About the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a Commonwealth government initiative that takes a new approach to providing individualised supports for people with permanent and significant disabilities, their families, and carers.
The NDIS has now rolled out in South East Queensland from July 2018, giving you unprecedented control over your disability support funding and designed to help you:
- Build your skills and capability
- Access community services and supports
- Receive reasonable and necessary funded supports
What will it mean for me?
The NDIS has been designed to provide you with more choice and control over your day-to-day activities. You can decide what reasonable and necessary supports you will need to achieve your goals and then receive funding to pay for those supports.
Who is eligible?
You are eligible to participate in the NDIS if you are:
- living with permanent and significant disability that affects your ability to take part in everyday activities;
- an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or the holder of a Protected Special Category Visa; and
- under the age of 65.
For further information on eligibility, please visit the NDIS eligibility checklist.
Contact the NDIS directly to complete an access request form. Visit www.ndis.gov.au or call 1800 800 110.
How can Myhorizon support me?
At Myhorizon, we have a dedicated team to help guide you through the NDIS, whether you’re transitioning from a previous Plan, or are completely new to disability support.
Our team will provide you with the information and advice you need, so you can feel confident that your NDIS Plan, once approved, will be one you are satisfied with and excited about.
We have supported hundreds of participants and their families through the NDIS planning process already, giving them the best possible chance to receive the best possible NDIS Plan.
If you would like some support, contact us today.
Myhorizon services
If you qualify for support under the NDIS we can help you to access services including but not limited to:
Community participation and leisure – Our Lifestyle team can support you to become an active member of the community by assisting you with your recreational and/or social pursuits. Learn more.
Work and learning – Our Employment and Training Service can help you to secure and maintain a job, and/or undertake training that will help you to find work in the future. Learn more.
Independent living – Our Independent Living Team can empower you to live independently in your own home by arranging regular in-home support visits, and/or home modifications for you. Learn more.
Whatever you need, we’ve got you covered!
