National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for children living with Cerebral Palsy
The NDIS provides funding to people with a permanent and significant disability to access the support and services they need to enjoy life. Every NDIS participant has an individual plan that lists their goals and funding.
Who can access NDIS
The NDIS can fund education, employment, social participation, independence, living arrangements, and health and wellbeing.
To be eligible for the NDIS, you need to meet:
- age requirements
- residency requirements
- disability or early Intervention eeds
For detailed eligibility criteria, visit the NDIS eligibility page.
Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) Partners
These are local organisations that help young children with developmental delays or disabilities. They offer family-centred support and expert care.
Find your ECEI partner:
Local Area Coordinators (LACs)
LACs assist people aged 7 and older with:
- understanding and accessing the NDIS
- creating and implementing their plans
- connecting with local services and supports
Find your LAC Partner:
Support coordinator
Support coordinators help participants understand and use their NDIS funds effectively. They assist with:
- managing and implementing your plan
- building skills to use your plan independently
Note: Support coordinators do not create NDIS plans.
Request a review or appeal
If you disagree with an NDIS decision:
- Review your plan: Request a review
- NDIS appeals: Appeal through AAT
- How the NDIS works (opens in a new tab)
- Check your eligibility (opens in a new tab)
- Step-by-step NDIS information (opens in a new tab)
- How to create your NDIS plan (opens in a new tab)
- Who can help start your plan coordination (opens in a new tab)
- NDIS plan management (opens in a new tab)
- Family booklets and factsheets (opens in a new tab)
Ask Izzy
You can use the “Ask Izzy” website to search for independent Disability Advocacy providers in your area.
These services provide access to professionals who can ensure the choices and rights of people with disability are respected and they are being treated fairly.