Understanding NDIS Support Coordination is crucial for individuals living with mental health conditions in Melbourne, Australia. As a mental health NDIS provider, Amity Mental Wellness is committed to educating and supporting individuals in navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and achieving their goals.

What is NDIS Support Coordination?

NDIS support coordination is a capacity-building support that assists participants in navigating the NDIS and implementing their plans. A Support Coordinator acts as a facilitator, educator, and negotiator to ensure that participants receive the necessary support to achieve their goals. Their role includes:




Assessing the participant's needs and preferences
Developing a tailored support plan
Identifying and connecting participants with local services and providers
Negotiating service agreements
Monitoring and reviewing progress

Benefits of NDIS Support Coordination

The benefits of NDIS support coordination are numerous, including:




Improved understanding of NDIS funding
Increased choice and control
Better connections with local services and providers
Increased confidence in managing supports

Types of Support Coordination

There are different types of support coordination, including:




Capacity Building Support Coordination: Focuses on building the participant's skills and confidence to manage their own supports
Specialist Support Coordination: Provides specialised assistance for participants with complex needs
Coordination of Supports: Helps participants to connect with local services and providers

How Amity Mental Wellness Assists

At Amity Mental Wellness, we understand the importance of NDIS support coordination in helping individuals with mental health conditions navigate the NDIS. Our team of experts provides tailored support coordination services, including:




Psychosocial Recovery Coaching: Our trained professionals support individuals with psychosocial disabilities, helping them navigate the NDIS and achieve their goals with proactive care
Effective NDIS Support Coordination: We offer specialist assistance for complex challenges and practical solutions to maximise NDIS funding
Peer Support Workers: Our Peer Support Workers with both lived experience and professional expertise deliver personalised care, fostering deep connections
Mental Health Support Workers: Our Mental Health Support Workers provide practical help and emotional support, ensuring coordinated care with existing plans
Nutrition specialised Support: We provide personalised plans, weekly home visits, and cooking sessions to promote healthy, sustainable dietary choices

Why Choose Amity Mental Wellness?

By working with Amity Mental Wellness, individuals with mental health conditions can expect:




Improved understanding of NDIS funding
Increased choice and control
Better connections with local services and providers
Increased confidence in managing supports
specialised mental health services, including individual and group therapy, counselling, and support groups

NDIS Support Coordination: A Holistic Approach to Care

NDIS support coordination interacts with other mental health services and supports, providing a holistic approach to care. For instance, a support coordinator may work with a counsellor to develop a treatment plan, coordinate with a medication management service to ensure the individual is taking their medication as prescribed, and connect them with a psychiatrist for further assessment and treatment.

For Carers: Supporting Family Members and Friends

NDIS support coordination can support family members or carers by providing respite care, coordinating care with other services, and connecting them with carer support groups. For example, a support coordinator may arrange for a carer to take a break while the individual with a mental health condition receives care from a support worker.

For Mental Health Professionals: Collaboration and Upskilling

Mental health professionals working in NDIS support coordination require specialised training and expertise in areas such as mental health conditions, the NDIS, and support coordination. They can upskill by undertaking courses and training programs approved by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.

For Researchers: Addressing Barriers to Access

Common barriers to accessing NDIS support coordination services for individuals with mental health conditions include lack of awareness about the NDIS, complex eligibility criteria, and limited availability of support coordinators. These barriers can be addressed by increasing awareness about the NDIS, simplifying the eligibility criteria, and increasing the workforce of support coordinators.

Reference List




National Disability Insurance Scheme. (2022). Support Coordination. Retrieved from
Australian Government Department of Health. (2022). National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Retrieved from
Mental Health Australia. (2022). NDIS and Mental Health. Retrieved from

Q: What is NDIS support coordination?

A: NDIS support coordination is a capacity-building support that assists participants in navigating the NDIS and implementing their plans.

Q: What are the benefits of NDIS support coordination?

A: The benefits of NDIS support coordination include improved understanding of NDIS funding, increased choice and control, better connections with local services and providers, and increased confidence in managing supports.

Q: What types of support coordination are there?

A: There are three types of support coordination: Capacity Building Support Coordination, Specialist Support Coordination, and Coordination of Supports.

Q: How can Amity Mental Wellness assist?

A: Amity Mental Wellness provides tailored support coordination services, including Psychosocial Recovery Coaching, Effective NDIS Support Coordination, Peer Support Workers, Mental Health Support Workers, and Nutrition specialised Support.