National Disability Insurance Scheme
Get started on your journey with leading NDIS provider Gallawah!
Applying for NDIS funding is a straightforward process, and following these steps can help strengthen your application:
Step 1: Check Eligibility
Ensure you meet the NDIS eligibility criteria:
Do you need support due to a psychosocial disability?
Are you between 7 and 65 years old?
Do you live in Australia and hold Australian residency?
Step 2: Submit an Access Request
If you meet the criteria, you can either complete a paper Access Request Form (ARF) or make a Verbal Access Request (VAR) to the NDIA. You’ll have 28 days to gather necessary evidence after submitting the request.orkers.
Step 3: Provide Evidence
Print the Evidence of Psychosocial Disability form and have it filled out by a GP or psychiatrist who has known you for at least 6 months. This will support your claim.
Step 4: Complete Your Application
Make sure you demonstrate that you have a permanent psychosocial disability that significantly impacts your daily life and participation. Ensure all evidence is included before submission.
For more details, visit the official NDIS website or consult their “Mental Health and the NDIS” section.
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Who’s Eligible for the NDIS?
You may be eligible for the NDIS if:
- You have a permanent disability (or one likely to be permanent) that impacts your ability to communicate, interact socially, move safely, or manage personal care and daily tasks.
- You live in Australia and are an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a protected special category visa.
- You’re between the ages of 7 and 65.
What Happens If I Use Gallawah But I’m Not Eligible for the NDIS?
Currently, all our programs at Gallawah are operating as usual. We are committed to providing services to individuals over 65 and those not eligible for the NDIS. We are actively negotiating with the government and primary health networks to secure ongoing support, ensuring that we can continue to offer essential services to those in need.
Will the NDIS affect my Disability Support Pension?
Not at all. The NDIS doesn’t affect income supports like your Carer Payment, Carer Supplement, Carer Allowance or your Child Disability Assistance Payment.
What does the NDIS fund?
The NDIS is designed to help you:
- Achieve your goals
- Become as independent as possible
- Develop skills for everyday life
- Get involved in the community
- Participate in education or work and earn money
This means providing (reasonable) support in areas including:
- Building skills for social and economic participation
- Mobility
- Communication
- Self-care and self-management
- Social interactions
- Learning
Does the funding rollover if I don’t use it in 12 months?
In most cases, no. But your plan gets reviewed every 12 months – and so does your funding.
When can my plan be reviewed?
Usually plans can be reviewed near their end date. But if there’s been a big change in your life it’s possible to ask for an earlier review.
Can I manage my own funds?
Yes. Although you’ll need a separate bank account to keep your NDIS funds. You’ll also have to:
- Source and arrange your support
- Pay your chosen providers
- Manage your plan expenditure, including submitting ‘My Plan Purchases’ forms to NDIA
- Keep records of all your plan purchases and provide them to NDIA
If you’d like someone to manage your funds, you can visit a Plan Management Provider. This can be discussed at your NDIA planning meeting.
Can I use other service providers?
Absolutely. NDIS funding is designed to put you in control – so you’re free to choose which service provider you want. Just remember that if you use the NDIA to manage your plan, they must be a registered NDIS service provider.
What if I’m not happy with my service?
The NDIA has developed a booklet with tips on how to choose safe and quality services – and what to do if you wish to complain.
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