Functional capacity report
What is Functional Capacity Assessment?
A Functional Capacity Assessment is a structured, evidence–based evaluation that provides a detailed overview of an individual’s everyday skills, support needs, and challenges. It focuses on the six key domains identified by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS): mobility, communication, social interaction, learning, self–care, and self–management. The assessment aims to highlight a person’s strengths, identify areas where additional support is needed, and inform funding decisions and support planning within the NDIS framework.
A Personalised, Strengths Focused Approach
- We take a personalised and strengths-based approach to Functional Capacity Assessments, recognising the unique abilities, challenges, and lived experiences of each person and their family.
- Our process is neurodiversity-affirming and guided by respect, collaboration, and care. Rather than following a one-size-fits-all model, we adapt each assessment to suit the individual, ensuring their voice and their family’s perspective are heard.
- While we meet the NDIS’s formal, deficit-focused criteria, we do so with sensitivity, aiming to secure the supports needed without losing sight of the person’s strengths and potential.
Parent Intake and Information Gathering
An initial parent–only session to gather detailed information about the participant’s strengths, challenges, functional capacity, and goals.
Child Observation and Standardised Assessment
An in–person session to observe the child during everyday tasks, conduct standardised assessments if needed, and discuss further insights with the caregiver.
Report Preparation and Parent Review
A draft FCA report aligned with NDIS criteria will be shared with parents for feedback and accuracy.
Review of Existing Reports
Analysis of previous assessments and medical reports to support and validate current functional capacity.
Collaboration with Stakeholders
Stakeholders
Consultation with educators and health professionals to gain a comprehensive understanding of the participant’s needs across settings.
Final Report Delivery
The finalised report will be provided to the family for NDIS planning and funding applications with evidence–based recommendations to support access to reasonable and necessary funding.
Pricing information
Our FCA reports typically require between 8 to 15 hours or more to complete. The service is billed at a rate of $193.99 per hour. Time required may vary based on factors like number and type of assessments, session complexity and individual needs.