Reflect, Celebrate, and Realign: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Review Your NDIS Goals
The end of the year (or any milestone in your NDIS plan) is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and review your progress. Whether you're halfway through your plan, nearing a review, or just want to check in with yourself, taking time to assess your NDIS goals can ensure you're on track and getting the most out of your funding.
In this blog, we’ll guide you through:
- Celebrating your achievements.
- Identifying areas where you may need extra support.
- Planning your next steps to stay aligned with your goals.
1. Celebrate Your Wins
Before diving into what still needs to be done, take a moment to celebrate how far you’ve come!
- Have you achieved a goal you set at the start of your plan?
- Have you made progress, big or small, in building skills, independence, or confidence?
- Did you try something new, even if it felt challenging at first?
Why it’s important: Celebrating achievements helps build motivation, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment. Every step counts—acknowledge it!
2. Reflect on Your Current Goals
Ask yourself:
- Are my current goals still relevant to me?
- Have my needs or priorities changed since I set these goals?
- Am I seeing real progress in areas that matter most to me?
Sometimes, goals can evolve over time—and that’s okay! This reflection helps ensure your plan continues to align with your personal priorities.
Quick Tip: If you notice any goals that no longer serve you, make a note to discuss this in your next plan review.
3. Identify Areas Where You Need Extra Support
If there are goals where progress has stalled, don’t be discouraged. Instead, ask:
- Do I have the right support in place?
- Do I need to adjust how I’m working towards this goal?
- Is there a service provider or support coordinator who could offer better guidance?
Sometimes, achieving a goal requires tweaking your approach, seeking a new provider, or even asking for a bit more support from your team.
Quick Tip: Don’t be afraid to advocate for yourself. Your goals are important, and it’s okay to ask for help.
4. Plan for the Next Steps
After celebrating wins and identifying areas for improvement, it’s time to plan!
- What steps can you take next to keep progressing?
- Do you need to prepare for an upcoming plan review?
- Are there new goals you’d like to add?
Why it’s important: Clear next steps ensure your goals don’t just sit on paper—they become actionable plans.
Quick Tip: Chat with your Support Coordinator—they can help align your services and funding with your updated goals.
5. Stay Flexible and Positive
Goals aren’t set in stone, and it’s normal for things to shift. Whether you’ve achieved more than expected, or progress has been slower than you hoped, what matters most is that you keep moving forward.
Remember: Progress isn’t always linear, but every step counts.
Final Thoughts:
Taking time to reflect, celebrate, and realign your goals isn’t just helpful—it’s empowering. By regularly checking in, you ensure your NDIS plan is working for you and not the other way around.
Need Support Reviewing Your Goals?
At YP Coordination, we’re here to help you make the most of your plan. Whether it’s celebrating wins, supporting you to provide feedback and more tailored support from your service providers or finding new providers, or preparing for a plan review, we’ve got your back.
Get in touch with us today and let’s keep your goals on track!
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