Set up by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), The NDIS provides revolutionary support to Australians with disabilities, their families and carers. Under the NDIS, 460,000 participants below age 65 with a permanent and significant disability have the resources to live an ordinary life.
This insurance scheme adopts a lifetime approach, investing in people with disability early to improve future outcomes. Thanks to NDIS funding, Australians have peace of mind knowing that loved ones who are born with or acquire a lifelong disability can access the care they deserve.
As a registered provider under the NDIS, Songbird can support you on your NDIS journey!
The NDIS will pay for reasonable and necessary supports related to your disability. This financial assistance must be required to live an ordinary life and reach personal goals.
These services cater to all Australians through the health, justice and education systems, such as public housing and aged care.
Rewarding day programs and recreational facilities are available within the local community, including sports teams, social clubs and amenities like libraries.
Dedicated family and friends contribute to disability care on a daily basis, making a huge difference to quality of life.
NDIA stands for National Disability Insurance Agency. This government body is responsible for ensuring that people with disabilities receive the support they need and deserve.
To do this, they have established the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This revolutionary system supports people with disabilities, their carers and families. With an emphasis on flexibility and choice, it provides personalised funding to each participant through a tailored NDIS plan.
To become a registered provider of NDIS support, an organisation must meet the NDIS quality and safeguards standards. If you are receiving disability services from a non-registered provider, make sure they have appropriate qualifications, safety checks and staff training.
To be eligible for the NDIS, you must:
You can learn more about NDIS eligibility here.
The NDIA considers any support that enables participants to achieve otherwise challenging goals as reasonable and necessary.
These goals can involve a variety of life domains, such as living arrangements, social bonds, education or employment.
NDIS-funded support services will help participants to:
We understand if you are wondering how to apply for the NDIS. It can seem like a daunting process, so we’ve outlined the stages below:
We provide a variety of NDIS supports for individuals with a disability, including Supported Independent Living, and Day Programs and Activities.
No matter your ability, we can help you to:
Please get in touch with our team on (02) 4048 4220 to learn how we can assist you in living life your way.
It’s important to note the types of support that won’t be funded by the NDIS. Services that will not be covered are:
Songbird is a modern disability services provider offering a range of NDIS supports across Newcastle, Maitland and the Hunter. As a registered NDIS provider since day one, we can help you navigate this revolutionary scheme and stay up-to-date with its latest news and information.
If you would like a career in disability support, please follow the link below to see if there are any opportunities to work with us. By joining Songbird, you will be enhancing the lives of people with disabilities, their families and carers. We are always happy to hear from enthusiastic applicants!
