The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an Australian government initiative that provides funding and support to people with permanent and significant disabilities. The NDIS helps individuals access the services, equipment, and resources they need to live an independent and fulfilling life, with a focus on personal choice and control.
The NDIS is currently updating guidelines in response to recent legislative changes. As a result, some of Emerge Australia’s NDIS content is out-of-date and undergoing review. We aim to provide updated resources when the new guidelines are published.
Please note: Emerge Australia does not provide individual (one-to-one) advocacy for NDIS access requests or appeals. However, we are happy to answer general questions and offer guidance where possible.
- To get in touch with our Support and Telehealth Service, click here.
- For organisations offering one-to-one support with applications and appeals in your local area, click here.
External Links and Resources
- The NDIS has created a simple fact sheet on how to apply for the NDIS.
- Queensland Advocacy for Inclusion has created fact sheets on NDIS access and appeals, including one on the documentation required for your application.
- People With Disabilities Western Australia (PWdWA) offer useful resources, including a statement of lived experience template and template for medical professionals.
- ME/CFS & the NDIS Facebook Group, a support group for those navigating the NDIS with ME/CFS.
Emerge Australia NDIS Resources (currently under review)
- Accessing the NDIS: a brief introduction, download here.
- Emerge Australia NDIS slide presentation, download here.
- ME/CFS and NDIS guide for GPs, download here.
