Understanding Recent NDIS Funding Updates: What You Need to Know

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Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can sometimes feel overwhelming—especially when it comes to understanding what supports can and cannot be funded. Over the past year, the NDIS has made important updates to clarify these distinctions, helping participants and providers like us offer services that are more aligned with the funding guidelines.

In this blog post, we break down the key changes and what they mean for you and your family, based on the updated guidance found on the NDIS “Would We Fund It?” page.

What Does the NDIS Fund?

The NDIS funds supports and services that are considered “reasonable and necessary” to help participants pursue their goals, increase independence, and participate more fully in the community.

To be funded, a support must:

• Be related to your disability

• Help you pursue your goals in your NDIS plan

• Represent value for money

• Be effective and beneficial for you

• Take into account what is reasonable to expect from family, carers, and the community

• Not be more appropriately funded by another system (like health or education)

What Is

Not

Funded?

There are also clearer examples of what the NDIS does not cover. These include:

• Daily living costs that are not related to a participant’s disability (e.g., rent, groceries)

• Supports that are more appropriately provided by other government services

• Anything that is not deemed safe, legal, or evidence-based

• Items or services that are not directly linked to your functional needs or disability-related goals

These updates help ensure NDIS funding is used effectively and fairly for all participants.

What This Means for Our Clients

At South Coast Therapy & Support Group, we are committed to providing high-quality support that aligns with your NDIS plan and complies with current guidelines. Every request for therapy, equipment, or support is carefully assessed by your treating therapist to ensure it meets NDIS funding requirements.

This means that sometimes we have to say no to requests—not because we don’t want to help, but because the NDIS may not consider them reasonable and necessary. Our priority is to guide you toward services that will be most beneficial and are eligible for funding, so you can make the most of your plan.

Need Help Understanding Your Plan?

If you’re unsure whether a service or support can be funded, we’re here to help. Our therapists are trained to interpret and apply the most recent NDIS guidelines so you can feel confident in your care.

Reach out to your therapist or contact our office to book a planning session today.