OUR SERVICES
Home Modifications
and Designs
At Amity Care, we understand the importance of maintaining a safe home environment, for those living with a disability to live as safely and independently as possible. Modifying and maintaining the home environment has the potential to markedly improve the lifestyle, mobility, and safety of participants. Amity Care has a strong, reliable network of approved suppliers to provide participants with quality products and services where it matters the most.
GUIDED WITH CARE & CONSIDERATION
Experts at Modification
Modifications can be minor or major. Examples include building a ramp to your home entrance, widening doors, modifying your bathroom or kitchen, installing grab rails, putting in environmental control units, or automating your home.
We will guide you through the NDIS process to help you understand it and answer any questions that may arise.
It is a requirement under the NDIS that an Occupational Therapist is involved in the provision of any Assistive Technology Equipment, minor and major home modifications.
Your Occupational Therapist will:
Meet you and your family to learn more about your needs
Complete the initial home assessment
Complete the NDIS report (using the required acceptable template)
Create a scope of works for the modifications and/or equipment script
Source quotes from builders, contractors and equipment suppliers
Provide a draft of the application for your approval prior to submitting the application to the NDIS
Submit the application to the NDIS
Answer any questions the NDIS have regarding the report and recommendations
Liaise with the builder throughout the building process
Provide a follow up consultation to ensure the modifications and equipment are as prescribed and they are working for you.