NDIS Specialist Therapies
Some goals need specialist support, such as building communication or daily living skills, or understanding behaviours of concern. Aus Care Community Services helps participants across Sydney and NSW connect with specialist therapies and bring them together with the rest of their supports.
What Are NDIS Specialist Therapies?
Specialist therapies are supports that help participants build skills, independence and wellbeing. Depending on a participant’s goals and plan, they may include developmental education, early childhood supports, mentoring, allied health and behaviour support.
Developmental Educators
Aus Care Community Services provides developmental educators directly, and connects participants with developmental educators who suit their goals. Developmental educators work one-on-one with participants to build everyday skills, such as daily living, communication, social skills and independence, using practical, hands-on strategies at home and in the community. They can also support families and support workers to use the same strategies, so progress continues between sessions.
Early Childhood Supports
For children under 9, we provide early childhood supports focused on developing life skills, such as self-care, routines, communication and social skills. Supports are planned with families, so the strategies fit into everyday life at home and in the community. Families of young children may also connect with the NDIS early childhood approach through an early childhood partner, who can help with information and next steps.
Mentoring
Our mentoring is delivered one-on-one, at home or in the community, by experienced support workers and qualified mental health workers. Mentoring helps participants build confidence, develop life skills, set and work toward goals, and take part in their community.
Allied Health
Aus Care Community Services has its own allied health team, and also works closely with other allied health professionals, so participants can access the therapies that suit their goals. Therapies include:
- Occupational therapy
- Speech pathology
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology and counselling
- Dietitian support
Behaviour Support
Behaviour support helps participants develop safer, more positive ways to express themselves and engage with others. Our Behaviour Support page describes a process that starts with a functional behaviour assessment, followed by a positive behaviour support plan, implementation and training, and ongoing monitoring and review.
Learn about Behaviour Support →
How Specialist Therapies Are Funded
Specialist therapies are generally funded under Capacity Building supports in an NDIS plan. What the NDIS funds is decided by the NDIA and depends on each participant’s plan.
Your Care Navigator
Your Care Navigator can help you understand your therapy options and coordinate supports around your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a developmental educator do?
Developmental educators work one-on-one with participants to build everyday skills, such as daily living, communication, social skills and independence, at home and in the community.
Do you provide supports for young children?
Yes. For children under 9, we provide early childhood supports focused on developing life skills, planned with families.
Who delivers mentoring?
Mentoring is delivered one-on-one by experienced support workers and qualified mental health workers, at home or in the community.
Are specialist therapies funded by the NDIS?
Specialist therapies are generally funded under Capacity Building supports in an NDIS plan. What the NDIS funds is decided by the NDIA and depends on each participant’s plan.
Can I choose my own therapist?
Yes. Participants choose their own providers. Your Care Navigator can help you explore your options.
How do I get started?
Contact our team to talk about your goals and your NDIS plan, and we’ll explain the next steps.
How to Get Started
- Get in touch. Call 1300 768 092, email referrals@auscarecs.com.au or complete our referral form.
- Talk with a Care Navigator about your goals and the support you’re looking for.
- Check what’s funded. With your consent, we look at your plan with you.
- Explore your options and choose the therapy supports that suit you.
- Get started, with your Care Navigator checking in as your needs change.
Areas We Support
Based in Concord, we support participants and families across Sydney and NSW, including:
Sydney: Auburn, Blacktown, Burwood, Cabramatta, Camden, Campbelltown, Concord, Drummoyne, Fairfield, Five Dock, Granville, Homebush, Liverpool, Merrylands, Mount Druitt, Narellan, Parramatta, Strathfield
Greater NSW: Lismore, Newcastle, Nowra, Wollongong
Not sure if we cover your area? Speak with a Care Navigator →
