FAQs About Help With Your NDIS Plan

Eligibility is based on your age, residency, and level of disability. If you’re under 65, an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and have a permanent disability that affects your daily life, you may qualify. 

Submitting an Access Request Form and providing supporting documents is the first step. You can ask your support coordinator to help you with this.

The NDIS funds three main types of supports:

• Core Supports: Daily tasks and activities like personal care, transport, or meal preparation.
• Capacity Building Supports: Services that build your skills and independence, such as therapy or employment support.
• Capital Supports: Larger investments like home modifications or mobility equipment.

Every participant’s plan is adapted to their goals. Support coordinators can help you make sense of this.

After you’re approved, you’ll have a planning meeting with an NDIS planner or Local Area Coordinator. 

During this meeting, you’ll discuss your daily needs, goals, and current supports. 

Based on this information, the NDIS will develop a plan that outlines your funding and the services you can access.

Once your plan is approved, you can start using your funding. 

Set a meeting with your support coordinator where you can manage your funding, track spending, and find registered providers. 

Your support coordinator can also help you connect with services and answer any questions.

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The NDIS website has a provider finder tool that helps you search by location and service type. 

You can also ask your Local Area Coordinator or support coordinator for recommendations. 

Look for providers with good reviews and experience in delivering services that match your needs.

A support coordinator is someone who helps you navigate your NDIS plan. 

They connect you with providers, assist with managing your budget, and make sure your supports are working well. 

If you’re unsure about your plan or need help finding services, a support coordinator can make the process much simpler.

Yes. If your situation changes, you can request a plan review. 

This might happen if you experience a health change, acquire new equipment, or have new goals. 

Plan reviews make sure your funding and supports continue to meet your needs.

Asking your support coordinator about your plan lets you see how much funding you’ve used and what remains. 

Keeping receipts and invoices helps you stay on top of your budget. 

Regularly reviewing your plan and communicating with providers makes sure you’re using your funding effectively.

If you’re not satisfied with a provider, you can talk to them directly. 

If the issue isn’t resolved, you can contact the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. 

They handle complaints and help make sure you receive safe, quality services.

Family and friends can provide emotional support, help with planning meetings, and assist in tracking your progress. 

They can also offer insights into what’s working and what might need improvement. 

Including trusted loved ones in your NDIS journey can make it feel more manageable.

If you’re new to the NDIS, start by contacting the NDIS directly or a Local Area Coordinator. They’ll guide you through the application process and help you understand how the system works. 

From there, you can build a plan, find providers, and start achieving your goals.