At Blu Sky Care, we believe in empowering individuals with complex support needs to live fulfilling, independent lives. High-Intensity Support is one of the most specialised services available through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), designed to provide personalised care for people who need it most.

In this article, we’ll explore what High-Intensity Support is, how it’s funded, and how Blu Sky Care can help you or your loved ones access these essential services.

A Brief Overview of High-Intensity Support

High-Intensity Support is all about delivering care for people who require assistance with complex and high-risk daily activities. This type of support ensures the safety, well-being, and dignity of individuals through the expertise of highly trained professionals.

Examples of High-Intensity Daily Personal Activities (HIDPA) supports include managing complex wound care, assisting with mealtime for individuals with swallowing difficulties, and supporting those with challenging behaviours. It’s a level of care that goes beyond the basics, offering tailored services to meet unique needs.

Understanding High-Intensity Support and NDIS Funding

The NDIS recognises the importance of High-Intensity Support for participants with complex support needs. This type of care is funded under the Assistance with Daily Life category, ensuring that participants receive the tailored care they require to thrive.

This type of NDIS funding covers a wide range of high-intensity care NDIS services, such as managing tracheostomies, administering medication via injection, and providing complex bowel care. These supports require a high level of training and expertise, ensuring that participants can maintain their health, safety, and independence.

What are the NDIS Levels of Support?

The NDIS categorises supports into three levels, depending on the complexity of a participant’s needs:

Low-Level Support

Low-level support involves straightforward assistance with everyday activities like personal hygiene, meal preparation, and light household tasks. These supports are usually provided by workers without specialised training.

Intermediate Level Support

Intermediate support caters to individuals who require help with daily activities that involve some degree of risk management. Workers at this level often have specific training to handle moderate risks, ensuring participants feel secure and supported.

High-Level Support

High-Intensity Support is the most dedicated level of care. It addresses the needs of individuals with significant and complex support requirements. These can include tasks like ventilator management, palliative care, and supporting individuals with severe behavioural challenges. These services demand highly skilled workers who are trained to deliver safe and effective care.

Who Can Access NDIS High-Intensity Support?

High-Intensity Support is available to NDIS participants with complex support needs. This includes individuals who:

• Have severe physical or intellectual disabilities
• Require ongoing, specialised healthcare
• Face behavioural challenges that need skilled intervention

In addition to having a permanent disability that can affect their ability to carry out daily tasks and activities, only Australian citizens or permanent residents under the age of 65 are eligible to apply for NDIS funding and support.

Need Help Accessing NDIS High-Intensity Support?

At Blu Sky Care, we understand that navigating the NDIS to secure funding for High-Intensity Support can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to help. Our team is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way, from understanding your NDIS plan to delivering High-Intensity Daily Personal Activities (HIDPA) supports tailored to your needs.

Blu Sky Care is dedicated to delivering high-intensity support NDIS services that are designed to meet the unique challenges of individuals with complex needs. We work closely with participants and their families to create personalised care plans that prioritise safety, dignity, and independence.

Let’s Work Together

If you or a loved one requires high-intensity care NDIS services, Blu Sky Care is here to help. Contact our friendly team today to discuss your needs and find out how we can support you.

At Blu Sky Care, we’re committed to ensuring that no challenge is too great to overcome. With the right care and support, we can help you achieve your goals and live life to the fullest.