NDIS and people with disabilities
At Ingrained Nutrition, our dietitians are well-versed in the unique challenges faced in the disability sector. We collaborate closely with service providers, support coordinators, plan managers, and support workers to deliver clear and actionable goals, plans, and reports that meet the nutritional needs of you and your clients.
Our team specialises in writing comprehensive reports for plan reviews and advocating for clients’ nutritional needs. We understand the complexities of living with a disability and the effects it can have on carers, support networks, and the client’s overall quality of life. Together, we work to ensure that our clients maintain choice and control over their health and nutrition.
Disability Dietitian services we offer
Our Comprehensive NDIS Assessments and Reports include:
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Assessment and Evidence
- Detailed findings from the initial dietetic assessment, including:
- Nutritional status (e.g., deficiencies, weight history, dietary intake).
- Relevant medical history and how it impacts their nutrition.
- Functional limitations caused by the disability.
- Objective measures (e.g., blood test results, swallowing assessments).
- Documentation of previous interventions and their outcomes.
- Detailed findings from the initial dietetic assessment, including:
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Link to Disability and NDIS Goals
- Explanation of how the nutritional issues directly relate to the participant’s disability.
- Alignment with the participant’s NDIS goals (e.g., maintaining independence, improving health, or managing chronic conditions).
- Highlight how the proposed dietetic interventions will contribute to achieving these goals.
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Recommended Dietetic Services
- An outline specific services required, such as:
- Regular consultations to monitor and adjust nutritional care.
- Education and support for the participant and/or carers.
- Development of meal plans or tailored feeding regimes.
- Coordination with other healthcare professionals
- Frequency of required interventions.
- An outline specific services required, such as:
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Justification for Funding
- Provides evidence-based reasoning for why dietetic intervention is reasonable and necessary.
- Referencing NDIS criteria for funding approval including how the service is related to the participant’s disability, how it will help the participant achieve their goals, is value for money and effective
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Costs and Budget Recommendations
- Itemized costs for the proposed services in line with the NDIS price guide.
Our Dietitians provide support in these NDIS categories, including:
- Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
- Improved Health & Wellbeing
Other disability and NDIS Dietitian services we provide
We also offer individual and group feeding therapy, which may be eligible for NDIS funding; deliver nutritional presentations; meal planning for Supported Independent Living (SIL) arrangements; and specialized training for disability providers with high-risk needs.
NDIS Admin Coordinator
Meet Kara, our dedicated NDIS Admin Coordinator, who is passionate about helping others navigate their journeys. With extensive experience in the NDIS space, Kara ensures that clients receive tailored support to meet their unique needs while streamlining the process for families and individuals accessing NDIS funding for Dietetic consultations.
As an accredited practising Dietitian, Kara utilises her qualifications with a compassionate nature and strong communication skills, making her an invaluable resource for clients and their families. She assists with everything from service agreements and navigating appointments and invoicing, as well as NDIS report writing, drawing on her expertise as a Dietitian.
Kara believes that every client deserves personalized care and works tirelessly to connect them with the right dietitian to achieve their goals. With Kara by your side, you can trust that you’re in caring and capable hands.
