Day Programs & Community Participation for Dup15q Syndrome
How the NDIS funds day programs, community access and social participation for people with Dup15q 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 Dup15q 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 Dup15q Syndrome
Dup15q syndrome is a neurodevelopmental condition caused by having one or more extra copies of a small piece of chromosome 15 (the 15q11.2-13.1 region). It is one of the most common genetic findings in people with…
What's funded
Depending on your goals, a plan for Dup15q Syndrome might fund:
Group vs one-to-one
Both have their place for Dup15q Syndrome:
Getting it into a plan for Dup15q 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.