Is there any available funding for Stoke Rehabilitation?

Hi, without knowing the specifics of your Dad's NDIS plan my answer is fairly general but... Rehabilitation would fall into Improved Daily Living in a plan. Usually it will say something like " assessment and recommendations by a suitably qualified practitioner." 

Was continuing to see a physio or an O T one of your Dad's goals in his plan? If not you may need to have a plan review. ' If his plan is more than 60 days old that opens another can of worms and let's not go there. 

What state are you in? There are organisations funded by the NDIS to assist in plan reviews. 

The short answer is your Dad doesn't need to wither away to nothing. 

Keep your and your Dad's chin up. 

Cheers, 

Hi Michael,

NDIS plans are generally based on the person’s current situation, how everyday activities are managed and goals for future. In your father’s case, goals for rehabilitation after stroke need to be part of the discussion. The NDIS Local Area Coordinators (LAC) may be able to provide feedback on any barriers or ongoing issues your father is facing in regards to receiving services and supports. There is further information regarding this on the NDIS website, particularly in the FAQ section (click here).

It could be helpful to further discuss the goals and support available with the NDIS by requesting a plan review as suggested by Adrian (thank you).

It’s really positive to hear about the progress your father made with the rehabilitation team. For many stroke survivors, when this treatment finishes it can feel like “That’s it. I won’t get any better”. Sometimes therapy can end before the fullest possible recovery is realised. ‘Stronger after Stroke’ by Peter G. Levine talks about this, and things a stroke survivor can do once therapy has ended. Peter talks about what makes up a successful plan for recovery, things like setting measurable goals and making the plan flexible.

After a stroke, it is normal to feel sad or worried. But if your father feels sad, down or miserable for more than two weeks, he may have depression. While depression often occurs after a stroke, it is treatable, and recovery is common. There is further information about treatment and supports available on our fact sheet, (Click here).

This might all take some time to sort out, so in the meantime, speak to the GP about a Chronic Disease Management Plan which will allow your father to access allied health services for up to five sessions a year. Ask the therapists what you can be doing between sessions, and make a plan for once the five sessions finish.

It may be helpful to check out this blog on getting good healthcare. Another way to access therapy can be through current research and trials requiring participants, click here to have a look at what is happening in this space in your state.

Please call StrokeLine on 1800 787 653 for further advice or information about stroke prevention, treatment, recovery and support.

Best wishes,

Kirsty

(StrokeLine)