Are the Disability Support Pension and the NDIS linked?
The Disability Support Pension along with other income supports and payments such as the Carer Payment, Carer Supplement, Carer Allowance and Child Disability Assistance Payment are entirely separate to the NDIS.
These payments will not be affected if a patient qualifies for NDIS funding (the exception to this is the Mobility Allowance from Centrelink, which may be replaced if your patient’s NDIS plan includes transport-related funded supports).
It’s important to note that someone who is receiving the Disability Support Pension is not automatically eligible for NDIS funding and supports.
What is the NDIS?
The NDIS, or National Disability Insurance Scheme, is a new government programme which provides funding for a wide variety of disability care services and other supports.
Under the new programme, anyone who has a disability will be eligible for NDIS funding amounts to pay for the care or supports they need to maximise their quality of life.
What can be funded?
Your NDIS funding can be used for a wide variety of different things, including:
- Daily living, life skills, and self-care activities
- Community and social participation
- Aids and equipment
- Home modifications
- Transport and community access
- Employment and workplace support
- Therapeutic supports
The NDIA can help you understand all the services and supports which are available to you and how you can access them.
What is the NDIA?
The NDIA, or National Disability Insurgence Agency, is the government agency in charge of handling and implementing the NDIS. The NDIA can provide you with information, referrals to specific services, individual care plans, and more.
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