TRANSPORT DISABILITY SUPPORT

Getting from one place to another can be an important part of staying independent and connected to everyday life. For people living with disability, travelling to appointments, work, study, social activities or community events may sometimes require additional support. Born To Care provides personalised transport disability support designed around your needs, preferences, routine and goals. Our focus is to help make everyday travel more manageable while supporting you to remain involved in the places and activities that matter to you.

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Transport Support for People Living With Disability

Transport can play an important role in accessing everyday opportunities.

You may need additional assistance to travel to:

Medical or other appointments
Work or study
Shopping
Social activities
Community groups
Recreational activities
Family or friends
Other important places in your community

The type of transport support you need will depend on your individual circumstances, goals and ability to travel independently.

The NDIS recognises transport as a support area for eligible participants who cannot use public transport independently because of their disability.

NDIS Transport Support

For eligible NDIS participants, transport may be included in an individual plan where the participant meets the applicable eligibility and funding requirements.

Current NDIS guidance states that transport funding may be available when a participant cannot use public transport without substantial difficulty because of their disability. Transport arrangements can also include supports that help participants travel independently, such as public transport training, as well as certain private transport costs where NDIS funding criteria are met.

The NDIS also introduced Transport Recurring as a support category in its current computer system for participants who receive transport funding.

NDIS funding is individual, so not every participant will have transport funding in their plan. The supports available depend on your plan, goals, circumstances and the applicable NDIS rules.

What Personalised Transport Support Can Look Like

Personalised transport disability support may involve:

Support with community access

Assistance with travel connected to activities and places that are important to you.

Support with everyday appointments

Help with travel to scheduled appointments where appropriate.

Support with social participation

Assistance with getting to social activities and maintaining connections.

Support with work or study

Transport-related assistance may help eligible participants access employment or education.

Support That Works Around Your Day

Transport should fit into your everyday routine.

You may need to leave home at a particular time for an appointment, arrive at work or study on time, or have transport arranged around a community activity.

Born To Care aims to provide support that considers your schedule and the activities that are important to you.

Rather than treating every journey the same, we focus on understanding what you need for the particular activity or destination.

Supporting Your Independence

Transport support is not simply about getting from one location to another.

For some people, the right support can also help build confidence and independence with travelling.

Depending on your individual goals, support may help you:

Become more confident travelling
Follow familiar travel routines
Participate in community activities
Access places that are important to you
Develop confidence using available transport options
Maintain your independence in everyday life

The NDIS recognises travel training and other supports that can help participants build confidence and skills to use public transport safely and independently.

Transport Support That Respects Your Choices

Having transport support does not mean giving up control over your day.

Where appropriate, you can have a say in:

Where you want to go
When you want to travel
Which activities you want to attend
How you prefer to organise your routine
The type of assistance you need

The goal is to support your participation while respecting your choices and independence.

EMPOWERING EVERY VOICE, CELEBRATING EVERY CULTURE, DELIVERING CARE AND SUPPORT YOU DESERVE

Our diverse team of talented support workers, from various cultures and backgrounds, is here to help you live confidently. We provide personalized care to help you achieve your goals, overcome challenges, and thrive in every aspect of life

OUR PURPOSE

The health and safety of our participants are always our topand non-negotiable priorities when providing services. Our other commitment to the participants is to help them live a beautiful, meaningful and valued life as every individual in the community

OUR GOAL

We wholeheartedly work out a practical care plan with participants and work with participants to accomplish their goals towards independence.

Why Accessible Transport Matters

Being able to travel can affect more than where you go.

It can influence whether you can attend an appointment, maintain relationships, participate in a hobby, access work or study, or remain involved in your local community.

For people living with disability, having appropriate transport support can therefore be an important part of maintaining independence and pursuing everyday goals.

FREQUENTLY ASK QUESTIONS

What is transport disability support?

Transport disability support provides assistance with travel for people living with disability who may need additional support to access appointments, work, study, social activities, community participation or other everyday activities.

What transport support can I receive?

The type of support available depends on your individual needs and agreed arrangements. It may involve assistance with travel to community activities, appointments, work, study or other important destinations.

Is transport covered by the NDIS?

Eligible participants may receive NDIS transport funding when they meet the applicable requirements. The NDIS generally considers transport funding where a participant cannot use public transport without substantial difficulty because of their disability.

Can transport support help me participate in the community?

Yes. Transport can help eligible participants access community activities, social events, work, study and other activities connected to their goals.

Can transport support help me become more independent?

Depending on your needs and goals, support may help you develop confidence with travelling and learn to use available transport options more independently.