What is a Psychosocial Disability?
The NDIS Commission defines psychosocial disability as: ‘A mental health issue that affects people’s daily activities such as socialising or interacting with others in a social setting, learning or self-care, or their capacity to fully participate in society.’
Diagnoses include:
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Severe and persistent anxiety and depression
As of 1st July 2020 a new support system called ‘Psychosocial Recovery Coach’ became available to all NDIS participants living with a psychosocial disability. This service is for those clients requiring support managing complex challenges in their daily lives. The aim is to increase clients’ social and economical independence and participation through the provision of capacity building supports.
NDMHS Recovery Coaches will focus on coaching clients to have a greater participation in managing their daily lives. We will collaborate with other services to support and underpin these outcomes.
Recovery Coaches work collaboratively with clients, their family and carers and other services to design, plan and implement a recovery plan, and assist with the coordination of NDIS and other supports. Recovery Coaches work on clients dreams, hopes and aspirations using strengths-based approaches to allow clients to live full and meaningful life despite their disability and the daily challenges they may face.
To find out how we can support you contact us on 1300…./ info@ndmhs.com.au
