NDIS Explained
Empowering Individuals with Disabilities
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) represents a significant shift in providing support for Australians with disabilities. It’s a federally governed scheme designed to offer lifelong support and resources tailored to the individual needs of those living with a disability. The NDIS aims to empower participants by giving them greater choice and control over the support they receive. It focuses on providing necessary aids and services that enhance independence, community involvement, and overall well-being. This person-centric approach ensures that each participant’s unique goals and aspirations are at the heart of their NDIS plan.
Tailored Support for Every Need
Core Supports
Core Supports assist NDIS participants with everyday activities, social interactions, and basic daily needs. This funding covers various services like personal care, consumables, and assistance with daily life, ensuring participants can lead an independent lifestyle.
Capital Supports
Capital Supports focus on investments such as assistive technologies, equipment, and home or vehicle modifications. These supports are geared towards improving personal mobility and access, allowing participants to live more independently and safely in their homes and communities.
Capacity Building Supports
Capacity Building Support enhances the participant's abilities, skills, and independence. This includes funding for educational programs, employment services, therapy sessions, and skill-building workshops. These supports enable participants to achieve their long-term goals and aspirations.
NDIS Eligibility: Are You Eligible for Support?
Determining your eligibility for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a crucial first step in accessing the support and services you need. The NDIS is designed to provide targeted support and better outcomes for Australians living with a significant and permanent disability. Below are the key criteria that must be met to qualify for NDIS support:
The applicant must be aged under 65 at the time of applying for the NDIS. This ensures that the scheme focuses on providing long-term support to disabled people.
Eligibility is open to Australian citizens, permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens with a Protected Special Category Visa. This criterion ensures that the scheme supports those in the Australian community.
The applicant must live where the NDIS is available. As the NDIS is being rolled out progressively across Australia, it’s important to check if it has been implemented in your area.
The NDIS is designed to assist individuals with a permanent and significant disability. This means the disability must substantially impact the person’s ability to perform everyday activities without assistance.
For individuals seeking early intervention, the NDIS can provide support if it’s believed that this assistance will reduce the need for future support.
