The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government initiative that provides funding to individuals with permanent and significant disabilities to access supports and services to improve their daily life and achieve personal goals.

The NDIS funds reasonable and necessary supports that relate to your disability. This may include:

• Daily personal care
• Allied health therapies (e.g., physio, OT, speech)
• Community participation - Employment support
• Transport and mobility aids
• Assistive technology
• Home modifications

You can apply by:

• Calling the NDIS directly at 1800 800 110
• Filling out an Access Request Form
• Providing medical or specialist reports that confirm your disability

An NDIS plan is a document that outlines your goals, needs, and funded supports. It’s created in collaboration with an NDIA planner or LAC and is reviewed yearly or as needed.

Yes, you have the right to choose your own NDIS service providers. This gives you control and flexibility over who delivers your supports and how they’re delivered.

There are three ways your NDIS plan can be managed:

• NDIA-managed – The NDIA pays providers on your behalf
• Plan-managed – A registered Plan Manager handles your invoices and budgets
• Self-managed – You control and pay your supports directly

Core Supports: Everyday activities, consumables, and assistance with daily living

Capital Supports: Assistive technology, equipment, and home modifications

Capacity Building: Therapy, skill development, and support coordination

Yes. You can request a plan review if:

• Your circumstances change
• Your current plan no longer meets your needs
• You’re not satisfied with the funding or supports

No. The NDIS does not cover:

• Everyday costs like rent, groceries, or bills
• Supports provided by family (except in exceptional circumstances)
• Services that are the responsibility of other systems (e.g., education or health)