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Q & A with the NDIA
The National Disability Insurance Agency ( NDIA ) has shared with Link some frequently asked questions it has received about the National Disability Insurance Scheme ( NDIS ) over the past few months .
My child is receiving Early
Understanding that every child is Childhood Early Intervention ( ECEI ) different , ECEI partners will tailor funding , is this forever ? supports to the child and family ’ s
The NDIA has developed a individual needs and circumstances . nationally-consistent approach to
When your child reaches seven early childhood early intervention years-of-age they will be re-assessed ( ECEI ), based on best-practice , for to either move to the individualised children from birth to six years old . funded plan ( where a formal The ECEI approach will help all diagnosis is required ), or children with developmental delay or transitioned to other government disability and their families achieve support services . better long-term outcomes through Your ECEI partner will work support services in their local with you to understand your child ’ s community , regardless of diagnosis . individual needs and circumstances .
ECEI partners will be the first They will also help you to request contact point for families and are NDIS access if your child requires suitably experienced and qualified longer-term supports . If your child organisations with strong local becomes an NDIS participant ECEI knowledge and understanding of the partner will work with you to develop needs of children and their families . an NDIS plan .
How do I know what supports the NDIS will fund and how much funding I will get in my plan ?
NDIS plans are tailored to each person ’ s individual needs so funding will vary , depending on support needs . When you meet with an NDIS representative to develop your plan , you will be asked about your current situation and what supports you receive , and how you manage everyday activities , like taking a shower or cooking your meals . This information helps to form the basis of your plan , working out your supports ; how they are reasonable and necessary ; how they link to your immediate needs , and how the NDIS can help you to work towards achieving your goals , both now and for the future .
Once you complete the planning process you will receive an individualised funding amount , which gives you choice and control over the supports you receive .
Do you have to be under 65 to access the NDIS ?
Yes . The NDIS Act has an age requirement that a person must be aged under 65 when they submit an access request . If you access the Scheme for the first time before you ’ re 65 , you have the option of staying in the Scheme beyond that point . You will discuss this situation as part of your regular plan review . People who are aged 65 years and over generally receive support through the aged care system . www . ndis . gov . au
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