About the NDIS
NDIS stands for National Disability Insurance Scheme. It is the way of providing support to people with disability in Australia delivered by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has been fully rolled out in Western Australia.
The NDIS is an Australian scheme providing a new way for individuals with Autism to get the disability support they need. The NDIS takes a person-centred approach through individualised funding plans. This means that you are at the centre of the decision-making process about how you want to live your life, your choice of supports, and who you would like to deliver your supports. It is designed to provide you with choice, control and independence.
The NDIS can at times be confusing and difficult to navigate on your own, but we are here to support you every step of the way with a range of information and resources designed to help support you through the process.
For more information and to assist you throughout you application process, the NDIS has a three-part participant booklet for additional information.