Specialised High Intensity Supports
Specialised high intensity supports
Experienced support for participants with complex care needs.
Empowered Pathways provides specialised high intensity supports for NDIS participants who require assistance with complex daily care needs. Our team is trained to deliver these supports safely, respectfully, and in line with clinical guidance and NDIS High Intensity Support requirements.
We understand that high intensity supports require consistency, skill, and strong attention to safety. Our support workers follow clear care plans and work closely with families, health professionals, and support coordinators to ensure supports are delivered correctly and with dignity.
Specialised high intensity supports
Our focus is always on supporting participants to live comfortably and safely while maintaining independence wherever possible.
Support may include:
- Complex bowel and continence care
- Wound care in accordance with clinical plans
- PEG feeding and enteral nutrition support
- Urinary catheter care
- Individualised high-intensity daily living support
Empowered Pathways provides these supports in accordance with each participant’s clinical guidance, training requirements, and NDIS plan.
Have any other questions?
High intensity supports – Frequently asked questions
What are high intensity supports under the NDIS?
High intensity supports are specialised supports required by participants who have complex health or personal care needs. These supports require additional training and competency to ensure they are delivered safely.
Who can deliver high intensity supports?
Support workers delivering high intensity supports must be appropriately trained and assessed as competent. Supports are delivered in line with clinical guidance and individual care plans.
What types of supports are considered high intensity?
Examples include PEG feeding, complex bowel care, catheter care, complex wound care, and other specialised daily living supports that require additional training.
How are these supports delivered safely?
Supports are delivered according to documented care plans, clinical instructions, and NDIS High Intensity Support practice standards. Support workers receive specific training before providing these services.
Are high intensity supports funded by the NDIS?
Yes. High intensity supports can be funded through an NDIS plan when the participant has assessed complex care needs and the appropriate supports are included in their plan.
If you would like to discuss high intensity supports with Empowered Pathways, our team can help determine the appropriate supports and how they can be delivered safely.