The NDIS entitles people with a permanent and significant disability to full funding for any reasonable or necessary support needs related to their disability.
The scheme was legislated in 2013, officially introduced in July 2016 and is expected to be in full operation nationally by 2020 (link opens in a new window). The NDIS is overseen by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). There are certain restrictions, and it applies only to those under 65 years.
About the NDIS
Permanent and Significant/Reasonable and Necessary
My NDIS Pathway
NDIS Supports for the deaf and hard-of-hearing
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NDIS access requirements for people with hearing loss (Deafness Forum of Australia)
NDIS: Newly diagnosed hearing loss
Information on the NDIS and hearing services (Dept. of Health)
