The Apoio Pulse – Issue 68 – Understanding High Intensity Support in the NDIS
Understanding High Intensity Support in the NDIS
This Pulse focuses on an essential aspect of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS): High Intensity Support.
High Intensity Support: What Does It Mean?
In the NDIS context, "High Intensity Support" refers to specialized assistance for people with significant disabilities who require extensive help in their daily lives. This support is crucial and caters to those needing the most demanding and potentially risky services that the NDIS offers.
The Essence of High Intensity Personal Activities
High Intensity Personal Activities involve working with participants who need specialized, health-related assistance. A qualified health practitioner develops a support plan for each participant, and support workers follow this plan under the practitioner's guidance. These supports are among the highest risk services for everyone involved and delivering them safely requires specific skills and knowledge.
Examples of High Intensity Supports
To give you an idea of what High Intensity Supports entail, here are some examples:
• Complex bowel care
• Enteral feeding and support
• Dysphagia support
• Ventilation support
• Tracheostomy support
• Urinary catheter support
• Subcutaneous injections
• Wound and pressure injury support
Delivering these supports requires a blend of expertise, careful planning, and a steady hand. While it might sound intense, it's all about ensuring that participants receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs.
Thank you for your dedication to providing exceptional support to NDIS participants. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out.
