Creating Your Plan

Creating your NDIS plan is a personalised process that involves identifying your goals and needs, and determining the support and services required to achieve those goals. The process of creating your NDIS plan can be broken down into the following steps:

1. Understanding the NDIS

The first step in creating your NDIS plan is to understand how the scheme works, what supports and services are available, and how to access them. You can do this by visiting the NDIS website, attending information sessions, and talking to other people who have gone through the planning process.

2. Identifying your goals

The NDIS planning process is goal-oriented, meaning that the focus is on what you want to achieve. You will need to identify your short-term and long-term goals across all areas of your life, including employment, education, social and community participation, health and wellbeing, and independent living.

3. Assessing your needs

Once you have identified your goals, you will need to assess your current needs and the support and services required to achieve your goals. This may involve working with an NDIS planner or local area coordinator to identify areas where you need support, such as assistive technology, personal care, or therapy.

4. Developing your plan

Based on your goals and needs, an NDIS planner or local area coordinator will develop your personalised NDIS plan. This will outline the support and services that you require to achieve your goals, as well as the funding available for each support and service.

5. Reviewing and updating your plan

Your NDIS plan is not set in stone and should be reviewed regularly to ensure that it continues to meet your changing needs. You can review your plan every 12 months or earlier if your circumstances change significantly.

6. Managing your plan

Once your plan is approved, you will need to manage your funding and choose your service providers.

7. Compensation

The NDIS provides compensation for eligible individuals with disabilities to access the support and services outlined in their NDIS plan. You can manage your funding through the online portal, which allows you to view your services and support, manage your funding, and connect with service providers.

Overall, the process of creating your NDIS plan is designed to be personalised and focused on your individual needs and goals, to empower you to live your life as independently and fully as possible.