NDIS FAQs

What's NDIS?

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government-funded scheme in Australia that provides funding directly to eligible individuals with disabilities to help them achieve their goals and live more independent lives.

Am I eligible?

To be eligible for the NDIS, you must be under 65 years old when you apply, be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent or special category visa, and have a permanent and significant disability that affects your ability to participate in everyday activities.

Go to the Eligibility Checklist at this link:

NDIS Eligibility Checklist

My Aged Care provides support for people aged 65 and over, while the NDIS supports people with disabilities under 65.

How do I apply?

You can apply by yourself or we can assist you in your application. Just talk to us and we will help.

What types of supports are funded?

The types of supports that the NDIS may fund for participants include:

• Daily personal activities
• Transport to enable participation in community, social, economic and daily life activities
• Workplace help to allow a participant to successfully get or keep employment in the open or supported labour market
• Therapeutic supports including behaviour support
• Help with household tasks to allow the participant to maintain their home environment
• Help to a participant by skilled personnel in aids or equipment assessment, set up and training
• Home modification design and construction
• Mobility equipment
• Vehicle modifications

What supports are not funded or provided by the NDIS?

The NDIS Act and the rules made under the NDIS Act also tell us which supports will not be funded by the NDIS. The NDIS cannot fund a support that is:

• The responsibility of another government system or community service
• Not related to a person’s disability
• Relates to day-to-day living costs that are not related to a participant's support needs
• Is likely to cause harm to the participant or pose a risk to others

Is NDIS means tested?

No, the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) is not means-tested, meaning your income or assets do not affect your eligibility or the level of support you receive.

Can I transfer my existing NDIS services to MCG?

Yes absolutely. You can transfer your existing NDIS to Merit Care. We welcome all transfers and will assist you throughout the entire process to make it easy and seamless.

How do I transfer my existing NDIS services to MCG?

Just contact us, and we’ll handle the transfer for you.