For members navigating the NDIS, NDIS Daily Activities Support helps turn personal goals into real everyday progress. Funded under the Core Supports budget (specifically Assistance with Daily Life), this category ensures that everyday tasks never become a barrier to living comfortably and confidently.
If you are putting together your NDIS plan or reviewing your current supports, this guide explains what is included, how funding works, and how to get the most out of your daily living assistance.
What is NDIS Daily Activities Support in an NDIS Plan?
In the NDIS framework, NDIS Daily Activities covers essential everyday tasks you may find difficult to complete independently due to a disability. The goal of this support is not to do everything for you, but to provide respectful assistance that empowers you to build skills, maintain control over your routine, and stay safe in your living environment.
NDIS Daily Activities Support is flexible. It can be delivered in your own home, in a shared living arrangement, or while you are out in your local community.
| Key Feature | Details |
| NDIS Budget Category | Core Supports – Assistance with Daily Life |
| Primary Objective | Foster independence, personal safety, and routine management |
| Delivery Setting | Private homes, rentals, family residences, or shared accommodation |
| Flexibility Level | Tailored around your preferred schedule (mornings, evenings, weekends) |
What Does NDIS Daily Activities Support Cover?
NDIS daily activities support covers services and supervision that help you manage personal everyday tasks and live as independently as possible.
- Personal care: showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating support
- Household tasks: cleaning, laundry, and keeping a home safe and liveable
- Meal preparation: planning, cooking, and, where needed, support with grocery shopping
- Mobility assistance: getting around the house, in and out of bed, or to appointments
- Community access support: a support worker’s time to help someone attend appointments, run errands, or join in local activities
- Living Arrangements: Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short-Term Accommodation (respite care), Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA), and Individualised Living Options (ILO)
Because Core Supports funding is generally flexible, many members can move funds between these areas as their needs shift throughout the year, rather than being locked into one rigid plan of use.
What is Not Covered Under NDIS Daily Activities Support?
This funding will not pay for:
- Rent, utilities, or general groceries
- Everyday household items like cleaning products or toiletries
- Medical treatment, medication, or hospital care that sits with Medicare
- Home repairs, gardening, or trade services unrelated to your disability
- Anything already funded by another government system, such as schools
The rule of thumb: NDIS Daily Activities funds the support built around a task, not the everyday cost of living.
Who Is Eligible for Daily Activities Support?
Eligibility is assessed against what the NDIA calls “reasonable and necessary.” You may qualify if you:
- Have a permanent, significant disability affecting daily function
- Are under 65 when you first access the Scheme
- Are an Australian citizen or hold a Permanent or Protected Special Category Visa
- Have goals or daily needs that align with hands-on personal or household support
Evidence matters here. A Functional Capacity Assessment, or reports from an OT, GP, or allied health professional, helps your planner understand how exactly your disability affects daily tasks and why paid support, rather than informal help, is genuinely necessary.
How Much Does It Cost and How Is Funding Decided?
Pricing follows the NDIS Price Guide and varies by support type, the day, and the time of day. A support worker’s hourly rate on a Sunday or public holiday, for instance, typically costs more than the same support on a weekday morning.
| Support Type | Example Support | Weekday Rate | Weekend/Public Holiday Rate |
| Personal Care | Self-care assistance (standard) | $70.23/hr | $127.43 (Sun) – $156.03 (Public Holiday)/hr |
| Self-care assistance (high-intensity) | $75.98/hr | $137.87 (Sun) – $168.81 (Public Holiday)/hr | |
| Household Tasks | House cleaning | $58.03/hr | — |
| Meal Preparation | Preparation and delivery of meals | $1.00/meal | — |
| Supported Independent Living (SIL) | Standard SIL support | $70.23/hr | $127.43 (Sun) – $156.03 (Public Holiday)/hr |
| Short Term Accommodation (STA/Respite) | 1:1 support, per day | $2,178.57/day | $3,527.69 (Sun) – $4,270.25 (Public Holiday)/day |
| Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) | Transitional accommodation | $155.68/day | — |
| Individualised Living Options (ILO) | Exploration and Design | $100.14/hr | — |
Figures are National price limits from the NDIS Price Guide (2025–26) and may be higher in regional and remote areas. Prices are reviewed annually.
Making the Most of Your Plan
A few habits go a long way in getting real value from this funding:
- Share your goals with your support worker, not just your task list
- Flag early if a support isn’t working; plans can be adjusted
- Keep evidence current ahead of every plan review
- Ask your Support Coordinator or Plan Manager before assuming something is or isn’t covered
Used well, this part of your plan isn’t just about ticking off chores. It’s about safety, dignity, and having the breathing room to focus on what actually matters to you.
Tailored Disability Support Across Western Australia
Understanding what this funding covers is only half the job. The other half is finding a provider who genuinely listens, matches you with the right support worker, and treats your independence as the goal.
That’s where Cam Can comes in. As a registered NDIS provider supporting people across Albany, Bunbury, Busselton, Esperance, Kalgoorlie, Margaret River, and Perth, Cam Can helps NDIS members turn their Daily Activities Support into consistent, person-centred care that fits their routine and their goals.
If you or someone you love is trying to make sense of what’s covered, or simply needs a support team that shows up and follows through, reach out to Cam Can’s team.
