Understanding the NDIS

The NDIS, or National Disability Insurance Scheme, is a support system for Australians under 65 with a permanent and significant disability. It provides funding for services and supports to help you achieve your goals and improve your quality of life.

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To apply for the NDIS, you need to complete an access request form. You can get this form by contacting the NDIS directly, visiting their website, or asking your GP or support worker to help you. Once you’ve completed the form, submit it along with any required documentation.
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Eligibility for the NDIS depends on a few factors, including age, residency, and the nature of your disability. You must be under 65, an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and have a permanent and significant disability that affects your ability to take part in everyday activities.
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The NDIS can provide a wide range of supports, including assistance with daily living, transport, therapeutic supports, workplace help, and home modifications. The specific supports you receive will be based on your individual needs and goals.

NDIS funding is determined based on your individual needs and goals. During your planning meeting, you’ll discuss what supports you need to achieve your goals. The NDIS then decides on the reasonable and necessary supports to include in your plan.
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You can manage your NDIS funding in several ways: self-managed, plan-managed, or NDIA-managed. Self-managed means you handle the funds yourself, plan-managed involves a registered plan manager assisting you, and NDIA-managed means the NDIS manages the funds for you.

A planning meeting is a discussion between you and an NDIS planner or local area coordinator to talk about your goals, needs, and the supports you require. This meeting helps create your personalised NDIS plan.

Your NDIS plan is usually reviewed every 12 months, but it can be reviewed sooner if your circumstances change or if you request a review. The review process ensures that your supports continue to meet your needs.

Yes, you can change your NDIS provider at any time if you’re not happy with the services you’re receiving. It’s important to notify your current provider and the NDIS, and to ensure there’s no gap in your supports.

If you need help with your NDIS application, you can contact your local area coordinator, a support coordinator, or a disability advocacy service. These professionals can assist you with understanding the process, completing forms, and gathering necessary documentation.