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Planning on meeting us?

What are your expectations? The NDIS was established under the Human Rights Act to provide assistance to people with impairments. It was established to increase independence, shape lives, and assure proper involvement and economic and social contribution to Australia’s overall community. Participants will have the option of selecting from a variety of informal supports (provided by friends and family) or community and government agencies (mainstream community assistance) and fully sponsored supports (My supports). The planning meeting normally lasts 60 to 120 minutes, and you have the option of bringing someone with you. You will be asked to answer a number of questions with your LAC during your planning meeting, including:
  • Name, age, address, and primary handicap are all examples of personal information. Make sure you get a medical report that identifies your principal disability.
  • Who would you like to assist you in managing your plan? You can self-manage (which gives you more options and control), employ a plan manager (a registered manager), or use NDIA.
  • Information about your unofficial assistance: Support from family and friends
  • How you organize your daily activities. This will provide you with information about your abilities as well as the types of support services, equipment, or assistance you will require.
  • Things that make you feel uneasy so that you can receive assistance and live more independently
  • Things you do on a regular basis to help you choose the correct assistance and service.
  • Your goals for the next 12 months and what plans are suitable for you most. Increasing your choice and control in your life, learning and education, career, social and community activities, housing possibilities, and increasing your health and wellness are some of the goals that may be explored.
When you have a bigger aim in mind, you’ll make the most of your services and support alternatives to assist you reach your objectives.

Things that aren't included in your strategy

Some supports are not included in your plan. These supports include supports that:

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Are not related to your disability

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Essentially the same as the government’s services.

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Supports that aren’t relevant to your goal but are nevertheless cost-effective

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That may be risky or harmful

Who are Local Area Coordinators (LAC’s)?

Some services aren’t covered by your plan. Supports that are included in this category include:

  • Assist participants in gaining a better understanding of the NDIS.
  • Work at the National Disability Insurance Administration (NDIA).
  • Collaborate with their local community to make it more accessible and friendly to individuals with disabilities.
  • Collaborate with their local community to make it more accessible and friendly to individuals with disabilities.
  • Assist participants in creating their NDIS plan.
  • Assist participants in navigating the NDIS system.
  • Connect participants to community resources and assistance.
  • LACS are not NDIS employees; instead, they work for partners on our list all around Australia.

Who will manage your plan?

After you’ve answered all of the relevant questions about your support and service plan, the LAC will ask you how you want to administer it. There are three choices available:

  • You or one of your nominees (friends, family or guardian)
  • A registered plan manager
  • The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).

Regardless of the choice you choose, you can get help whenever you want. The only distinction between the three schemes is how service providers are compensated. However, having the option to nominate yourself or someone else gives you more options.

What if I or a nominee manages my plan?

After receiving the required service from a service provider, you must ask for an invoice, which you must then provide to NDIA. The NDIA will then deposit funds so that you can pay service providers for all of the benefits you are entitled to. You can choose your provider with this option because it gives you flexibility and options, but you must be careful when managing the paperwork.

What if my plan is managed by a register plan management?

You can ask a service provider for an invoice once you’ve used their services, then you can send that invoice to the NDIA. In order for you to pay the provider, the NDIA will then put the funds into your account. You can select whatever supplier you want under this option, and you have the power to negotiate for a lesser price.

What if NDIA manages my plan?

This time, the NDIA receives all invoices directly from the service provider and pays them. Only registered providers who have been compensated by NDIA are used.

Can I select more than one plan?

Yes, you may rely on the areas that require your attention. You may think about extra possibilities if there are further areas where you need help.

Locating support providers

You must ensure that you receive the services and assistance you requested after your plan has been approved. The earlier you start, the better, as delays result in wasted time and cause you to lose some of your strategy. Depending on your location, speak with knowledgeable individuals to get their advice on how to proceed or get in touch with our professionals at Prime Ability Assist Services for assistance. If you need more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Prime Ability Assist Services since we connect NDIS participants with skilled service providers.

Top 5 tips for before you start planning

  • Ahead of your planning meeting, be sure to prepare.
  • Make sure you clearly define and broaden your objectives.
  • Pick a strategy that will give you safety and independence.
  • Although informal help is beneficial, get professional support.
  • Always think things out before making a decision.