Pre-Planning

1. Initial Contact: Receive referral or inquiry from participant, family member, or healthcare professional.
2. Intake and Assessment: Conduct initial assessment to identify participant's needs, goals, and preferences.

Planning Meeting

1. Schedule Meeting: Arrange a meeting with the participant, their family/carers, and relevant healthcare professionals.
2. Gather Information: Collect relevant information about the participant's needs, goals, and preferences.
3. Discuss Support Options: Explore support options and services that can help achieve the participant's goals.

Developing the Plan

1. Identify Goals and Objectives: Collaborate with the participant to identify their short-term and long-term goals.
2. Determine Support Needs: Assess the participant's support needs, including funding requirements.
3. Develop Support Plan: Create a comprehensive support plan outlining the participant's goals, objectives, and support needs.
4. Include Risk Management Strategies: Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Finalizing the Plan

1. Review and Revise: Review the plan with the participant and make any necessary revisions.
2. Obtain Approval: Obtain approval from the participant and relevant authorities (e.g., NDIA).
3. Implement the Plan: Implement the plan, ensuring that all support services are delivered as outlined.

Ongoing Review and Evaluation

1. Regular Review: Regularly review the plan with the participant to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
2. Evaluate Progress: Evaluate progress toward achieving the participant's goals.
3. Make Adjustments: Make adjustments to the plan as needed to ensure the participant's ongoing needs are met.