NDIS

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is the independent agency responsible for implementing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). If you’re eligible for the NDIS, the NDIA will work with you and your family to help you identify the supports you need to live your life and achieve your goals.

Yes, if your circumstances change. If something happens that affects the supports you need, just let the NDIS or your support provider know and they’ll work with you to review your plan. Your NDIS plan is also reviewed every 12 months. This allows you to assess the progress you’ve made towards achieving your goals and helps you to set new goals for the year ahead – which could also lead to a change in your support requirements.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an Australia wide scheme that will support people with a permanent and significant disability that affects their ability to take part in everyday activities. The NDIS will give people with disability more choice and control over how, when and where supports are received, and provides certainty that they will receive the support they need over their lifetime.

You do! Your NDIS plan will tell you how much funding you will receive for each support but it’s your decision how funds are managed. You can choose to manage your funds yourself or nominate the NDIS, a registered provider or someone else you trust to do it for you. With the NDIS you’ll always retain control over how, when and where your supports are provided.

No. The NDIS gives you the freedom to manage your own funding, but there are other options available too. You can choose between: Management by a nominee, for example a family member Using a registered Plan Management Provider Nominating the NDIA to carry out this role Self-management Ultimately, it’s your decision how funds are managed and you’ll always retain control over how, when and where your supports are provided.

There are typically eight steps to the process: Check whether you can access the NDIS. Have your first contact with the NDIA (by letter or phone). Talk to us to help your prepare and pre-plan for the NDIS. Meet with the NDIA to develop your NDIS plan. Receive your NDIS plan. Choose your service provider(s) and decide on your support coordination. Put your plan in action. Review your plan (yearly).

The NDIS means more choice for you – so it makes sense to work with a registered provider who understands just how important choice really is. We believe everyone has the right to make real decisions about their own lives and that living a full life starts with being a part of your community. We can assist with any or all of the following: Understanding the NDIS and what it means for you. Planning for your first meeting with the NDIA, including developing a pre-plan and establishing your life goals. Assistance with choosing and coordinating your support Whatever your personal circumstances and individual needs, we can support you through the whole process. Find out how we can enable you to shape your own future by reaching out to our friendly team.

We sure can! If you're unsure about your current service provider or if you are just browsing for some alternatives, Progress Disability will be happy to assist in any way we can. Reach out to us today for a confidential discussion.