National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
About the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides funding for reasonable and necessary supports that help eligible people with disability work towards their goals and participate in everyday life.
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Depending on your individual needs and plan, NDIS funding may include supports such as assistive technology, therapeutic supports and home modifications.
How LifeTec can help
LifeTec is a registered NDIS provider offering independent assessment, advice and support in assistive technology, communication and home modifications.
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Our allied health professionals work with you to understand your needs, explore suitable options and provide recommendations to support your everyday activities and participation.
Explore assistive technology options through assessment, trials and recommendations tailored to your needs. We can help you understand the options available and provide supporting documentation where required.
Our Speech Pathologists help people explore Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) options, from low-tech communication tools to high-tech devices and communication programs.
Our Occupational Therapists assess your needs and recommend home modifications that may improve safety, access and independence. We support minor and complex home modification pathways, working with relevant tradespeople where required.
We help explore alternative ways to access computers, devices and technology when standard methods aren't suitable for your needs.
Not sure how assistive technology or home modifications may be funded?
Explore our guides:
Understanding Your NDIS Funding
Your NDIS plan is based on your individual goals, needs and circumstances. The funding available to you depends on your plan and the supports included.
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LifeTec can help you understand the assessment and documentation that may be needed when exploring assistive technology or home modifications.
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Depending on the service and your circumstances, the process may involve:
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Assessments to understand your needs and how they affect everyday life.
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Trials to explore suitable equipment or technology options.
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Quotes outlining the recommended solution and its costs.
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Supporting reports explaining your needs and the reasons for a recommendation.
The NDIS has specific requirements for different supports. An assessment or recommendation does not guarantee that the NDIS will fund a particular item or service.
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If you're unsure what information you need, our team can explain the process relevant to your service.
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Learn more about Guide to NDIS support budgets.
Understanding NDIS Travel Costs
When LifeTec provides an NDIS service at your home or another location, provider travel costs may apply.
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Depending on your location and the service you receive, eligible travel costs may be claimed from your NDIS funding. These may include a clinician's travel time and agreed non-labour travel costs, such as vehicle running costs, parking or tolls, where permitted under the applicable NDIS rules.
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Any applicable travel arrangements and costs will be discussed with you and documented in your service agreement before services begin.
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Travel costs are subject to current NDIS pricing arrangements and may use part of your available NDIS funding.
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Learn more about NDIS Pricing Arrangements
Why Choose LifeTec
Supporting Queenslanders since 1981
Experienced allied health professionals
Independent advice based on your needs
NDIS‑compliant reports for low, mid and high‑cost AT
NDIS Resources
Understand the risks and different pricing category of assistive technology products.
Learn about additional features and other funding sources, why you need to go through AT assessments and how to choose your AT provider.​
Learn about the three types of support budgets that may be funded in your NDIS plan.
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Self-managing your NDIS funding gives you control, independence and flexibility in arranging and paying for your supports.
Learn about the benefits and responsibilities of managing your own NDIS plan.​
Ever wonder why do you need to sign a service agreement before your provider can work with you?
Learn why is a service agreement important and what to consider when making a service agreement.​
Service bookings are used to set aside funding for an NDIS registered provider for a support or service they will deliver.
Learn about how to change or cancel a service booking.​