NDIS
The NDIA implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to enhance the lives of Australians with a significant and permanent disability, as well as their families and carers.
NDIS Mental Health Resources
Find out everything there is to know about government support for mental health in NSW, from legislation and fact sheets to 24-hour helplines and therapeutic programs.
Intellectual Disability Rights Service (IDRS)
The IDRS is a legal service for people with cognitive impairment in NSW, offering free support to defend and advocate their rights.
Department of Social Services
The DSS works to enhance the wellbeing of Australian families and individuals through social policy. It implements Supported Employment via Australian Disability Enterprises.
NSW Council for Intellectual Disability (CID)
The CID represents the best interests of people with intellectual disability, campaigning for positive change in the NSW community.
Support For Aboriginal Families
Discover services and resources dedicated to the needs of Aboriginal people with disabilities, their families and carers.
Disability Online
Disability Online is a hub for support services, news and events in Australia, helping people with disabilities to stay up to date with the latest developments.
Information and referrals for people
Information and referrals for people with disability and their supporters about coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Frequently Asked Questions
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a way of funding services and support for people with permanent and significant disabilities in Australia. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is the independent agency responsible for implementing the NDIS.
If you have a disability that is likely to be permanent and significant you can receive funding from the NDIS. You must also be under 65 years old and live in Australia (and be a citizen or permanent resident).
After Submitting the Access request form to the NDIA, The NDIA will contact you to schedule a Planning and Assessment appointment after your application is approved. This may be over the phone, or you can request a face-to-face meeting. After your planning appointment, the NDIA will send you your plan. You can then begin accessing supports using the funding in your plan.
A support that assists with activities of daily living.