PTSD NDIS
Disability Support & Care Services
PTSD Information
People who have experienced a trauma in their lives may have recurring symptoms following the trauma that can include intrusive thoughts or memories, irritability, guilt, panic attacks, nightmares, hallucinations, anxiety, depression, physical symptoms, or other distressing reactions. When these symptoms persist for more than a month, the patient is considered to have PTSD. Within the first month following the inciting event, patients with these symptoms are considered to have Acute Stress Disorder.
When a patient is diagnosed with Acute Stress Disorder or PTSD, it’s important that they receive appropriate treatment to manage their illness and prevent long-lasting symptoms. Treatment for either disorder most commonly includes trauma-focused behavioral therapy, though medications may also be used in the treatment regimen for people who experience more severe symptoms or other related conditions.
Why Choose Maple for PTSD Support?
At Maple Community Services, we focus on building strong relationships with each and every client that walks through our doors, providing them with the tools, supports, and access to services that will enable them to live independently.
Our priority is matching you with a like-minded Support Worker, someone who speaks your language, understands your goals, and is committed to ensuring you have all the necessary support you need to live your life to the fullest.
People choose Maple because we care. We are a group of professionals from all walks of life who want to make a difference in yours. Commonly a high percentage of Maple clients as well as our Support Workers come from Culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. You can see testimonials from other participants on our community page.
The Maple Family will work with you to create a personalised approach to your support schedule and roll out. We will continually review and recommend support updates, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the support you receive are optimal for you to achieve your personal, social, and emotional wellbeing goals.
We are renowned for our extremely fast turnaround and approval times for Referrals. Please reach out to us for help with your SIL, Core Support, Plan Management, and Support Coordination Referral.
What Does Our PTSD Support Involve?
We have four major categories of PTSD support services. Each category of PTSD support contributes to your overall well-being and expands personal options to live a life that is most fulfilling.
By providing each of these elements, we help you set a course for greater independence with reliable support.
Types of PTSD Support Services
Our team works one on one with you to help you with day-to-day activities, connect you with high quality treatment and therapy services, and, if indicated, we can guide and support you through social interactions.
Our support includes a full range of different services for you to determine which will best suit you. Options include any or all of the following:
If you suffer from a long term disability resulting from a mental health condition, also known as a Psychosocial Disability or PSD, it is covered under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), and you may be eligible for funding to avail of our support services.
It is estimated that 3 million people in Australia suffer with mild to moderate mental health issues and around 700,000 people have severe and persistent mental health illnesses that demonstrate complex needs and thus require support due to their disability.
At Maple Community Services, we’ll walk you through the assessment process to see if you qualify for NDIS PTSD benefits. If you or your loved one meets the criteria, we can help facilitate the process and have the full capacity to provide any support services you need.
To become an NDIS participant, you need to provide evidence of your mental health condition but a specific diagnosis is not required. NDIS support is contingent on how the condition impacts you and your daily activities, rather than the diagnosis itself, and that’s where our PTSD Specialists can help you.
The NDIS aims to provide better access to high quality, personalised, and innovative supports and services to enhance the independence and social and economic participation of people with disabilities and their carers.
The NDIS funds several critical services for people with PTSD. These include personal care support, community access support, nutritional support, skill development, transport, household tasks and behavioural support. Plan Management and Support Coordination Funding are almost always offered to NDIS Participants when they receive their plan. The types and amounts of funding available are dependent on the level of disability. By partnering with Maple Community Services, together, we can help you identify your needs and cater a support plan that provides the specific services you need, enabling you to lead a fulfilling life.
How do you care for someone with PTSD?
The best way to provide support to people living with PTSD is to learn about the illness, the symptoms, the treatment options and course, and the specific needs of your loved one. In doing so, you can learn to spot and prevent triggers, help your loved one cope with their symptoms, and provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and patient space for them to heal.
What is the Most Effective Treatment for PTSD?
Behavioural therapy, particularly Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy, is seen as the most effective treatment for people living with PTSD. The therapy helps people process the event they experienced and their physical, mental, and emotional responses to it.
There is no cure for PTSD, but patients can recover with appropriate support. Medications are often only used to help manage a person’s symptoms rather than as a treatment option.
Skills & Qualifications of our PTSD Support Workers
Our Support Workers for PTSD have studied and trained diligently to understand and respond to the needs of people with PTSD. You can feel confident and at ease with our PTSD Support Workers’ exceptional skills and qualifications. We pride ourselves on our years of experience providing PTSD support.
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