Provider travel - non-labour costs | Development Of Daily Living And Life Skills | Relationships | 11_799_0117_7_3

Overview:

This NDIS support item covers transportation expenses for providers, not relating to labour costs.

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:

By addressing provider non-labour travel expenditures, this item facilitates timely and accessible service delivery, directly enhancing participants' ability to receive necessary support. It ensures that geographical boundaries do not hinder participants from availing a full range of services.

Impact Statement:

This support item is pivotal in bridging gaps between participants and essential services, improving the inclusivity and reach of the NDIS.