Disability-related health supports are crucial services designed to help individuals to manage conditions directly resulting from their disabilities. Community Nursing Care, supported by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), is deeply interconnected with these health supports. This essential service leverages the expertise of registered nurses to provide comprehensive and customised health support. It aims to address a wide spectrum of health issues related to complex disabilities, empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and actively participate in community life.

Community Nursing Care, as outlined in the NDIS framework, is essential for providing personalised and comprehensive disability-related health supports to individuals with disabilities. For certain disability-related health supports, a registered nurse may be vital for providing specialised training to support workers. They deliver essential training to support workers and family members, equipping them with the skills to provide care. This training includes teaching techniques for managing specific health conditions, using medical equipment, and responding to health emergencies. For example, a nurse might train a support worker to safely use a feeding tube. This ensures that the care provided is safe, effective, and tailored to the individual’s specific health needs. Disability-related health supports can include Continence Supports, Wound and Pressure Care Management, Dysphagia Supports, Podiatry support, Diabetes Management and much more. Registered nurses have the authority and ability to delegate some of these disability-related care tasks to other healthcare workers, such as support workers or enrolled nurses, ensuring that these tasks are performed properly.

LifeCare360 Community Services believes that access to quality healthcare services enables individuals with disabilities to achieve the best possible health outcomes, enhancing their quality of life. It allows for the management of pain, discomfort, and other symptoms related to their conditions. Our team of skilled registered nurses specialises in a wide range of disability-related health supports, tailoring care plans to each participant’s needs. We focus on empowering you to achieve greater independence and fuller participation in community life. Contact us today to know more.