The National Disability Insurance Scheme is the new way of providing individualised support for eligible people with permanent and significant disability, their families and carers. The NDIS is the insurance that gives us all peace of mind. Disabilty could affect anyone – having the right support makes a big difference.
The National Disability Insurance Agency is an independent agency responsible for implementing the scheme. They provide information, referrals, links to services and activities.
No, the Victorian government has agreed to transfer all ISP and other disability specific funded supports and services to the NDIS as it rolls out across the State
As a client of ours whether in the community or in our houses, we will keep you up to date with when the transition to NDIS will start.
You should begin to prepare now so you are ready for the transition. We can help you through the steps. The NDIS has prepared a Planning Workbook.
Your NDIS plan will be all about your personal goals, needs and aspirations. You should think about:
No, however there are many similarities to the NDIS packages. Both packages are attached to the ‘individual. The intention across both is to provide flexible and individualized support based on a person-centered approach. The differences include the items/services that can be purchased and the NDIS has three levels of funding management and the Victorian ISP’s have four levels of management.
No not automatically. You will have a contact at the NDIA but their job is not as broad as a Case Coordinator/ Manager. If you feel you need case management or support to coordinate your package then it would be best to talk with your NDIS planner about whether you need to build into your NDIS plan budget, funding for ‘case coordination and /or ‘plan management.
The person with the disability needs to be under 65 years, that is between 0 – 64 years to apply for NDIS support. Those over 65 can seek support from Aged Care services.
Clients who receive an NDIS package prior to turning 65 will not lose their NDIS package. They can choose to continue to receive supports from the NDIS.
This is different for everyone, as it depends on what types of services and supports are required. It might include, but isn’t limited to categories of supports: Personal care, Aids, equipment, home and vehicle modifications, Day Services including community inclusion, Respite, Specialist housing support, Domestic assistance, Transport assistance, Therapies, Case management and coordination, Specialist employment services, Mobility assistance including Guide and assistance dogs, emergency support.
Yes. However, the cost of Plan Management including the GST will be funded by the NDIA.
If you have any other questions, please let us know. There are a lot of resources and information available and we’d like to ensure all your questions are addressed so the transfer to NDIS is as informed and results in the best outcome for all our clients and families.
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