National Disability Insurance Scheme
Not sure what the NDIS is all about? We can help. Here’s a quick overview of the scheme and what it means for you.
What is the NDIS?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme is called the NDIS. It’s a new way for people with a disability under the age of 65 to get the care and supports they need.The NDIS is for people with a permanent and significant disability which impacts on their ability to take part in everyday activities.
If you are eligible, you will work out what reasonable and necessary supports you need to live your life and achieve your goals. You’ll then receive funding to pay for these supports. Find more information on the NDIS website.
If you are eligible, you will work out what reasonable and necessary supports you need to live your life and achieve your goals. You’ll then receive funding to pay for these supports. Find more information on the NDIS website.
Why was the NDIS introduced?
Before the NDIS was introduced, disability services in Australia had been a lottery.The funding you received depended on how, when and where you acquired your disability, as well as where you lived. Some people got enough funding, some people got none! Really, it was all just a bit unfair!
So, after they held an inquiry, the Federal Government agreed that people with a disability deserved a fairer system. And, more control! And in July 2013, the NDIS was introduced. The rollout across the country was completed in mid 2020.
So, after they held an inquiry, the Federal Government agreed that people with a disability deserved a fairer system. And, more control! And in July 2013, the NDIS was introduced. The rollout across the country was completed in mid 2020.
What supports can you receive
through the NDIS?
The NDIS provides funding for lots of different things!It could be employment, early intervention, accommodation, doing activities, and more.
You will get to choose when and where you receive these supports and which disability service providers you work with.
Who is eligible for the NDIS?
Eligibility for the NDIS depends on a few different things such as:
- Age: You need to be under 65 years at the time of your application
- Residency: You need to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen who holds a Protected Special Category Visa
- Disability: You must have a permanent disability that significantly affects how you can communicate, move, care for yourself, or manage your life.
- Early Intervention: You might be eligible if early intervention would substantially improve your functioning, or delay or decrease a decline in functioning, for you or your child.
Faq
You can use My Access Checker to check if you are eligible to receive help from NDIS, or you can also check your eligibility by calling the NDIA on 1800 800 110.
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is an independent statutory agency. Their role is to implement the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which will support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. NDIS provides lifelong support to individuals who meet the criteria. Support is based on a plan that includes support requirements, goals and aspirations.
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is the organization that administers the NDIS. They are appointed by the federal government and funded by the Department of Social Services (DSS).
NDIA manages all NDIS money management and can provide information about how the NDIS works, whether you or your caregivers are eligible, and how you can get involved.
NDIA manages all NDIS money management and can provide information about how the NDIS works, whether you or your caregivers are eligible, and how you can get involved.
If you qualify for the NDIS, you receive annual funding to purchase services, aids, and equipment that are assessed as needs from selected service providers/providers of your choice. Like Caring Australia. After this, Your local planner or coordinator will provide you with an access code for myGov, where you can access your NDIS plan through the NDIS Participant Portal. You can also view your budget, service reservations, and other NDIS related information here.
We can provide a range of different support services such as:
Disability And Mental Health Support
Daily personal activities
Transport to enable participation in the community, social, economic and daily life activities
Workplace help to allow a participant to successfully get or keep employment in the open or supported labour market
Therapeutic supports including behaviour support
Help with household tasks to allow the participant to maintain their home environment
Help to a participant by skilled personnel in aids or equipment assessment, set up and training
Accommodation services include
- Respite
- Short Term
- Accommodation
- Medium Term
- Accommodation
- Supported Independent Living (SIL)
- Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
If you have more questions about our services simply call us on our phone 1300 090 978 or request a call back
Caring Australia will assist you throughout your journey with NDIS. We can develop your goals, understand your requirements and create an individual support plan that fits your needs. We have helped a number of people with their needs, and we can help you too. We would be more than happy to have a face-to-face meeting at a location convenient for you or a phone call to understand your requirements and goals.
Don’t worry you’re not alone. If you have signed up for an NDIS yet. Get in touch with NDIS or call NDIS on 1300 090 978.
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