Understanding Your NDIS Capacity Building Supports Budget
At Complete Money Management, we believe understanding your NDIS plan is the first step toward making the most of your funding. One of the most important parts of your plan is the Capacity Building Supports budget.
This budget is designed to help you build skills, independence, and confidence so you can achieve your goals. Unlike your Core Supports budget, Capacity Building funds cannot be moved between categories. Funding can only be spent on approved supports within the specific category it’s allocated to.
The 9 Capacity Building Categories in Your NDIS Plan
Below is a breakdown of each Capacity Building category, as listed in your plan and the myplace portal:
| In Your Plan | In myplace Portal | What It Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Support Coordination | Support Coordination | A fixed amount for a Support Coordinator to help you understand and use your plan effectively. |
| Improved Living Arrangements | CB Home Living | Support to help you find and maintain a suitable place to live. |
| Increased Social & Community Participation | CB Social Community and Civic Participation | Development and training to improve your skills for community, social, and recreational activities. |
| Finding & Keeping a Job | CB Employment | Employment-related support, training, and assessments to help you secure and maintain work. This includes school leaver employment supports. |
| Improved Relationships | CB Relationships | Assistance to develop positive behaviours and improve your ability to interact with others. |
| Improved Health & Wellbeing | CB Health and Wellbeing | Advice on exercise or diet to manage the impact of your disability. Note: The NDIS does not fund gym memberships. |
| Improved Learning | CB Lifelong Learning | Support for transitioning from school to further education, such as university or TAFE. |
| Improved Life Choices | CB Choice and Control | Plan management services to help you manage your funding and pay providers. |
| Improved Daily Living | CB Daily Activity | Assessment, training, or therapy to build skills, independence, and community participation. Can be delivered individually or in groups. |
Why Capacity Building Supports Matter
Capacity Building Supports are about long-term growth, not just meeting day-to-day needs. They help you:
Gain new skills
Increase independence
Build social connections
Improve employment opportunities
Make informed choices about your life
By understanding these categories, you’ll be better equipped to use your NDIS plan strategically.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Capacity Building Budget
Know Your Plan – Read your NDIS plan carefully to see exactly what’s included.
Work With Your Support Coordinator and Plan Manager – They can help you find the best providers for your needs, and manage your spending.
Track Your Spending – Use tools like the NDIS myplace portal to see how your funds are being used.
Plan Ahead – Think about your long-term goals and align your supports to achieve them.
Need help managing your NDIS funding?
At Complete Money Management, we specialise in Plan Management and can help you get the most out of your Capacity Building budget.
Contact us today to find out how we can help.
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