Am I eligible for NDIS funding?
To get funding under the NDIS you must:
> Have a permanent disability that significantly affects your ability to take part in day-to-day activities <
> Be less than 65 years of age at the time of your first NDIS plan <
> Be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent visa or a Protected Special Category visa <
If you are over 65 years of age, you may be eligible for a Home Care Package
Applying is simple
Call NDIA on 1800 800 110 and provide them with details about yourself and your disability
Fill out a planning document and meet your Local Area Coordinator or NDIS Planner
Start receiving supports and services from ParexCare
Preparing yourself before you apply for NDIS funding will make the application process a little easier. If you would like some assistance in applying, our experts will be happy to help
You may be asked for the following information when you apply for NDIS funding:
- Your name, age, living situation and residency / visa status and supporting evidence
- Details and evidence about your disability, including how it effects your daily life
- Any relevant reports you already have from medical practitioners and allied health professionals
- Whether you give permission for the NDIS to talk to third parties about your disability, including Centrelink, doctors or people who currently look after you
It is also a good idea to think about whether you want someone you trust involved any meetings and phone calls with the NDIA