How Does NDIS Funding Work?

Understanding how NDIS funding works is key to making the most of your plan. Your NDIS plan outlines the support you need to achieve your goals, along with the funding allocated to cover those services. 

 

NDIS funding is typically divided into four categories: Core Supports, Capacity Building Supports, Capital Supports, and Recurring Supports, each with specific funding areas.

Core Supports

Core Supports are designed to help you with everyday activities. These funds are flexible and can be used across a range of services to support daily living.

These supports are designed to help you live independently and safely at home, ensuring you can participate in your community.

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Assistance with Daily Living:

  • Personal care 
  • Household tasks 
  • Cleaning
  • Meal preparation
  • Laundry
  • Assistance with community activities

Consumables:

  • Items such as continence products 
    • Pads
    • Catheters
  • Daily living aids 
    • Cleaning products
    • Gloves

Transport:

  • Travel expenses for attending essential appointments
  • Transport for community engagement or work related activities

Capacity Building Supports

Capacity Building Supports are aimed at increasing your skills and independence, helping you work towards your long term goals.

These supports help you gain the skills and resources to participate in the community and increase your autonomy.

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Improved Daily Living:

  • Access to therapy supports 
    • Physiotherapy
    • Speech therapy
  • Skill-building for daily tasks 
    • Cooking
    • Budgeting
    • Using technology

Improved Relationships:

  • Support for building better social skills
  • Therapy for developing communication skills and forming relationships

Improved Health and Wellbeing:

  • Fitness programs tailored to your needs
  • Health and wellness activities 
    • Exercise programs
    • Mental health support

Improved Learning:

  • Support for educational needs 
    • Tutoring
    • Training programs
  • Assistance with personal development and goal setting

Improved Life Choices:

  • Guidance on finding and maintaining work
  • Support for transitioning to a more independent living environment

Capital Supports

Capital Supports are for funding high cost items or services that assist with your mobility, accessibility, and overall independence.

These supports ensure that you can live as independently as possible, with the right equipment and environment tailored to your needs.

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Assistive Technology:

  • Mobility aids 
    • Wheelchairs
    • Walkers
  • Communication devices 
    • Speech-generating devices
    • Hearing aids
  • Environmental controls 
    • Smart home devices for accessibility

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA):

  • Funding for accessible housing solutions if your current living environment is not suitable for your needs
  • Home modifications 
    • Ramps
    • Wider doorways
    • Accessible kitchens and bathrooms

Support for Employment

This funding category focuses on supporting you in finding and maintaining employment. It is designed to increase your independence and self-sufficiency in the workplace.

These supports help you become more employable and give you the skills to thrive in a workplace.

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Employment Support:

  • Training and support to help you find a job
  • Support for job coaches or workplace modifications to assist with work-related tasks

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES):

  • Support for school leavers with disabilities in transitioning to work or training
  • Help with vocational training and workplace experience

Workplace Modifications:

  • Funding to make adjustments in your workplace 
  • Support for building job readiness through skills and training

Social and Community Participation

NDIS funding for social and community participation helps you engage with your community and leads a fulfilling life outside of your home.

These supports allow you to engage more fully with your community and develop meaningful relationships with others.

Group-based Activities:

  • Funding for group programs to improve social skills and connections with others
  • Activities such as arts and crafts, social clubs, and group fitness

Individual Social Participation:

  • One-on-one support for attending community events 
    • Sports
    • Concerts
    • Cultural activities
  • Support for joining social groups or participating in hobbies you enjoy

How NDIS Funding is Allocated

When your NDIS plan is developed, your support needs and goals are assessed to determine how funds should be allocated to each category. Your NDIS Plan Manager will help you track and manage your spending across all funding categories, ensuring you’re making the most of your NDIS funding.

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Why Choose Axial Plan Management?

At Axial Plan Management, we aim to provide a seamless experience for managing your NDIS funding. Here’s why you should choose us:

Personalized Service

Tailored support to help you achieve your goals and manage your NDIS funding effectively.

Expert Advice

Our experienced team is here to guide you through the complexities of your NDIS plan, ensuring you make informed decisions.

Full Transparency

With real-time access to your funding, you can track your spending and remain in control of your budget at all times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Unspent funds may carry over to the next plan period, depending on your plan’s guidelines. We can help you track and manage your spending to ensure you’re using your funding effectively.

Yes, you have the flexibility to change providers as your needs change. We’ll help you find and manage the best providers for your goals.

Your funding will be transferred to your chosen Plan Manager or the NDIS portal, where it can be used to pay for approved services and support.

Get Started with Axial Plan Management?

Ready to take control of your NDIS funding? Contact us today to discuss how we can help you manage your plan and achieve your goals.