Examples of NDIS Goals for Level 2 Plans

An organization that pays for the expenses related to a disability is the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). A program wherein people who have received a diagnosis are evaluated, and objectives are created as yearly targets. Navigating the NDIS plan process for a child with level 2 autism can indeed be daunting for parents, especially given the complexity and emotional weight involved. 

However, understanding the structure and purpose of an NDIS plan can make this journey more manageable and productive. The NDIS determines funding they deem as necessary to help achieve these goals then ‘tada’ therapy and equipment paid for, simple right?

Not so much. It can be an extremely overwhelming process for parents to navigate through. Posing many questions.

A NDIS plan: What is it?

An NDIS plan includes details about the individual, their friends and family, services and community organizations, their goals, and paid support. The strategy is based on conversations from a planning meeting where goals and their child’s diagnosis were reviewed. Since it forces you to concentrate on everything their child is unable to do or struggles with, parents frequently feel that this is an extremely overwhelming procedure. How true it is that you should base your child’s strategy early on from a really difficult day, when all of their challenges are present!

‍What does level 2 mean?

Autism is a neurological disorder that affects people of all ages; each person’s symptoms and traits are distinct and manifest in different ways. In terms of severity, level 2 autism is in the middle. While not the most severe, it’s also not the most mild. Depending on the level, NDIS funding for autism is allocated.

Levels 2 and 3 immediately qualify for funding support due to the extensive care required, whereas Level 1 requires additional assessment.

In general, people with level 2 or level 3 autism struggle with social interactions, controlling their emotions and behaviors, and adjusting to new situations. They need assistance and support services to help them with daily living.

‍Example for level 2 NDIS Autism plan

Short-term objective: The child will overcome sensory issues so they can get dressed in the morning.

The child will have the least amount of distress when getting dressed in the morning (with help) in a timely manner.

Continue to give him chances to practice techniques and methods at home in order to help him achieve his objective. A strategy will be devised to help the kid and NDIS registered providers to accomplish this objective.

‍The medium- to long-term objective is to improve emotional control.

Be able to leave the caregiver in order to attend school for the entire day without discomfort.

Keep getting chances to practice techniques and methods to help him achieve his goal, both at home and at school. A strategy will be implemented to help caregivers accomplish this objective.

‍The medium- to long-term objective is to improve social skills.

Child will acquire the social skills and self-assurance necessary to make friends at school.

Keep getting chances to practice techniques and methods to help him achieve his goal, both at home and at school. A strategy will be implemented to help caregivers accomplish this objective. 

Medium or long term goal – To improve expressive and pragmatic communication skills.

Children will be able to name their emotions when they are upset and answer questions.

Continue to be provided with opportunities at home and school to practice skills and strategies to support his goal. There will be a plan in place to assist caregivers in achieving this goal.

‍ Medium or long term goal – To develop regulation skills.

Children will be able to develop regulation skills and coping strategies to assist with dealing with emotions.

Continue to be provided with opportunities at home and school to practice skills and strategies to support his goal. There will be a plan in place to assist caregivers in achieving this goal.

Once these NDIS autism level 2 plan examples are assessed appropriate funding is allocated to assist in making the goals achievable, to build independence and reduce the level of support for the future. In the early years goals can remain the same, as children grow the goals will change to support the next phase of their development and then it may reach a stage where they stay relatively the same again.

‍Services used to assist in achieving goals and that are funded via the National disability Insurance scheme may include.

‍One person’s goals on their level 2 NDIS plan may be similar to that of another whereas they can also be completely different. The type of funding given may be more or less and the services used to assist in achieving skills will also be different according to each individual.

‍ It is important to find a support coordinator who will listen and competently write up a plan that sets your child up for success. Supporting documentation from therapists and professionals will also assist in obtaining the most from your NDIS plan.

Conclusion

The key to a successful NDIS plan lies in detailed, personalized goal-setting and strategic support planning. While the process may be challenging, the ultimate goal is to empower the child to achieve greater independence and improved quality of life. By leveraging the appropriate services and support through Independent Ability Care (IAC), parents can help their children navigate their developmental journeys with confidence and hope.

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