Hello everyone, Kevin here! I’m trying to get a clearer picture of how NDIS funding is structured. Can someone explain the different categories of funding in an NDIS plan and what each category is specifically designed to cover?
Hey Kevin, NDIS funding is divided into three main categories, each designed to cover different types of supports:
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Core Supports - This is the most flexible category. It includes day-to-day activities, social participation, and consumables like continence products. You can generally use funds from this category to pay for supports that help with everyday needs.
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Capacity Building Supports - These funds are aimed at enhancing your skills and independence. This category includes support like therapy services, training to increase your skills in various areas, and services that help you find and keep a job.
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Capital Supports - This includes funding for assistive technologies, equipment, and home or vehicle modifications. These supports are usually for one-off purchases that help improve your accessibility and independence.
Hi Kevin 
Adding to what Michael said, it’s important to understand that each category has a specific purpose and the flexibility of fund usage can vary. For example, while Core Supports offer flexibility in how you use your funds across various supports within the category, Capital Supports are more restricted and must be used for the specific purpose they are allocated for.
Another thing to note is that your plan might also have a section for ‘stated supports.’ These are specific items or services that are listed in your plan that you can’t change the funding amount for or move money from one category to another. It’s crucial to understand these details so you can plan your services and supports accordingly.
Thanks for reponses guys. Really appreciate it.
Michael, if its not too much trouble, can you elaborate on stated supports a little more?
Yeah sure!
Stated supports are essentially specific supports or items in an NDIS plan that are explicitly listed and described.
These supports are identified as necessary for the participant and must be purchased exactly as described in the plan. Stated supports differ from other funded supports in that they have less flexibility in how they can be used or who can provide them.
The reason for this specification is usually that these supports are considered highly important for achieving the individual’s goals or because they need to meet certain criteria to be effective. This can include specialised equipment, certain types of therapy or specific training programs that are essential for the participant’s needs.
For example, if an NDIS plan specifies a particular type of therapeutic intervention by a named provider or a specific model of wheelchair, these would be considered stated supports. The participant and their plan managers must adhere strictly to these details when arranging services and making purchases.
Thankyou for the ultra detailed and speedy response! Very helpful.
You too Jake.