Personal care plays a fundamental role in the lives of individuals with disabilities, offering not just assistance with daily tasks but also a pathway to independence and dignity. Under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), personal care services are tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of each individual, encompassing a range of essential activities that support daily living.

What is Personal Care?

Personal care refers to the support and assistance provided to individuals with disabilities in performing daily activities that they may find challenging due to their disability. This includes tasks related to hygiene, mobility and medication management. Personal care services are designed to promote independence, dignity, and well-being by ensuring that individuals can maintain their self-care routines and participate in daily life activities with confidence and comfort.

The Importance of Personal Care

Personal care is essential for for individuals with disabilities for several reasons including:

• Maintaining Independence: Personal care services empower individuals to maintain a level of independence in their daily lives. By receiving assistance with tasks that may be challenging due to their disability, individuals can continue to participate in self-care activities and make choices that promote autonomy and self-determination.
• Promoting Well-Being: Personal care contributes to overall well-being by addressing essential needs related to hygiene, mental health support and comfort. Regular personal care routines promote physical health, prevent infections or complications, and improve overall quality of life.
• Enabling Social Participation: These services enable individuals to engage in social activities and community participation with confidence. When basic personal care needs are met, individuals can focus on pursuing social connections and other meaningful activities that contribute to a fulfilling life.
• Confidence: When individuals have help with personal tasks they have greater confidence in their abilities promoting better well-being and fulfilment.

Personal Care Support with Verity Care Services

Verity Care Services is committed to providing exceptional personal care support to individuals with disabilities, focusing on promoting independence, dignity, and well-being. Our team of trained and compassionate caregivers offers a range of personalised services that include:

• Help with meal preparation
• Hygiene and cleanliness maintenance
• Bowel and urinary management besides menstrual care
• Help with grooming
• Getting into bed and out of the same
• On-time administration of medicines
• Efficient use of disability equipment
• Assistance with having food and drinks

Our client-centred approach ensures that each individual’s unique needs, preferences, and goals are prioritised, fostering a positive and supportive care environment. Personal care under NDIS is more than just assistance with daily tasks; it is a pathway to independence, dignity, and well-being for individuals with disabilities. Verity Care Services is dedicated to supporting individuals in achieving greater independence, dignity, and quality of life, making a positive impact on their journey.