How do I apply for the NDIS?
Applying for the NDIS
To apply for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you will need to contact the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). The NDIA is the agency responsible for managing the NDIS and will be able to provide you with information on how to apply for the Scheme. To contact the NDIA, you can visit their website at www.ndis.gov.au and use the "Contact Us" form to send them a message. You can also call the NDIS Contact Centre on 1800 800 110.
Check if you are eligible for the NDIS. To be eligible for the NDIS, you must have a permanent and significant disability that affects your ability to take part in everyday activities. You must also be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent visa.
Gather the required documentation and information. To apply for the NDIS, you will need to provide proof of your identity, evidence of your disability, and information about your current support needs and goals.
Complete the NDIS Access Request Form. This form can be downloaded from the NDIA website or obtained from the NDIS Contact Centre. https://www.ndis.gov.au/how-apply-ndis/what-access-request-form#access-request-form
Submit your completed NDIS Access Request Form and supporting documentation to the NDIA. You can do this online, by mail, or in person at a local NDIS office.
Wait for a response from the NDIA. The NDIA will review your application and decide whether you are eligible for the NDIS.
Attend an access interview with the NDIA, if required. In some cases, the NDIA may need to conduct an interview with you to assess your eligibility for the NDIS.
If your application is successful, you will receive a letter from the NDIA confirming your eligibility for the NDIS. This letter will include information on the next steps in the process, including how to develop your NDIS plan.
Develop your NDIS plan. Your NDIS plan will outline the support and services you need to achieve your goals and aspirations. You can develop your NDIS plan with the help of an NDIS planner or support coordinator.
Implement your NDIS plan and start accessing the support and services you need. Once your NDIS plan is approved, you can start using it to access the support and services you need to live an independent and fulfilling life.
Developing your NDIS plan
Once you have been determined eligible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you will need to develop an NDIS plan that outlines the support and services you need to achieve your goals and aspirations. The process for developing an NDIS plan will vary depending on your individual circumstances, but generally, it will involve the following steps:
Meet with an NDIS planner or support coordinator. The NDIS planner or support coordinator will work with you to understand your goals, aspirations, and support needs, and will help you develop your NDIS plan.
Identify your support needs. Your NDIS planner or support coordinator will help you identify the support and services you need to achieve your goals and aspirations. This may include things like equipment, therapy, or home modifications.
Develop your NDIS plan. Based on your support needs, your NDIS planner or support coordinator will help you develop a plan that outlines the support and services you will receive through the NDIS. Your NDIS plan will include details on the type and amount of support you will receive, as well as the timeframe in which you will receive it.
Review and update your NDIS plan. Your NDIS plan will be reviewed and updated on a regular basis to ensure it continues to meet your needs and support you in achieving your goals. Your NDIS planner or support coordinator will work with you to review and update your NDIS plan as needed.
It is important to remember that the NDIS is a person-centered approach, and your NDIS plan should be tailored to your individual needs and goals. Your NDIS planner or support coordinator will work with you to ensure your NDIS plan is developed in a way that is right for you.
