You can receive funding for a range of supports depending on the severity of your disability and whether or not you meet the criteria. Supports can include help with personal in-home care, nursing care, travel / transport, assistance with employment and accommodation, community participation, assistive technology and high intensity needs.

To be eligible for the NDIS, there are three main criteria a person must meet:

1. Age: You must be under 65 years of age when you first apply for the NDIS.
2. Residency: You must live in Australia and be an Australian citizen, hold a Permanent Visa, or a Protected Special Category Visa.
3. Disability requirements: You must have a permanent disability that significantly affects your ability to take part in everyday activities, or a developmental delay.

You can find out more about the eligibility criteria here​.

If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for the NDIS by completing an Access Request Form. Make sure you have proof of ID, proof of residence and proof of your disability or any documentation from your doctor ready when you apply.

The NDIS planning process is a collaborative effort between the participant and the NDIA. Once you are deemed eligible, a plan will be created which outlines your supports and services that will be funded through the NDIS. This plan is tailored to your individual needs and goals, and includes three types of budgets: Core, Capacity Building, and Capital. You can learn more about the planning process here​​.

The NDIA can manage your plan, or you can ask a plan manager for assistance. You can also self-manage your plan, in which case you will be in charge of making payments on time to your providers and keeping track of your own budget.

Service agreements are contracts between an NDIS participant and a service provider, like Personalised Disability Care. They outline the type of supports provided, the cost of those supports, and how and when supports will be delivered. Service agreements are important as they ensure both parties understand their rights and responsibilities.

One of the key differences is PDC's commitment to individualised and consistency support. Clients will always have the same support team, which fosters a sense of familiarity and trust. Additionally, PDC stands out because of our highly trained team with diverse range of backgrounds, offering our clients ultimate choice in selecting support workers that best fit their personality, lifestyle and culture.

PDC understand the power of consistency and the importance of building strong relationships between participants and their support teams. Therefore, we aim to ensure participants continue to work with the same support team throughout all the stages of your life.

Simply fill out our Referral Form, call us on 0402 044 060 or send an email to info@personaliseddisabilitycare.com.au describing your disability and your support needs. We will then schedule a free consultation with you to hear your story and work with you to come up with a personalised support that fits your budget and your individual requirements.