The National Disability Insurance Scheme NDIS was introduced by the federal government in 2013 in a few selected trial states and age groups before being rolled out nationwide in 2016. The NDIS has changed the way disability services are funded and delivered in Australia.
Through the NDIS, people with disabilities can be provided with direct access to funding for health services, treatments and exercise, based on their individual needs. For people with disabilities, the NDIS provides access to information and connections to services in their communities such as doctors, allied health professionals, sporting clubs and support groups.
If you have a disability, you may be eligible to receive funding through the NDIS to access support services. The NDIS funding application will include an assessment of your eligibility. To check if you’re eligible, visit the NDIS website.
