The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides support for people living with a disability depending on their needs. Learn more about the scheme with some advice for accessing the services provided.
What is the NDIS?
The NDIS provides supports and services to help people with a permanent disability reduce the impact it has on their daily life. It helps people:1-5
Live more independently
Find and maintain employment
Be involved in their community
Get financial assistance
Find services in their local area
What does the NDIS fund?1
Support for daily personal activities (e.g. feeding)
Transport to enable participation in activities
Workplace support to help people maintain or find employment
Therapeutic supports including behaviour support
Help with household tasks to allow the participant to maintain their home environment
Skilled personnel to provide aids or equipment assessment, set up and training
Call 1800 800 110 to make an Access Request or complete and submit the Access Request form via email
Provide as much detail about your disability as possible and as many supporting documents as required
If successful, start preparing your NDIS planning meeting. The plan outlines your goals and the supports you will receive from the NDIS, the community and other government supports to help you achieve those goals
Research what you may be eligible for
Don’t be afraid to ask for something within reason
Clearly explain your ideal support, how you would use the assistance and the difference it would make to your life
If unsuccessful, you may be able to have the decision reviewed. Learn more here.