How to use my NDIS plan?

How to use my NDIS plan?

Congratulations on receiving your NDIS plan! Here are 10 tips to help you get started:

• Read the document once over.

• If you have Support Coordination funding, sign up a Support Coordinator to explain the plan thoroughly.

• If you need further help, find a NDIS Local Area Coordinator near you and contact them for free assistance.

• Once you know your budget, think about the services you want to engage with to achieve your NDIS goals. Support Coordinators can help you find the right supports and services.

• Shortlist service NDIS registered providers, review their websites, and contact them to check costs and availabilities.

• Ensure the service providers are a good fit for you and can work within your budget. Support Coordinators can help you create a Schedule of Supports and check its budget.

• Sign a Service Agreement with your chosen service provider to clarify the services and budget.

• Book your first appointment or service.

• If you have a Plan Manager, they can assist you in paying service providers with Service Agreements. Many have budget apps that allow you to view your budget, invoices, and balance-to-go. Your Support Coordinator or LAC can explain the other options of self-managed or Agency Managed.

• Add the NDIS app via your My Gov and have your NDIS plan electronically wherever you go with your smartphone, or when you are at a computer.