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1.1.F.250 Functional abilities (CA (child), CP (child))

Definition

For the purposes of CA (child) and CP (child), functional abilities are described by a set of indicators included in the DCLA (1.1.D.170) to measure the child's functional abilities and care needs.

Act reference: SSAct section 38E Disability Care Load Assessment (Child) Determination

Policy reference: SS Guide 1.1.F.280 Functional domains (CA (child), CP (child)), 3.6.12 Disability Care Load Assessment (Child) (DCLA)

Last reviewed: 15 August 2022

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