DayNest - Digital Routine & Home Schedule Hub | NDIS Assistive Technology

Justification <p> <span><strong>Purpose of the Item</strong></span> </p> <p> <span>The DayNest Digital Routine Hub is a visual scheduling and daily living support tool designed to help participants organise appointments, routines, and everyday tasks. It provides a clear, predictable structure that supports independence, confidence, and engagement in daily activities.</span> </p> <p> <span><strong>How This Item Aligns With the Participant’s Goals</strong></span> </p> <p> <span>This device is intended to support goals related to:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p> <span>Building daily living skills</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Improving organisation and routine</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Increasing independence</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Reducing overwhelm through visual predictability</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Maintaining engagement with therapy, appointments, and activities</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Improving communication between the participant and support network</span> </p> </li> </ul> <p> <span><strong>Functional Justification</strong></span> </p> <p> <span>The DayNest device offers:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p> <span>A large, accessible visual display for daily routines</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Clear reminders for appointments and activities</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Shared access for carers, family and support workers</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Tools that support executive functioning</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Visual prompts that reduce anxiety and confusion</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Improved coordination across multiple support workers or family members</span> </p> </li> </ul> <p> <span>These features directly support increased independence and consistency in daily living tasks.</span> </p> <p> <span><strong>Why This Item Is Reasonable & Necessary</strong></span> </p> <p> <span>This item meets the NDIS reasonable and necessary criteria because:</span> </p> <ul> <li> <p> <span>It is directly related to the participant’s functional needs</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It supports skill development and increased independence</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It is low cost compared to alternative devices</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It improves communication across support teams</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It reduces the likelihood of missed appointments or routines</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It enhances daily participation and capacity building</span> </p> </li> </ul> <p> <span><strong>Support Categories Where This May Be Claimed</strong></span> </p> <ul> <li> <p> <span><strong>Core Supports – Low-Cost AT (Daily Living)</strong></span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span><strong>Capacity Building – Daily Living</strong> <i>(subject to plan approvals)</i></span> </p> </li> </ul> <hr> <p> <span><strong>The participant experiences challenges with:</strong></span> </p> <ul> <li> <p> <span>Managing routines</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Remembering appointments</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Transitioning between tasks</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Executive functioning</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Maintaining predictable daily structure</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>Coordinating multiple support workers/family environments</span> </p> </li> </ul> <p> <span>The DayNest device provides a clear visual schedule that is easy for the participant to follow, reducing overwhelm and supporting independence. It also enables carers, family, and support workers to share updated information consistently.</span> </p> <p> <span><strong>This item is reasonable and necessary because:</strong></span> </p> <ul> <li> <p> <span>It directly supports the participant’s NDIS goals</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It is low-cost AT appropriate for daily living needs</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It reduces missed appointments and confusion</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It supports independence and confidence</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It enhances communication across the support team</span> </p> </li> <li> <p> <span>It is safe, easy to use, and improves daily structure</span> </p> </li> </ul>

NDIS Product Code 05_222103031_0103_1_2

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