What is the NDIS?
NDIS stands for National Disability Insurance Scheme. It's run by the National Disability Insurance Agency or NDIA.
It helps Australians with serious and long-lasting disabilities. It pays for the things people need because of their disability to help them reach their goals.
How do I apply?
Get in touch with your local NDIS partner, or download the NDIS Access Request Form. Once complete, email the form, along with a Supporting Evidence Form from a specialist, to enquiries@ndis.gov.au
It takes up to 21 days to decide if you can use the NDIS. If more information is needed, it takes up to another 14 days. Approving a plan takes up to 56 days.
Do you need help gathering supporting evidence for your application? Our Allied Health team is here for you.
Who can help me with the NDIS?
Community partners across Australia can help you. They are local organisations that help you find and use services in your area. There are two types of partners: Local Area Coordinator (LAC) partners, for people aged 9-64 and Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) partners for people under 9 with developmental disabilities.
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Far North Coast, NSW
LAC partner: Social Futures
1800 522 679
socialfutures@ndis.gov.au
ECI partner: Northcott
1800 118 481
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Mid North Coast, NSW
LAC partner: Blue Sky Community Services
1800 241 675
bluesky@ndis.gov.auECI partner: Northcott
1800 118 481
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Greater Darwin, NT
LAC partner: APM
1800 276 522
apmnet@ndis.gov.auECI partner: Early Childhood Australia
1800 959 995
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Townsville, QLD
LAC partner: Feros Care
1300 986 970
feroslac@ndis.gov.auECI partner: Uniting Care
1800 543 354
unitingcare.earlychildhood
@ndis.gov.au
CASPA is an accredited NDIS provider servicing regional and remote areas in Northern NSW, QLD, NT and WA.
We offer plan management, as well as a variety of support services, including supported independent living, functional life skill support, and services to develop your social and emotional wellbeing.