Discharge Planning for NDIS Participants

The NDIS provides a range of housing options for people with disability. If an NDIS participant cannot be discharged home, a collaborative approach to discharge planning, which includes the person and their whole support team, is integral to a good outcome.These resources have been designed for hospital clinicians to support NDIS participants who are stuck in hospital without a confirmed discharge destination. There are 5 resources outlining best practice for discharge planning of NDIS participants in need of housing, each with a case example based on real situations.View the full PDF version of the Discharge Planning for NDIS Participants resource: Download PDF
Barriers to DischargeThe term ‘housing’ is often used to describe the barrier to discharge. However, barriers are usually more complex than this. Understanding the real barrier to discharge is critical. View Resource
Collaborative Discharge PlanningIt can be difficult to navigate a complex discharge with multiple stakeholders. Being able to work together effectively will assist with smooth discharge planning. View Resource
Making Sense of NDIS FundingIt is useful to understand how a person’s NDIS funding can be used to support discharge. It is important to identify early if more funding is needed. View Resource
Supporting a Good TransitionPoor transitions can result in re-admissions to hospital and adverse outcomes for the person. A good transition plan to support the move into new housing is essential. View Resource
Escalation PathwaysTo avoid NDIS decision timeframes delaying discharge, ensure you know how to escalate decisions appropriately within your team and with the NDIA. View Resource
AcknowledgementsIn preparing this resource, the Housing Hub acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government. Prepared by: Housing Hub Ltd. ABN 14 663 443 758. PO Box 108, Box Hill 3128 VIC Australia.Telephone: 1300 616 463 Email: housingoptions@housinghub.org.au

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