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About NDIS

NDIS

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is Australia’s national program designed to provide support and services to people with disabilities. Managed by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), the NDIS aims to deliver a more flexible, participant-centered approach to disability support.

To be eligible for the NDIS, individuals must have a permanent and significant disability that substantially impacts their ability to perform everyday tasks. They must be under 65 years of age at the time of application and be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen holding a Protected Special Category Visa. For children under 6 years with developmental delay or children under 9 years with disability, they can access early support through the early childhood approach without a diagnosis.

The NDIS offers funding for a range of supports, including personal care, therapy and rehabilitation, assistive technology, and home modifications. Funding is based on each participant’s specific needs and goals. Participants can only use their NDIS funds for items listed as NDIS supports. There is also a list of things NDIS funding cannot be used for. In some circumstances, participants may be able to request a substitution from the replacement support list.

As of March 31, 2025, there were 717,001 active participants in the NDIS, including 167,876 children under the age of 9. Additionally, 21,045 children were receiving early connections support.

The NDIS continues to evolve, with ongoing reforms aimed at improving service delivery, enhancing participant outcomes, and ensuring the scheme’s sustainability. For the most current information and detailed statistics, visit the official NDIS website or explore the NDIA’s data portal.

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