How does NDIS work in Australia?
The NDIS is a government-funded scheme that provides funding for people with permanent and significant disabilities in Australia. It aims to provide individuals with more choice and control over their disability support needs and also increase participation in the community. The NDIS is managed by the NDIA (National Disability Insurance Agency) and oversighted by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (NDIS Commission). What types of support are funded? NDIS, or the National Disability Insurance Scheme, provides participants with various supports to help them lead independent and fulfilling lives. These include assistance with daily personal activities, as well as help with transport for participating in community and daily life events. NDIS also provides workplace support to help both unemployed and employed participants successfully get or keep jobs in the open or supported labour force. Furthermore, NDIS provides therapeutic and behavioural support, assistance with household t