Understanding the categories of funding: Capacity building
For the final blog on our series about the different categories of NDIS funding we'll be discussing capacity building. If you missed the previous blogs on core and capital building you can find them under the articles tab of the website. For further information you can contact you service provider or support co-odinator for assistance.
The capacity building category of funding is one of the categories of support that NDIS participants can access to help them achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. It covers a range of supports that are designed to help participants build their skills, knowledge, and independence. Here's what you need to know about the capacity building category of funding:
The capacity building category of funding covers a range of supports that are designed to help NDIS participants build their skills, knowledge, and independence. These supports can include:
Support to develop and maintain daily living and life skills, such as cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene.
Support to improve your communication and social skills, such as participating in social events or joining a club or group.
Support to improve your employment and education opportunities, such as job coaching or support to access education and training.
Support to enhance your health and wellbeing, such as exercise programs or therapy.
The allocation of capacity building funding is based on your needs and goals. Your NDIS planner will work with you to determine your goals and identify the capacity building supports you need to achieve them. They will then allocate funding based on the supports and services identified in your plan.
It's important to note that the funding allocated for the capacity building category is not an annual budget, but rather a flexible funding package that can be used as needed to achieve your goals.
In summary, the capacity building category of funding is an essential component of the NDIS, covering a range of supports that are designed to help participants build their skills, knowledge and independence.
