The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an Australian government initiative designed to provide support to individuals with permanent and significant disabilities. The scheme aims to help people with disabilities live more independently and participate more fully in the community

the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), which administers the NDIS. Here are the main eligibility requirements:

1. Age: You must be under 65 years of age when you apply for the NDIS.

2. Residency:
   • You must be an Australian citizen, or
   • You must hold a Permanent Visa, or
   • You must hold a Protected Special Category Visa.

3. Disability Requirements:
   • You must have a permanent and significant disability that affects your ability to take part in everyday activities.
   • This includes intellectual, cognitive, neurological, sensory, or physical impairments, or a psychiatric condition.
   • The disability must substantially reduce your ability to perform tasks, participate in activities, and engage in social or economic participation without support.

4. Early Intervention Requirements:
   • You might be eligible if you need early intervention to reduce the impact of your disability or developmental delay.

Early intervention can help improve your functional capacity or delay the progression of your disability

1. Check the NDIS Access Checklist:
   • The NDIS website provides an access checklist that can help you determine if you meet the basic eligibility criteria.
2. Gather Supporting Evidence:
   • Collect relevant medical or professional reports that describe your disability and its impact on your daily life.
3. Submit an Access Request Form:
   • If you believe you meet the criteria, you can submit an Access Request Form to the NDIA. This form is available on the NDIS website or through the NDIS contact center.
4. Assessment by the NDIA:
   • Once you submit your application, the NDIA will review the information and may contact you for further details or arrange an assessment.

Additional Considerations

• NDIS Planning Meeting: If deemed eligible, you will be invited to a planning meeting to discuss your needs and goals, which will form the basis of your individualized NDIS plan.
• Support Coordination: If approved, support coordination may be included in your plan to help you navigate and utilize your NDIS funding effectively.

If you are unsure about any part of the process or need assistance, organizations like Straya Community Services can help guide you through the application process and provide support in gathering the necessary documentation and evidence.

Support Coordination is a service provided under the NDIS to help participants understand and implement their NDIS plans. It focuses on building the participant’s ability to manage their own supports, navigate the NDIS system, and connect with a range of community, government, and mainstream services

Psychosocial recovery coaching is a specialized service within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) designed to support individuals with psychosocial disabilities, which are disabilities arising from mental health conditions. This service aims to assist participants in managing the complexities associated with their mental health challenges and to help them achieve their personal recovery goals.

CORE supports under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) refer to a category of funding that covers essential, everyday activities and supports to help participants with their immediate and ongoing needs. These supports are designed to assist participants in achieving their goals, increasing their independence, and improving their quality of life. CORE supports are flexible and can be used across various aspects of daily living.