Show 38 - Lean on Me with Vicki Mitchell

In this episode of Books Beyond Barriers, host Krissy Wright is joined by Vicki Mitchell, Service Coordinator at CCS Disability Action Otago, to break down carer support funding and how to fill out the claim form step by step. If you care for a disabled family member in New Zealand, this episode explains how the Needs Assessment and Service Coordination Service (NASC) allocates carer support days, the difference between a full time carer and a support carer, and how Te Whatu Ora processes payments. Vicki walks through real world scenarios, from paying a support carer directly to reimbursing a full time carer, plus what documents you need and how long payments take. Whether you are new to carer support or just need a refresher, this practical conversation will help you understand your entitlements and get your break sorted. Part of the CCS Disability Action Library ongoing series on accessibility and disability support in Aotearoa New Zealand. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz