Free Workshop

Once a month, we host a FREE online workshop for parents, carers and participants. These provide education on navigating the NDIS. It covers popular questions such as:

  • I don't understand my Funding Categories and how to use them
  • What is the difference between Plan, Self and Agency Managed?
  • What to do if I have a review coming up?
  • My funding was suddenly reduced, what do I do?
  • What are my rights as a participant?
  • I've been approved but I don't know where to start

 

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What is NDIS?

The NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) is a government-funded program in Australia that provides support to people with a permanent and significant disability. It helps individuals get the services and care they need to live more independently and achieve their goals. This can include help at home, support in the community, therapies, and equipment.

 

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how Do i apply for NDIS?

Simple Step By Step Guide on Applying for NDIS

  1. Check Eligibility

    Make sure you meet the age, residency, and disability requirements. You must be under 65, an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and have a permanent and significant disability. See more 
     

  2. Get Supporting Information

    Collect medical or specialist reports that explain your disability and how it affects your daily life.
     

  3. Submit an Access Request

    Fill out the Access Request Form, it is available for download here under the heading "Applying to the NDIS". You can fill this form out and send it with your supporting information in the following formats:
    - Email to enquiries@ndis.gov.au
    - Mailed to PO Box 700, Canberra, ACT 2601
    You can also ring the NDIA on 1800 800 110 and ask for an NDIS Access Request Form to be emailed or mailed out to you. You can also visit an NDIS Office in person and ask for an Access Request Form. You can find your local office here.
    Your Local Area Coordinator (LAC) can help you complete and submit the Access Request Form.
     

  4. Access Decision

    The NDIA will review your Access Request and decide on whether you are eligible. If you are, you will be contacted, and a Planning Meeting will be arranged.


 

  1. Planning Meeting

    Once your Access Request has been approved, you'll receive a time and date to meet with an NDIS Planner or Local Area Coordinator (LAC) to discuss and build your personalised NDIS plan based on your needs and goals. This meeting will help shape your plan. 
    There are three types of support budgets within an NDIS plan, they are:
     

    Core Supports Budget
    Core Supports help you with everyday tasks, things related to your disability, and reaching your goals. This part of your NDIS funding is the most flexible. In most cases, you can use it across four different support areas. However, sometimes there are limits, like with transport funding, which may only be used in specific ways.
     

    Capacity Building Supports Budget
    Capacity Building Supports help you become more independent and develop new skills so you can work towards your goals. This part of your budget is not flexible. You can only use the funding for the specific supports listed in this category.
     

    Capital Supports Budget
    Capital Supports are for bigger, one-off items like equipment, assistive technology, or changes to your home or car. This funding is only for those specific items or services and can’t be used for anything else. There are two types of Capital Supports: Assistive Technology and Home Modifications.

     

  2. Start Using Your Plan

    Once your plan is approved, you can choose your service providers and begin receiving supports. Call us today so we can help you get started!
     

  3. Review
    Your NDIS plan is reviewed every year, or earlier if your situation changes. This helps make sure your funding still suits your needs. During the review, you can talk about any new goals or supports you may need, and update your plan if needed. You will need to provide assessments and/or reports to support the need for changes in your plan. When recieving your NDIS plan, there will be a start date, and an end date.