National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government-funded scheme in Australia that provides funding and support to eligible people with significant and permanent disabilities to help them achieve their goals, gain independence, and improve their quality of life. The NDIS provides funding for reasonable and necessary supports, offers participants choice and control over their services, and connects them with community services. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the NDIS.
What is the NDIS?
The NDIS:
Provides Funding:
The NDIS provides funding for supports and services, including things like mobility equipment, assistive technology, and personal care.
Promotes Choice and Control:
Participants have control over how their funding is used and who provides their supports.
Connects to Services:
The NDIS helps people with disability connect with community and other government services.
Aims to Improve Lives:
The ultimate goal of the NDIS is to help people with disability to live more independent and fulfilling lives.
How NDIS Works
Understanding how NDIS works helps you make the most of your plan:
How it Works
Eligibility:
To be eligible, you must have a permanent and significant disability that affects your ability to participate in everyday activities.
Planning:
If you are eligible, you will work with the NDIA to create a personalized NDIS plan that outlines your goals and the supports you need.
Support:
Your NDIS plan provides funding that you can use to purchase the goods and services approved in your plan.
Implementation:
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) manages the NDIS, including processing applications and working with participants to create and manage their plans.
NDIS Eligibility
NDIS eligibility is based on a few key points.
You usually need to:
Live in Australia and be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a
Protected Special Category Visa.
Be under 65 years of age when you apply.
Have a permanent and significant disability that affects your ability to do
everyday activities by yourself.
Or, you may be eligible for early intervention if supports now could reduce your future support needs.
If you’re unsure, we can help you understand your options and what evidence you might need.
How to Apply
To apply, you must meet age and residency requirements, and have a permanent and significant disability or a developmental delay.
You can apply by calling the NDIS on 1800 800 110, contacting your Local Area Coordinator (LAC), or downloading the Access Request Form from the NDIS website and submitting it by email or post.
Services Stones Disability Services
supply provide under the NDIS
As a local NDIS provider Brisbane (Brisbane Bayside), Stones Disability Services delivers practical, person-centred support to help you use your plan with confidence. Our services include:
Short Term Accommodation (STA):
Short stays away from home, such as our Out4Adventure camping trips, (sometimes called respite). STA can help you try new experiences, build independence, give carers a break, strengthen daily living skills and learn other fun skills.
Community Access & Social Participation:
Support to get out, join Out4Adventure day events, local activities, attend appointments, try hobbies in our Cre8Hub, or learn travel skills, helping you feel connected and confident in your community.
In-Home Personal Care:
Respectful assistance with personal routines (showering, dressing, grooming), meal preparation, domestic assistance, and safe mobility.
Mentoring & Skill Development:
Individual mentoring to build life skills with Stones Education and Able2Learn such as budgeting, cooking, fitness, communication, problem-solving, and confidence.
Adventure-Based & Healthy Lifestyle Support (where suitable):
For participants who enjoy the outdoors, we can integrate safe, goal-aligned activities like walking, light hiking, or local outings to support wellbeing and engagement with our Out4Adventure day trips.
Not sure what you can use your plan for?
We’ll explain your budgets and help you book the right supports, without the jargon.
If You’ve Just Been Given an NDIS Plan (What now?)
First, well done! Getting a plan can feel like a big step.
After receiving your National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plan, the next steps are to understand its contents, log into your myplace portal with the provided activation code, contact your Local Area Coordinator (LAC) or Support Coordinator to discuss implementation, and select your service providers to activate your supports.
You can also start implementing your plan by attending therapy sessions, acquiring assistive technology, or engaging in community activities as outlined in the plan.
Why Choose Stones Disability Services?
Brisbane Bayside
Local, person-centred support: We know Brisbane Bayside and the surrounding suburbs because Out4Adventure explores places of interest with participants during Day Trips and Short Term Accommodation (STA) - camping events.
Clear communication: Plain-English explanations of funding and services, no confusing jargon.
Reliable team: Friendly support workers who listen, respect your choices, and support your independence.
Flexible and tailored: Supports are built around you, your goals, routines, and preferences.
Quality & safety: We align with NDIS practice standards and a transparent feedback process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: Is the NDIS means-tested?
No. It’s based on disability needs, not income.
Question 2: Can I change providers?
Yes. You have choice and control. We’ll help you transition smoothly if needed.
Question 3: What if I don’t use all my funding?
We can help you plan your supports so your budgets are used wisely and in line with your goals.
Question 4: How do reviews work?
Plans are reviewed regularly. Keep track of what’s working, what’s not, and any changes you want to request.