coach, I specialize in helping individuals overcome challenges related to codependency and addiction. My services fall under the NDIS category of “capacity building – support coordination and/or psychosocial recovery coaches.” If you have a self-managed NDIS plan, you can utilize your funding to access my services.
Remember: If you have an agency-managed NDIS plan, you must work with a registered NDIS provider. However, I encourage you to consider switching your funding to self-managed to gain greater control over your recovery journey.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re ready to explore how self-managed funding can empower your recovery, contact me today for a free consultation. We can discuss your needs and goals, and determine if my services align with your path to wellbeing.
Important note: I am not a registered NDIS provider. My services are available to individuals with self-managed NDIS plans who have the flexibility to choose their own support providers.
Take the Next Step
Ready to delve deeper into your journey of self-discovery and break free from codependency? Take my free codependency quiz and schedule a free discovery call to discuss your results. Let’s work together to empower you on your path to recovery.
Contact me today for a confidential consultation.
Roslyn Saunders Codependency Coach and Addiction Specialist
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