Improved Relationships funding may be included when supports align with a participant’s goals and meet the NDIS reasonable and necessary criteria.
Funding decisions are made by the NDIA and are based on:
The impact of support needs on daily life
Evidence provided by qualified professionals
Whether the support relates to the person’s disability
How the support builds long term capacity
No provider can guarantee funding outcomes.
Requests relating to Improved Relationships funding are typically discussed during:
Initial planning meetings
Plan reviews or reassessments
Changes in circumstances
Support Coordinators often help participants prepare for these discussions.
Helpful information may include:
Clear goals related to communication, safety, or relationships
Evidence from Behaviour Support Practitioners or allied professionals
Examples of how challenges affect daily life or participation
Information about risks or safety concerns
The focus should always remain on outcomes and capacity building.
Participants on PACE plans may see Improved Relationships supports reflected under Behaviour Support or Relationships categories. Legacy plans may still list Improved Relationships as a single category.
Although labels differ, the purpose remains to support skill development and positive relationships.
Support Agency works with participants to understand their plans and the supports available to them. Our Behaviour Support Practitioners and Support Coordinators can help explain options and support plan implementation when funding is in place.
Contact us today to learn more.