Supported Trips & Overnight Supports

SCN supports people with disability to participate in overnight stays and trips away from their usual home environment.

For some people with disability, spending time away from home would not be possible without disability support. SCN staff provide the individual assistance, supervision and support participants require to safely participate, build independence, develop social connections and take part in community life.

Depending on the participant’s individual needs and NDIS plan, supports may include:

• assistance with personal and daily living activities • support to access and participate in the community • assistance to develop independence and daily living skills • supervision and disability-related support • overnight support where required • support to maintain routines and safely participate while away from home.

What does the NDIS fund?

The NDIS does not fund holidays.

Where a participant is eligible, NDIS funding may be used for disability-related supports they require while away from home, provided those supports are in line with their NDIS plan and current NDIS rules.

SCN claims NDIS funding only for eligible disability supports that are actually delivered to the participant.

Costs that are not NDIS supports, such as holiday costs, airfares, meals, entertainment or activity entry fees, are not claimed from a participant’s NDIS funding unless expressly permitted under current NDIS rules.

Before an overnight trip, SCN will explain the anticipated disability-support charges and any participant-funded costs so participants and families can make an informed decision before booking.

Individual support needs

Every participant’s circumstances are different. Before participating in an SCN overnight trip, we consider the participant’s support needs, goals, available funding and the level of staffing required.

The supports provided and the way they are charged are documented through the participant’s Service Agreement and relevant booking information.

If you are unsure whether your NDIS plan can be used for supports provided during an SCN trip, please speak with the SCN Client Services Team, your Support Coordinator, Plan Manager or NDIS contact.