Support workers in 2025 are the backbone of daily assistance for many NDIS participants. Their role continues to evolve, helping you build skills, achieve goals, and lead a more independent and connected life. Understanding how to effectively engage and work with support workers is key to maximising your plan.
Who Are Support Workers in 2025?
Support workers are professionals who assist people with disability in a variety of tasks, including:
- Personal care (e.g., bathing, dressing)
- Household tasks (e.g., cleaning, meal prep)
- Community access (e.g., attending appointments, shopping, social outings)
- Capacity building (e.g., helping develop skills for independence)
How Support Workers in 2025 Fit into Your NDIS Plan
Support workers can be funded under various categories:
- Core Supports
- Assistance with Daily Living
- Capacity Building
- Improved Daily Living Skills
- Social & Community Participation
- You can choose to engage support workers through registered providers or hire directly using your plan-managed or self-managed funding.
Benefits of a Great Support Worker Relationship
A reliable support worker can:
- Build your confidence and independence
- Respect your routines and preferences
- Encourage you to reach new personal and social goals
- Provide consistent, safe, and skilled care
- What to Look for in a Support Worker
- Experience with your specific needs
- Flexibility and reliability
- Communication skills
- A respectful, empowering attitude
- Proper certifications (e.g., NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid)
How Permalink Support Services Can Help
At Permalink, we have trusted and trained support workers and providers to ensure participants receive high-quality, affordable support. We can help you:
- Understand what support services you’re eligible for
- Match you with skilled, friendly, and culturally aligned workers
- Review your needs and adjust your support schedule as you grow
- Maximise the value of your Core and Capacity Building budgets
Looking for a reliable, compassionate support worker in 2025? Let Permalink Support Services connect you with the right team to help you thrive.
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Next week, we’ll look at the process of preparing for your NDIS plan review and setting realistic goals in 2025.
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