What NDIS participants need to know ahead of major reforms

Parliament has approved a series of reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), with key changes to be introduced from Oct. 3.

These adjustments will bring new rules for participants and how their funding can be utilised, according to the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).

NDIA offers assurances amid NDIS changes

In a message addressing the upcoming changes, NDIA CEO Rebecca Falkingham acknowledged potential concerns from participants but emphasised that the scheme’s core function remains unchanged.

“I want to reassure you that for most people, not much will change about the way you experience the NDIS now,” she said, adding that most participants will not see immediate impacts from the legislative changes.

The NDIA plans to provide continuous updates and assistance throughout the transition, with a focus on keeping participants informed before any changes take effect.

Practical shifts are expected to be more noticeable as the scheme gradually adopts the new planning framework later in 2024.

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