Aged and Disability Community Services Care in Australia
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an Australian government program that provides support and funding for individuals with disabilities to help them live more independently and participate fully in their communities. The NDIS is not specifically designed for aged care, as it primarily focuses on people with disabilities. However, individuals who are over 65 years of age and have a disability that developed before the age of 65 may be eligible for NDIS support.
In contrast, aged care services in Australia are typically provided by the Aged Care system, which includes the Australian Government’s My Aged Care program. My Aged Care offers a range of services and support to older Australians, including in-home care, residential aged care, and respite care.
It’s important to note that these two sys