Day Programs & Community Participation for Alzheimer's Disease
How the NDIS funds day programs, community access and social participation for people with Alzheimer's Disease, and how to find the right one.
Getting out, staying connected and doing things you enjoy matters — and the NDIS funds it. For people with Alzheimer's Disease, day programs and community participation supports build skills, friendships and routine. This guide explains what's funded and how to find the right program.
Community participation and Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for approximately 60–70% of all dementia cases. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterised by the abnormal accumulation of…
What's funded
Depending on your goals, a plan for Alzheimer's Disease might fund:
Group vs one-to-one
Both have their place for Alzheimer's Disease:
Getting it into a plan for Alzheimer's Disease
Set goals around connection, community and independence, and describe the support you need to take part safely. The clearer the goal, the easier it is to fund the right community supports.