NDIS: The Basics

Everything you need to know about applying for and accessing supports under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

New to the NDIS? Start here

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides more than $26 billion in funding a year to an estimated 500,000 Australians who havepermanent and significant disability.

Reading other people’s experiences of living with disability can inspire you to live your life to the fullest and show you what supports are available.

Understanding how the scheme works and how you can access support can seem overwhelming. Below you will find everything you need to know about applying for, accessing and navigating the NDIS.

Who can help?

There are a number of professionals who can help you work through the different aspects of the NDIS and learn how funding works.

Plan Support

Support services to help you manage the planning and funding allocated under NDIS.

Professional Services

Professional services to help you out with support such as early intervention or financial advice.

NDIS related information articles

Here you’ll find a selection of information articles related to NDIS funding and supports that have been published on Disability Support Guide to help you understand the Scheme.

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Assistive technology equipment, home or vehicle modifications are funded through the Capital support...

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Afford Afford provides disability services across Australia including Supported Independent Living...

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Afford Afford provides disability services across Australia including Supported Independent Living...

What is Capital support?

Assistive technology equipment, home or vehicle modifications are funded through the Capital support...

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What is Capacity Building support?

Capacity Building supports can pay for therapies or services that help improve your independence. Key...

Am I eligible for the NDIS?

If you have a disability you may be able to receive Government support through the National Disability...

How to apply for the NDIS

You will only be able to access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) if you meet all of the...

What is Core support?

Your Core budget is made up of supports that will help you go about your daily life while working towards...

NDIS partners

As of February 16, 2024, there are an estimated 646,000 people with disability who are active National...

I don’t have NDIS funding

Not every Australian has access to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) – some people with...