Day Programs & Community Participation for Dravet Syndrome
How the NDIS funds day programs, community access and social participation for people with Dravet Syndrome, 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 Dravet Syndrome, 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 Dravet Syndrome
Dravet syndrome is a rare, severe genetic epilepsy that usually begins in the first year of life, most often triggered by fever or temperature change. It is most commonly caused by a change in the SCN1A gene. The…
What's funded
Depending on your goals, a plan for Dravet Syndrome might fund:
Group vs one-to-one
Both have their place for Dravet Syndrome:
Getting it into a plan for Dravet Syndrome
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.