Understanding the NDIS

Are you considering the NDIS for your family members or yourself?

It can be very confusing to navigate the jargon and terminology associated with the NDIS. To take full advantage of the NDIS and every benefit that it has to offer you and your loved ones, it is essential that you understand these NDIS Terms. To help you, we’ve put together a list of commonly used NDIS terms along with explanations.

Visit the NDIS Glossary or Dejargonator for a full glossary, or use the online resource created by LuxAid and the NDA to assist individuals in effectively understanding the NDIS Terms. Understanding NDIS terminology and jargon can make the process much easier.

NDIS

The National Disability Insurance Scheme, or NDIS, offers financing and disability services to people with disabilities and represents a new concept in service delivery. Through this program, people with disabilities are placed at the center of the system, given the freedom to manage their own lives and receive financial support based on their individual goals and needs.

Funded Supports

As long as a participant’s plan includes Funded Supports and they are considered reasonable and necessary, the NDIS will pay for them. For a comprehensive guide to NDIS Funded Supports, Visit the NDIS website. You will get an understanding of the differences between formal and informal supports under NDIS by following this guide.

Informal Supports

People in the closest area, including family, friends, and neighbors, provide support to the participants. Planning successfully requires an understanding of the differences between formal and informal supports under the NDIS.

Registered Provider

A disability support provider is considered qualified to supply a good or service if they fulfill all of the NDIS requirements for qualifications, approvals, experience, capacity, and quality standards. Knowing how to choose an NDIS Registered Provider can greatly impact the level of support received.

Supports

Supports that enable someone to carry out regular tasks, engage in community activities, and achieve their goals. Understanding the different types of supports available through NDIS is essential for creating an effective plan.

Full Scheme

The dates when the NDIS will be available to all eligible residents:

  • ACT – July 2016
  • New South Wales – July 2018
  • South Australia – July 2018
  • Tasmania – July 2019
  • Victoria – July 2019
  • Queensland – July 2019
  • Northern Territory – July 2019

Planners

Once you receive confirmation of your NDIS eligibility, your planner will be your primary contact on your NDIS journey. They are there to help you navigate the system, so provide them with as much information as possible about your situation and goals.

Reasonable and necessary supports

Under the NDIS Programs, anything related to your disability may be considered a reasonable and essential support. This covers everything from essentials like therapy support and mobility equipment to help with everyday activities, education, transportation, housing modifications, social participation, and more. Consult your planner if you’re not sure about what qualifies as necessary and reasonable. Usually, the help needs to be related to your condition and should not replace any support that comes from your community or family. Navigating disability services with NDIS effectively guarantees that you get all the assistance you require.

Understand NDIS: Key Terms & Eligibility

The NDIS Glossary offers a wide range of NDIS terms for additional details. To fully utilize the benefits offered, it’s also essential to understand NDIS Eligibility and receive assistance. This is where a glossary of common NDIS terms and definitions comes in essential.

Gaining knowledge of these NDIS Terms and using the related resources will help you understand the NDIS and make sure that you or your loved ones get all of the support that this important program has to offer. Essential objectives in this journey include understanding NDIS terminology and jargon, as well as learning how to determine NDIS eligibility and access supports.