NDIS
Government & Politics abbreviation · World Government
| Stands for | National Disability Insurance Scheme |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
NDIS stands for National Disability Insurance Scheme, a world government abbreviation.
Australian scheme that funds individualized support for people with significant and permanent disabilities, such as therapy, equipment and personal care, through plans managed by the National Disability Insurance Agency.
Example: Her NDIS plan covers weekly occupational therapy and a power wheelchair.
Usage notes
It began with trial sites in 2013 and rolled out nationally over the following years, now supporting more than 600,000 participants. Rapid cost growth led to reforms in 2024 that tightened what supports can be funded. It differs from welfare payments in being based on need rather than income.
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