00:08 This video is about the NDIS
00:11 and how providers can work with the NDIS.
00:17 Are service providers similar to deaf societies and
00:20 interpreter agencies who provide support for deaf people?
00:25 Yes, that’s right. There are many different service providers.
00:28 Some may be an organisation or individuals.
00:32 The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
00:39 is the new way of providing support for people with disability in Australia.
00:46 Will the NDIS support every people with disability in Australia?
00:51 No, not all of them. The NDIS will provide all Australians under the age of 65.
00:58 Only those who are below the age of 65 will receive the NDIS support?
01:01 Yes
01:02 The NDIS will provide support to those who have permanent and significant disability,
01:10 who face barriers everyday, with the necessary supports they need to enjoy an ordinary life.
01:28 When will the NDIS start?
01:30 The NDIS began with some trial sites around Australia from July 2013.
01:36 It will be rolled out gradually around the rest of Australia from 1 July 2016.
01:45 Why did the NDIS start at different time all over Australia?
01:49 The NDIS is being introduced in stages to ensure that it is successful and sustainable.
01:59 People who are eligible for NDIS support are called participants.
02:07 Each participant has their own NDIS plan that identifies the outcomes they wish to achieve,
02:11 what other supports the person requires,
02:13 and choose which individuals or organisations that deliver support or suitable equipment.
02:23 Who will choose which service provider to provide support for people with disability?
02:28 People with disability will choose the providers they want.
02:35 What happens if people with disability are not satisfied with the service provider or the organisation?
02:42 They can change providers at any time. As long as they are happy and satisfied.
02:56 What are the opportunities for providers wanting to work with the NDIS?
03:05 There are plenty of opportunities. By 2019, the Scheme will support about 460,000 Australians with disability.
03:18 How much will the NDIS invest each year?
03:21 The NDIS are expected to invest $22 billion a year in services and equipment.
03:31 What will this mean for service providers wanting to support people with disability?
03:37 There are significant growth opportunities for providers who respond to this new demand.
03:48 How will service providers learn about the NDIS?
03:53 Resources and tools are available to help providers understand the NDIS market environment.
04:15 What are the benefits of working with the NDIS?
04:23 Organisations and people who work with people with disability will benefit greatly from the NDIS.
04:29 They will be part of improving participants’ lives by helping them achieve their goals,
04:34 be part of a vibrant, innovative and competitive marketplace.
04:45 They will also be taking advantage of online systems to reduce paperwork and enjoy fast claim processing.
05:01 How do I become a provider?
05:07 To become an NDIS provider, complete the Provider Registration Kit on the NDIS website.
05:19 Do I have to register now?
05:22 You don’t need to register until you feel ready or until the NDIS is in your area.
05:33 What is the cost of the service from each service provider?
05:36 The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is the Commonwealth agency
05:44 responsible for the sustainability of the NDIS as well as the cost and budgets.
05:51 The supports funded through the NDIS must represent value for money.
06:00 The NDIA will decide the price paid for specific support services and it will be part of the participant’s plan?
06:07 Yes, for now NDIA will decide how much each service is worth.
06:15 Will the prices stay the same?
06:19 Prices are reviewed and updated regularly.
06:25 What if I need help understanding the cost and pricing of services?
06:32 There is a new Costing and Pricing Learning Program which offers a suite of training and support.
06:41 Old services will change and the pricing will be different in this competitive environment.
06:53 Where can I find this information?
06:56 Check it out at www.cplp.nds.org.au
07:07 What other resources and information are available?
07:11 You can call NDIS for more information, detailed price guides
07:15 and NDIS roll out schedules or check out their website.
07:31 How can we ensure the quality and safeguards of each service providers?
07:37 NDIS participants must have access to high quality services that will support them to achieve their goals.
07:52 Will there be rules about quality and safeguards?
07:55 National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is working with State and Territory governments to develop
08:10 a national approach to quality and safeguards that will apply to providers registered with the NDIS.
08:16 Currently, they are still working on it and it may not be ready until the NDIS is fully rolled out.
08:21 Which means until then service providers will have to follow their state’s guidelines.
08:31 What will the NDIS marketplace look like in the future?
08:36 The NDIA values providers and their ability to deliver high quality services
08:41 to people with disability better access and opportunities.
08:49 What happens after the NDIS roll out?
08:53 With the NDIS being worth $22 billion every year,
08:57 this will create thousands of new jobs across the country.
09:04 What does NDIA want to establish with the service providers?
09:10 The NDIA would like to see people with disability have access to a diverse range of providers.
09:17 This way they can have more choice, control and strong links with mainstream services.
09:26 What is the aim of the NDIS?
09:29 The NDIS aims to increase social and economic participation for people with disability.
09:40 For more information about this video, have a look on the website.