What are NDIS Home Modifications?
They’re changes to a person’s home that assist in access, safety, security and independence. Home modifications are designed and completed with a goal of helping keep someone comfortable in their own home.
In some cases, having a customised home is the difference between someone being able to remain in the relief and familiarity of their own home, or having to move into alternate housing, that may be more suitable for their needs. You may require NDIS home modifications if you have:
- Safety concerns moving around your home
- Concern utilising rooms within your home
- Difficulty with personal care tasks, such as showering or going to the toilet
- Carers of whom need to support you safely
Evolve Therapy Services’ Occupational Therapists specialise in NDIS Home Modifications, offering a range of services to support individuals in achieving accessible and safe living environments. Here’s how we can assist you:
Comprehensive Assessments:
Our experienced professionals conduct thorough assessments to evaluate your specific home modification needs, taking into account your mobility, safety concerns and daily living requirements.
Tailored Solutions:
Based on the assessment findings, we work closely with you to develop personalised plans that address your unique home modification goals. We consider your preferences, budget and NDIS funding to ensure a tailored and effective solution.
Integration with NDIS Plans:
We understand the importance of aligning home modification recommendations with your NDIS plan. Our team collaborates with you to ensure that the assessment outcomes seamlessly integrate into your plan, maximising the likelihood of approval and funding.
Expert Project Management:
We provide expert guidance and support throughout the entire home modification process, from concept to completion. Our team liaises with NDIS project managers and builders to ensure that your modifications are implemented to the highest standards.
Ongoing Support:
Our commitment extends beyond the completion of home modifications. We offer ongoing guidance and support, monitoring your evolving needs and making any necessary adjustments to ensure your home remains safe, accessible and suitable for your requirements.
Evolve Therapy Services can help you navigate the NDIS Home Modifications process and create a living environment that promotes independence and enhances your quality of life.
Types of NDIS Home Modifications
The NDIS categorises home modifications as either minor or complex, dependent on the level of complexity surrounding the modifications. Minor modifications are either Category A or B, depending on cost and one or two other factors and in accordance with the NDIS guide, generally:
- Are changes that are non-structural, meaning that the modifications will not alter the supporting structures of your home
- Only concern one or two areas in your home
- Possess a low risk of major problems being encountered during, or after works are completed
- Cost less than $20,000 in total
Complex home modifications as designated by the NDIS, are significantly more expensive and higher risk, from a safety perspective. They’re often structural adjustments to your home, that can involve multiple tradespersons.
From a complexity standpoint, they will likely require building approvals and permissions. They could involve a number of rooms, and/or adjoining areas and they can often be disruptive, taking a number of weeks to complete. Common areas of modification include:
- Bathroom modifications
- Kitchen modifications
- Access areas
- Mobility installations such as hoists, lifts and climbers
- Environmental controls
Our Complex Home Modifications article provides more detail here.
How Evolve Therapy OTs Can Assist With NDIS Home Modifications
Evolve Therapy Occupational Therapists are qualified NDIS complex home modification providers and registered with the NDIS. We work with you from start to finish on all minor and complex home modifications. Evolve OT’s can perform:
- Initial NDIS home modification assessment in your home
- Relevant NDIS home modification administration, reporting and application
- Sourcing of quotations, liaison with builders and NDIS project managers
- Ongoing liaison and administration with the NDIS as required
- Final handover and assessment upon project completion
Involving familiarity with NDIS legislation, modifications experience and liaison with tradespersons, the NDIS home modifications process is multifaceted, demanding a suitably qualified NDIS Occupational Therapist.
Partnering our experience with key people including builders, project managers, tradespersons, the NDIS and you to ensure home modifications meet key criteria and are suitable for your needs. Whether minor or highly complex in nature and from start to finish, Evolve OT’s pride ourselves on supporting and assisting NDIS participants throughout the entire process.
Contact us to discuss how we can assist.
