Comprehensive Overview of NDIS Funded Supports
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) offers personalized funding to eligible individuals based on their specific needs.
This support is intended to facilitate various aspects of daily life, enabling participants to achieve their personal goals and enhance their independence.
Categories of Funded Supports
The NDIS provides funding for a wide array of supports to aid participants, including:
- Daily Personal Activities: Assistance with essential tasks such as personal hygiene, dressing, and eating.
- Transport: Funding to enable participation in community, social, economic, and daily activities.
- Employment Support: Assistance to help participants secure or maintain employment in both open and supported labor markets.
- Therapeutic Supports: Includes various therapies, such as behavior support, aimed at improving well-being and functionality.
- Household Tasks: Help with domestic chores to ensure a safe and clean living environment.
- Aids and Equipment: Professional assessment, setup, and training for the use of aids and equipment.
- Home Modifications: Design and construction services to improve home accessibility.
- Mobility Equipment: Funding for devices such as wheelchairs that aid mobility.
- Vehicle Modifications: Modifications to vehicles to enhance independence and mobility.
Participants can find more detailed information on the types of supports funded by the NDIS in the official guidelines.
Supports Not Covered by the NDIS
The NDIS Act and its accompanying rules outline specific supports that are not funded by the NDIS. These include:
- Supports Provided by Other Systems: Any support that falls under the responsibility of another government system or community service.
- Non-Disability Related Supports: Supports not directly related to a participant’s disability.
- General Living Expenses: Day-to-day living costs that are not associated with the participant’s support needs.
- Risky Supports: Any support that could cause harm to the participant or pose a risk to others.
For a detailed list of non-fundable supports, participants should refer to the NDIS guidelines.
Guidelines for Decision-Making
The NDIS has issued updated guidelines that clarify the decision-making process. These guidelines are based on NDIS legislation and rules, detailing the criteria considered when determining support eligibility.
The updated guidelines aim to make NDIS processes more transparent, clear, and easier to understand for participants. Additional information on these guidelines is available in the Participant Service Charter.
By adhering to these guidelines, the NDIS ensures that participants receive appropriate, effective, and safe supports tailored to their unique needs.
