Making a Plan
With so many funding models and government programmes, the New Zealand disability support sector can be difficult to navigate. If you don’t already have funding, get in touch and we can walk you through options and refer you to the right people.
The important thing to remember at this stage is that we at Community Living do not provide funding. That is provided either directly from yourself, or, by getting in touch with a NASC (Needs Assessment Service Coordinator).
A NASC will typically decide on an appropriate funding package or service type. Some of the acronyms and names you may come across are “EGL” or Enabling Good Lives, which is an overarching way of providing support you can find out more about here, SIL or Supported Independent Living, Choices in Community Living, Residential Services, Transition From School, ACC Living My Life, Individualised Funding (IF) and more. Whatever the case, we work with MSD and Whaikaha to provide appropriate supports.
While the acronyms can be complex, the main thing to remember is that most of these are primarily models of funding, not services in themselves. At Community Living we provide Housing, Supports, Activities, Planning and more – any combination of which might be included in your funding package!
So get in touch today to discuss your options.
We work closely with individuals and families to create a tailored support plan that meets their unique needs and goals.
Disabled people are in control of their lives.
Families and whānau receive early support to be aspirational for their disabled child, build community connections, and foster independence.
Supports are tailored to individual needs and goals, taking a whole-life approach rather than being divided across programmes.
Disabled people are supported to live, learn, work, and participate in everyday life as valued citizens.
Disabled people access mainstream services before specialist disability services when possible.
The strengths and contributions of disabled people and their families are recognised and respected.
Supports are designed to be simple, flexible, and accessible for disabled people and their whānau.
Supports strengthen relationships between disabled people, their whānau, and their community.
Individualised Funding offers flexibility and control over the support services you receive. We work with people and families to create a personalised funding plan that meets their unique needs and preferences. Our team is here to help you navigate the funding process and ensure you receive the support you need.
ACC Living My Life (LML) provides support for people who have been injured and require assistance to live independently. Our team works closely with individuals to create a tailored support plan that meets their unique needs and goals.
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Our Budget Hosting service offers support for people who manage their own funding. We provide assistance with budgeting, financial planning, managing money, and managing support services.
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Transitioning from school to adult life can be a challenging time for people with disabilities. Our Transition from School program offers support and guidance to help people navigate this transition and achieve their goals.
Transition from School
