What is the National Disability Insurance Scheme?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme is a Commonwealth Government scheme that provides funding and support to people with a disability. For example, if you have a physical disability, you could get support to get out into the community, or access the equipment you need.
The Commonwealth Government has set up the National Disability Insurance Agency to deliver the scheme. In Victoria, the scheme was launched in the Barwon region. The scheme started on 1 July 2013. From 1 July 2016 the NDIS began being rolled out across the State. It will be available to all of Victoria by mid 2019.
Can I apply for the National Disability Insurance Scheme?
Anyone in Victoria with a disability can apply for help. See the National Disability Insurance Scheme website: www.ndis.gov.au.
How do I apply to the National Disability Insurance Scheme?
You can call the National Disability Insurance Agency on 1800 800 110, or visit one of their offices. You can find the location of their nearest office on the NDIS website. The National Disability Insurance Agency has staff to help answer your questions.