National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
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Whether your NDIS funds are:
Whether your NDIS funds are:
- NDIA-managed
- Plan-managed, or
- Self-managed
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There are around 4.3 million Australians who have a disability. Within the next five years, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will provide $22 billion in funding a year to an estimated 500,000 Australians aged under 65, who have permanent and significant disability. For many people, it will be the first time they receive the disability support they need.
The NDIS can provide all people with disability with information and connections to services in their communities such as doctors, sporting clubs, support groups, libraries and schools, as well as information about what support is provided by each state and territory government.
NDIS - What does it mean?
NDIS key words
Am I eligible?
Answer some simple questions using the 'Eligibility checklist' here or below 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 NDIA.
Question 1
Are you aged between 7 and 65?
Yes. Go to the next question.
No. I have a child aged under 7. Find out more about Help for children under 7.
No. I'm over 65. You must be under 65 to access the NDIS. You may be able to access other supports. Find out about NDIS and Aged Care.
Question 2
Do you live in Australia and have Australian residency?
Yes. I live in Australia and I am an Australian citizen or have a Permanent or Special Category Visa. Go to the next question.
No. You may be able to access other supports. The NDIS is only available to:
Question 3
Do you usually need support from a person because of a permanent and significant disability?
Yes. You may be eligible. Find out how to apply.
No. Go to the next question.
Question 4
Do you use special equipment because of a permanent and significant disability?
Yes. You may be eligible. Find out how to apply.
No. Go to the next question.
Question 5
Do you need some supports now to reduce your future needs?
Yes. You may be eligible. Find out how to apply.
No. The NDIS may not be the best way to support you. You may be able to access other supports.
How do I apply?
If you meet the criteria and you would like to become a participant, call The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) on 1800 800 110 and ask to make an Access Request.
If you are already receiving disability support services, the NDIA will contact you when it becomes available in your area.
Please remember, if you do not receive any disability supports, make sure the NDIS is available in your area before you call to make an Access Request.
Making an Access Request
You can call 1800 800 110 to make an Access Request or you can ask for a form. If you need help filling in the form or making the call, you can contact your Local Area Coordinator, Early Childhood Early Intervention partner or your contact your local NDIA office.
Visit the contact us page to find an office near you.
The NDIS can provide all people with disability with information and connections to services in their communities such as doctors, sporting clubs, support groups, libraries and schools, as well as information about what support is provided by each state and territory government.
NDIS - What does it mean?
- National: The NDIS is being introduced progressively across all states and territories.
- Disability: The NDIS provides support to eligible people with intellectual, physical, sensory, cognitive and psychosocial disability. Early intervention supports can also be provided for eligible people with disability or children with developmental delay.
- Insurance: The NDIS gives all Australians peace of mind if they, their child or loved one is born with or acquires a permanent and significant disability, they will get the support they need.
- Scheme: The NDIS is not a welfare system. The NDIS is designed to help people get the support they need so their skills and independence improve over time.
NDIS key words
- Permanent and significant disability: A permanent disability means your disability is likely to be lifelong. A significant disability has a substantial impact on your ability to complete everyday activities.
- Supports and services: Assistance or products that help a person in their daily life and help them participate in the community and reach their goals.
- Early intervention: Providing support to a person, either a child or an adult, as early as possible to reduce the impacts of disability or developmental delay and to build their skills and independence.
Am I eligible?
Answer some simple questions using the 'Eligibility checklist' here or below 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 NDIA.
Question 1
Are you aged between 7 and 65?
Yes. Go to the next question.
No. I have a child aged under 7. Find out more about Help for children under 7.
No. I'm over 65. You must be under 65 to access the NDIS. You may be able to access other supports. Find out about NDIS and Aged Care.
Question 2
Do you live in Australia and have Australian residency?
Yes. I live in Australia and I am an Australian citizen or have a Permanent or Special Category Visa. Go to the next question.
No. You may be able to access other supports. The NDIS is only available to:
- People who live in Australia
- Australian citizens
- Permanent Visa holders
- Protected Special Category Visa holders.
Question 3
Do you usually need support from a person because of a permanent and significant disability?
Yes. You may be eligible. Find out how to apply.
No. Go to the next question.
Question 4
Do you use special equipment because of a permanent and significant disability?
Yes. You may be eligible. Find out how to apply.
No. Go to the next question.
Question 5
Do you need some supports now to reduce your future needs?
Yes. You may be eligible. Find out how to apply.
No. The NDIS may not be the best way to support you. You may be able to access other supports.
How do I apply?
If you meet the criteria and you would like to become a participant, call The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) on 1800 800 110 and ask to make an Access Request.
If you are already receiving disability support services, the NDIA will contact you when it becomes available in your area.
Please remember, if you do not receive any disability supports, make sure the NDIS is available in your area before you call to make an Access Request.
Making an Access Request
You can call 1800 800 110 to make an Access Request or you can ask for a form. If you need help filling in the form or making the call, you can contact your Local Area Coordinator, Early Childhood Early Intervention partner or your contact your local NDIA office.
Visit the contact us page to find an office near you.
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