What does an NDIS recovery coach do?
An NDIS recovery coach is a professional who assists individuals with disabilities in navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This scheme provides funding for people with permanent and significant disabilities to access services and support they need to live an ordinary life. One type of NDIS coach is known as a Lived Experience NDIS Coach. These coaches have personal experience living with a disability and have gone through the process of applying for and receiving NDIS funding. This firsthand experience gives them a unique understanding of the challenges and obstacles that people with disabilities face, making them well-equipped to provide support and guidance in navigating the NDIS. A Lived Experience NDIS Coach can help individuals with disabilities by providing information about the NDIS, assisting with the application process, and helping to develop a plan that best meets their needs. They can also help with choosing service providers, understanding budg...