Did you know that emergency planning is an important part of your NDIS supports — and that different providers play different roles in it?
National Disability Services (NDS) recently published clarifications on some of the most common questions coming into their helpdesk this April. One key topic that stands out for NDIS participants and their families: emergency planning responsibilities.
According to NDS guidance, support coordinators — the people who help you navigate and connect your NDIS supports — are not generally expected to write your personal emergency plan themselves (particularly when they work remotely). However, they do play an important role in starting the conversation with you and helping to make sure a plan is in place with the providers who support you directly.
This is a good reminder for participants and families to ask: Do I have an emergency plan? Does my support team know about it? If you’re not sure, it’s worth raising this with your support coordinator or the providers who deliver your day-to-day supports. Being prepared can make a real difference when the unexpected happens.
General information only. Not personal advice. Speak with your NDIS planner, support coordinator, or allied health provider for advice specific to your situation.
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