Navigating the NDIS and finding the right support can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve answered the most common questions about our services, accommodation, and how we support participants and families across Brisbane.
NDIS FAQs
Whether you are a participant, a family member, or a support coordinator, our goal is to make the process simple and transparent. Browse the topics below or reach out to our care experts for personalised guidance.
We respond within 24 hours and treat every enquiry with care and respect.
The NDIS – which stands for the National Disability Insurance Scheme – provides financial support for people with a disability.
NDIA (National Disability Insurance Agency) is an independent statutory agency. Their role is to implement the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which will support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers.
The NDIS website has an eligibility checklist you can use to determine whether you’re eligible or not to access the NDIS. View the NDIS website’s checklist here.
Every person living with a disability has a unique set of needs. An NDIS plan outlines your specific goals and what support you may require achieving them. If you haven’t got an approved NDIS plan in place, learn how to get one started here.
A Local Area Coordinator is someone assigned to you to help you understand and use your plan. This includes connecting you with funded supports and showing you how to use the myplace portal.
If a Local Area Coordinator is not available in your area, or you need more help coordinating supports and services, the NDIA may fund a Support Coordinator in your NDIS funded plan.
They’ll help you use your plan to work towards your goals.
Disability Accommodation FAQs
Whether you are a participant, a family member, or a support coordinator, our goal is to make the process simple and transparent. Browse the topics below or reach out to our care experts for personalised guidance.
We respond within 24 hours and treat every enquiry with care and respect.
LME Care has a growing number of suitable and purpose-built disability accommodation across south east Queensland. Click here to browse our vacancies.
We offer a range of accommodation services, including Supported Independent Living, Short Term Accommodation, Specialist Disability Accommodation and Individual Living Options. The type of accommodation services suited to you depends on your individual care and support needs. If you need help deciding which option would suit you best, contact us and we’ll be in touch to help.
This depends on the level of support you require and the type of funding you have in your NDIS Plan. If you’re unsure about what supports you have, or need help accessing more services, get in touch with us today.
We will work with you to determine the location you wish to live. This will depend on your affordability (under board and lodging). We will ensure to keep you informed during every step of the way so you can meet your potential housemate.
We do our best to make things as easy as possible, so we cap your rent to $200 per week. We also cap the utility bills to $50 per week which includes electricity, water, gas, internet, Netflix and other streaming services.
The LME Care team will work with you and your team to determine what your affordable grocery budget is. We also do weekly food menus in all homes and develop our weekly grocery lists around the menu as well as your budget. A typical grocery budget could be approximately $50 per week. Groceries are ordered and delivered to the house weekly for your convenience.
You will need to bring your own bedroom furniture. We will speak with you about other things you may need for your home.
LME Care's FAQs
Whether you are a participant, a family member, or a support coordinator, our goal is to make the process simple and transparent. Browse the topics below or reach out to our care experts for personalised guidance.
We respond within 24 hours and treat every enquiry with care and respect.
Our team have a vast experience supporting a range of disabilities including: ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), Psychosocial disabilities, Intellectual disabilities as well as complex care needs.
Yes, the team at LME Care has more than 25 years of combined experience in the disability sector and have been heavily involved in the NDIS space since the rollout in Queensland.
With registered nurses, dedicated support staff and a hands-on customer engagement & success team, we are always looking to do things better to achieve the best outcomes for our customers. You can learn more about our values here.
LME Care adheres to strict government quality and safety requirements and have proven experience in managing complex and high needs. We have a thorough recruitment process that ensures all new team members have the required documentation. You can rest assured knowing our support staff have relevant skills and qualifications including a current Blue and Yellow Card, NDIS screening check and years of experience in the industry.
We conduct regular audits to ensure that all support staff meet compliance requirements in accordance with NDIS practice standards.
We are always on the hunt for great individuals who share our values to join our team. To find our current roles available check out this link here.
Speak to Our Care Experts Today
If you are looking for a provider who cares like family, we would love to talk. Our team will answer your questions, explain your options, and help create a support plan that feels right for you.
