Personalised NDIS support for people with cerebral palsy across Sydney. We understand mobility, communication, and daily living needs. Our trained support workers help you live independently, access your community, and achieve your goals with dignity and respect.
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood, affecting muscle tone, posture, and movement. It is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture. CP is a lifelong condition — it does not worsen over time, but the effects on the body can change as a person grows and ages. Every person with CP is unique, with different levels of mobility, communication ability, and support needs.
The NDIS recognises cerebral palsy as a permanent condition and provides funding for a comprehensive range of supports. These include support workers for daily personal care, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, assistive technology, home modifications, vehicle modifications, and community participation. For children, early intervention supports can make a significant difference in developing skills and independence. For adults, supports focus on maintaining function, managing changes, and maximising quality of life.
At Livara Care, we understand that supporting someone with cerebral palsy requires knowledge, patience, and respect. Our support workers are trained in safe transfer techniques, postural care, communication strategies, and mobility assistance. We work collaboratively with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and families to provide consistent, holistic support that aligns with therapy goals. Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child, a young adult building independence, or an adult managing changing needs, we are here to help.
Sources: Information on this page aligns with the NDIS glossary on cerebral palsy, the AIHW cerebral palsy report, and the Australian Cerebral Palsy Alliance clinical guidelines.
Mobility-aware, therapy-aligned support that builds independence and quality of life.
Our workers are trained in safe transfer techniques, hoist operation, and postural care. We assist with wheelchair positioning, standing transfers, and mobility aids — always prioritising safety and comfort.
We support with showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation. Our workers understand the extra time and care needed for participants with CP, and always respect dignity and privacy.
Whether a participant uses speech, AAC devices, or gesture, our workers adapt their communication approach. We work with speech pathologists to reinforce communication goals in everyday interactions.
We support participants to attend school, work, social activities, and community events. Our workers ensure transport is accessible, venues are suitable, and the participant can fully participate.
We liaise with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists to ensure therapy exercises and positioning recommendations are followed consistently between appointments.
For participants who require assistance with eating or enteral feeding, our workers provide safe, dignified support. We follow dietitian and speech pathology guidelines for safe swallowing and nutrition.
Safe, respectful, and therapy-aligned support for every stage of life with CP.
We begin with a thorough assessment of mobility, communication, daily living needs, therapy goals, and family preferences. We review physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech pathology reports to ensure our support aligns with clinical recommendations.
We develop a detailed care plan with input from the participant, family, therapists, and support coordinator. The plan covers transfers, positioning, communication methods, mealtime support, and community goals.
We match participants with support workers who have experience in cerebral palsy support, manual handling, and postural care. Meet-and-greet sessions allow the participant and family to feel confident before support begins.
Support is delivered following the care plan precisely. Workers use approved transfer techniques, maintain postural schedules, and communicate consistently. We provide clear documentation and handovers between shifts.
As needs change — especially during growth spurts, transitions, or changing health — we review and adjust the care plan. We maintain close communication with therapists and families to ensure support remains appropriate and effective.
We understand the real challenges faced by people with cerebral palsy and their families — and we have practical solutions.
Solution: All Livara Care workers receive manual handling and postural care training. We match participants with workers who have CP experience and provide detailed care plans covering transfers, positioning, and mobility needs.
Solution: We follow physiotherapy and occupational therapy recommendations for positioning, seating, and pressure relief. Workers are trained to recognise signs of discomfort and adjust positioning promptly.
Solution: We provide communication profiles for every participant and train workers in the participant's preferred communication method. We work with speech pathologists to ensure consistency across all support interactions.
Solution: We assign consistent workers wherever possible and provide detailed handovers between shifts. Care plans are documented and accessible to all staff, ensuring therapy goals are reinforced every day.
Solution: Workers follow speech pathology mealtime guidelines, use appropriate feeding techniques, and know emergency procedures. We coordinate with dietitians to ensure nutritional needs are met safely.
Solution: We support participants to access community activities by planning accessible transport, suitable venues, and necessary equipment. Our workers advocate for inclusion and ensure participants can fully engage.
Anonymised case studies showing the impact of personalised cerebral palsy support.
Participant: 16-year-old male, Baulkham Hills
Condition: Spastic diplegia cerebral palsy
Goals: Independent showering and dressing, prepare simple meals, improve standing transfers
Jordan* used a walker for short distances and a wheelchair for longer trips. He wanted to build independence before finishing school. His family was concerned about safety during transfers and personal care.
We matched Jordan with a support worker experienced in CP and adolescent independence. Working with his occupational therapist, they developed a routine using assistive equipment for showering and dressing. Jordan practiced standing transfers with the worker supporting his technique. Over six months, Jordan was showering and dressing independently, preparing his own breakfast, and had improved his standing transfer confidence. He now participates in a school work experience program with minimal support.
*Name changed for privacy
Participant: 28-year-old female, Parramatta
Condition: Severe spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy, non-verbal
Goals: Maintain comfort and skin integrity, access community activities, improve communication consistency
Sarah* used a powered wheelchair and required full support for all personal care. She communicated using eye gaze and a communication device. Her previous support arrangement had been inconsistent, leading to pressure areas and frustration.
We established a consistent team of two trained workers who understood Sarah\'s positioning schedule, communication system, and personal preferences. A detailed care plan was developed with her physiotherapist and occupational therapist. Sarah\'s positioning routine was followed precisely, her skin integrity improved, and she began attending a local art class weekly using accessible transport. Her family reported significantly reduced stress and improved quality of life for everyone.
*Name changed for privacy
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