When you look at your NDIS plan, the “Core Supports” budget is often the most flexible and frequently used section. At Truecare Support Services, we view Core Supports as the “engine room” of your independence—it’s the funding that ensures your daily needs are met while helping you engage with the world around you.

The NDIS provides more flexibility than ever in how you use these funds. Here is a breakdown of what Core Supports actually look like in your day-to-day life.

1. Assistance with Daily Life

This is the most common use of Core Supports. It involves support with everyday tasks that might be challenging to complete independently.

• In the Home: Assistance with personal care (showering, dressing), meal preparation, and light domestic tasks to keep your living environment safe and comfortable.

• Building Habits: Our support workers don’t just “do” for you; they work with you to build routines that increase your confidence at home.

2. Consumables

This budget is for everyday items you may need to manage your disability.

• Daily Essentials: This can include continence products, low-cost assistive technology, or specialised equipment that helps with eating or dressing.

• Accessibility Tools: This often covers smart-home integrations or simple tech upgrades that make your home more navigable.

3. Assistance with Social and Community Participation

This is where the fun happens! Core Supports are designed to get you out of the house and into the Melbourne community.

• Engaging in Hobbies: Whether it’s attending a footy match at the Whitten Oval or joining a pottery class, your support worker can provide the transport and side-by-side assistance you need to participate fully.

• Building Connections: We focus on helping you find groups where you share interests, not just a diagnosis.

4. Transport

If your disability prevents you from using public transport without substantial difficulty, this support helps you get to work, school, or your community activities. At Truecare Support Services, we help coordinate these trips to ensure you’re never stranded.