About NDIS NDIS, or The National Disability Insurance Scheme, is an initiative by the Australian Government that helps people with a disability. A disability may be physical, intellectual or sensory, as well as psycho-social. Accordingly, there are various approved NDIS service providers that may offer different services. To be able to apply for the NDIS, you must first estimate your eligibility. You can do this using the eligibility checklist on the NDIS website. If you meet the NDIS eligibility criteria, in order to receive supports you need to get registered with NDIS.  The application process begins by making an Access Request or filling a form. You will need to provide evidence of your disability such as reports or other documents. Detailed information is available on the How to Apply page of the NDIS website. Finding NDIS Service Provider Your NDIS supports will be provided to you by NDIS service providers. An NDIS service provider is an organisation that actually delivers the service to a disabled person. This is the core part of the system and the connection point between the disabled person and the NDIS. An approved disability service provider may also be a person. To be able to use the services and supports, the disabled person must find a suitable approved disability service provider that will provide the required type of disability service. The best way to find is using the Provider Finder service or the NDIS website, where you can download a list of  NDIS approved providers. You can use your existing service provider if they are registered with NDIS. If you have difficulties finding a suitable service provider in your area, contact your ECEI Coordinator, LAC or Support Coordinator. What to expect from NDIS Service Provider So that NDIS understands your support needs and goals, and you … Continue reading How a NDIS provider can help you