Provider travel - non-labour costs | Assistance In Coordinating Or Managing Life Stages, Transitions And Supports | Increased Social and Community Participation | 09_799_0106_6_3

Overview:

This NDIS support item encompasses non-labour travel costs for providers servicing participants.

Service Details:

1. Eligible Costs:

• Providers may incur additional costs like road tolls, parking fees, and vehicles running costs.

2. Negotiation with Participants:

• Providers should discuss and agree upon reasonable contributions for these costs with participants.
• Where a worker is travelling to provide services to more than one participant then the provider should split the non-labour travel costs (including the return journey) between the participants, with the agreement of each participant in advance.

3. Reimbursements Rates:

• Vehicles owned by Provider or Worker: Up to $0.97 per kilometre.
• Other Transport Costs: Full amount for public transport fares, road tolls, and parking fees.

4. Claiming Process:

• Claims for non-labour costs must be seperate from the primary support claim.
• These costs are claimable only when provider travel time is also claimable.
• Use the specific 'Provider Travel - Non- Labour Costs' support item in the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.

Participant Outcomes:

Participants benefit from broader access to essential services, with this item ensuring that geographical barriers do not impede the receipt of support. It also aids in maintaining consistent care from preferred providers.

Impact Statement:

Enhances service accessibility, promoting equitable participation in the NDIS regardless of a participant's location, ultimately contributing to their sustained well-being.