NDIS know-how, in plain English
Short, no-nonsense guides to help you understand the NDIS and get the most out of your plan. We will keep adding to these as we go.
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The basics — what the NDIS is, who it is for, and how plans work.
What is the NDIS?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme in plain English — who it's for, what it funds, and how plans work.
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Getting startedAre you eligible for the NDIS?
The eligibility criteria, the Access Request, and what to do if your application is knocked back.
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FundingManaging your NDIS funds (self-managed)
What self-managing means in practice — paying providers, keeping records, and getting the most out of your funding.
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Making your plan work
Practical guides for getting the most out of your funding.
Self-managed vs plan-managed
The three plan-management options compared, who each one suits, and how to switch.
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Plan reviewsPreparing for your NDIS plan review
What a plan review is, when it happens, and how to walk in ready to advocate for the supports you need.
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Supports"Reasonable and necessary" supports
What the NDIA actually means by reasonable and necessary, the six criteria, and how to talk about supports in those terms.
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More guides coming
We are slowly building this out. If there is a topic you would like us to write about, let us know.