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The NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) is the Australian government program that provides support to people with disability. The NDIA (National Disability Insurance Agency) is the government agency responsible for implementing the NDIS. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/our-sites
Support Coordination helps you understand and implement your NDIS plan. A Support Coordinator assists you to connect with service providers, manage your supports, and build your skills to increase independence. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/working-providers/how-choose-your support-coordinator
SDA refers to housing solutions designed specifically for people with very high support needs. These accommodations provide safe, accessible, and appropriate living environments. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/providers/housing-and-living-supports-and services/housing/sda
Assistive Technology includes devices and equipment that help you live independently and improve your functional capacity. Examples include mobility aids, communication devices, and home modifications. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/home-and-living/assistive-technology equipment-and-products
Behaviour Support involves strategies and interventions to help manage behaviours of concern in a positive and respectful way, ensuring safety and improved quality of life. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/behaviour-support
Your NDIS Plan is a document that outlines the funding and supports you are entitled to under the NDIS, based on your individual needs and goals. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/plan
Support Categories group the different types of supports and services funded by the NDIS, such as daily personal activities, transport, and social participation. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/our-sites/support-categories
These supports help you develop skills and independence, including therapy, training, and assistance with decision-making. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/managing-your plan#capacity-building-supports
Core Supports cover everyday activities and are designed to help you with your daily living needs. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/managing-your-plan#core supports
Supports and services that are deemed reasonable and necessary by the NDIS to help you achieve your goals and live an ordinary life. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/reasonable-and-necessary-supports-plan
A Plan Manager helps you manage your NDIS funding and payments to providers, offering budgeting support and financial administration. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/managing-your-plan#plan management
A participant who manages their own NDIS funding and arrangements directly without using a Plan Manager or NDIA. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/managing-your-plan#self management
A participant whose NDIS funding and service arrangements are managed by the NDIA. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/managing-your plan#agency-management
A participant who chooses to use a Plan Manager to manage their NDIS funding and pay providers on their behalf. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/managing-your-plan#plan management
ECEI supports children aged 0–6 years with developmental delay or disability to access early intervention services. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/early-childhood-early-intervention
A person who has been approved to receive funding and support through the NDIS. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants
Participants have the right to receive quality services, be treated with respect and dignity, have their privacy protected, and make decisions about their supports and goals. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/ndis-commission
Providers must deliver supports in a safe, respectful, and professional manner, comply with the NDIS Practice Standards, and ensure the wellbeing of participants. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/ndis-commission
Participants can raise complaints if they are unhappy with the quality or delivery of services. Complaints are taken seriously and addressed promptly by providers or the NDIS Commission. More info: https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/ndis-commission/complaints