The NDIS is Australia’s first national Scheme for people with disability. It provides funding directly to individuals.
The NDIS provides funding to eligible people with disability to gain more time with family and friends, greater independence, access to new skills, jobs and an improved quality of life.
Answer some simple questions to see if you may be able to apply for the NDIS. These questions are just a guide, the final decision about eligibility is up to the NDIS.
- Contact your local NDIS Office or local NDIS partner and ask them to support you to apply to the NDIS if eligible.
- Phone the NDIS on 1800 800 110 to be supported to apply to the NDIS.
If you are eligible for the NDIS and have received an ‘access decision’ letter, the next step is creating your NDIS plan.
Once you have your plan, there are people who will help you start it. Find out the different types of budgets, and how to use the my-place portal.
Your plan reassessment is the opportunity to check your supports are working for you and they are helping you pursue your goals.