My Plan Review Doubled My Core Budget — Here's What Changed

At my first plan review I walked in nervous and walked out with double the core funding. The difference wasn't luck — it was preparation. Instead of just listing what I wanted, I brought a goals journal showing exactly how each support tied to my plan goals. I included photos of me struggling with daily tasks, a summary of progress from my support workers, and a clear table mapping each requested support to a goal and a price. The planner told me it was the most organised review she'd seen that week. Being prepared turned a stressful meeting into a productive conversation.