Is a carer impact statement submitted separately from the access request?

It can be submitted as part of an access request or as supporting evidence at a planning meeting or plan review. It is appropriate at any point in the NDIS process where a planner needs to understand the informal support context.

Can a carer impact statement be used to get carer supports funded for the carer?

The NDIS funds supports for the participant, not directly for the carer. However, a carer impact statement can support a request for supports that give the carer respite, such as in-home respite or participant-directed respite activities.

Does the participant need to consent to the carer impact statement being submitted?

Yes. The statement is submitted as part of the participant's NDIS planning process, so the participant or their guardian should be aware of and agree to its submission.

What if the carer and participant disagree about how much support is being provided?

This can be addressed by focusing the carer statement on what you personally observe and provide, rather than making claims about what the participant acknowledges. A planner or LAC may facilitate a conversation if there is significant disagreement.

Can we submit a carer impact statement at any time, not just at planning meetings?

Yes. You can provide supporting documentation to the NDIS outside of formal planning meetings, particularly if circumstances change significantly between reviews.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a carer impact statement submitted separately from the access request?: It can be submitted as part of an access request or as supporting evidence at a planning meeting or plan review. It is appropriate at any point in the NDIS process where a planner needs to understand the informal support context.
Can a carer impact statement be used to get carer supports funded for the carer?: The NDIS funds supports for the participant, not directly for the carer. However, a carer impact statement can support a request for supports that give the carer respite, such as in-home respite or participant-directed respite activities.
Does the participant need to consent to the carer impact statement being submitted?: Yes. The statement is submitted as part of the participant's NDIS planning process, so the participant or their guardian should be aware of and agree to its submission.
What if the carer and participant disagree about how much support is being provided?: This can be addressed by focusing the carer statement on what you personally observe and provide, rather than making claims about what the participant acknowledges. A planner or LAC may facilitate a conversation if there is significant disagreement.
Can we submit a carer impact statement at any time, not just at planning meetings?: Yes. You can provide supporting documentation to the NDIS outside of formal planning meetings, particularly if circumstances change significantly between reviews.