Frequently Asked Questions

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a longstanding proposed policy implemented to help fund and support eligible Australians living with permanent or significant disabilities.

Connect Coordination Qld is a registered Brisbane NDIS provider. A lifelong government-funded scheme that enables suitable participants to become more independent through our provider assistance, to ensure your needs and goals are properly achieved.

The NDIS eligibility criteria consists of:

• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or an Australian citizen with a Protected Special Category Visa.

• Must be aged under 65 years.

• Have a permanent disability that restrains your ability to interact and perform everyday activities.

• Needs assistance from specialised equipment or a person for functionality purposes.

For further information about your eligibility, visit the NDIS website and checklist to determine if you qualify for NDIS support.

If you believe you are eligible for NDIS support, you will need to:

Complete the Access Request (AR) form

• You can find this online or at a NDIS office accessible to you.

For access to the NDIS, you can apply as:

• Yourself

• Parent/Guardian for your child

• Their legal representative

The NDIS scheme has a broad spectrum of disability supportive services, but it will be tailored to meet your specific needs and relevant circumstances. Your supportive care will be funded through for reasonable and necessary services to help you with:

• Progression towards independent growth

• Community participation and access

• Support coordination

• Added help with daily activities

• Improving skills to manage challenges and lifestyle

• Looking for employment opportunities

There are several options where funding your NDIS plan can be fitted to your liking. Specifically, there are three options, and you can have:

• NDIA Managed – The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) will oversee your funding and plan your NDIS support.

• NDIS Planning Manager – A professional manager that can help you navigate your NDIS plan.

• Managed by You – You will have independent control over your NDIS plan.

We believe in the power of building connections as a personalised care provider. Our supportive disability services will help you achieve your needs and aspirations. We value your development towards independence and personal growth. At Connect Coordination, we want to see you progress on your journey to make a lifetime of memories entail of happiness and fulfilment.