The NDIS defines Complex Home Modifications as the ‘changes to structure, layout or fittings of a participant’s home so they safely access it and move around comfortably in areas they frequently use’.

Home Modifications can range from the supply and installation of grab rails to a complete bathroom renovation to wheelchair accessible standards.

NDIS Home modifications explained >>

Port Macquarie Occupational Therapy regularly completes Complex Home Modification assessments for individuals who require safer and more effective access to various rooms in their homes. The Complex Home Modifications for NDIS participants using our service typically follows this process:

1. Home Visit with NDIS Participant and Occupational Therapist/OTA to determine needs/wants.
2. Referral to builder of choice/NDIS registered builder
3. Completion of ‘existing’ and ‘proposed’ drawings
4. Home Visit Consultation with OT/OTA, NDIS participant and builder to confirm plans
5. Completion of NDIS Complex Home Modifications (CHM) paperwork
6. Submission of CHM paperwork with quotation to the NDIS for approval

The Complex Home Modification process with Port Macquarie Occupational Therapy is thorough and efficient to ensure that NDIS participants are able to convey their specific needs/wants and that the proposed modifications are suited to both their current and future needs.

Although this process has many steps involved, the team at Port Macquarie Occupational Therapy has built strong relationships with NDIS registered builders to ensure the process is extremely efficient, reliable and of a high standard.

It would be strongly recommended that if you require this service to please contact us 3-4 months prior to the end of your current NDIS plan.

This allows for the completion of the Occupational Therapy Complex Home Modifications Assessment and Report and its submission to the NDIS for their consideration prior to building and issuing your new NDIS plan.

If you have any questions or would like to book an Occupational Therapy Complex Home Modifications Assessment, please contact us.