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What Is the NDIS?

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) first started with a few trial locations around Australia in 2013, and then became fully available across the country from July 2016.

The main goal of the NDIS is to provide funding and practical support for people living with disabilities, allowing them greater freedom and choice to select services that align with their personal goals and lifestyle.

The NDIS directly supports people with disabilities, helping them gain independence, get involved in their local communities, and find work if that's one of their goals.

At Beacon Support, we work alongside participants and their families to make the most of what the NDIS can offer – with personalised, flexible care delivered by a team who genuinely cares.

NDIS Service Providers

Who is Eligible for the NDIS?

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is the organisation that runs the NDIS. They’re the ones who assess and decide whether someone is eligible to receive NDIS funding.

To access support through the NDIS, you must meet the following criteria:

  • You’re an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a Protected Special Category Visa
  • You’re under 65 years of age when you apply
  • You have a permanent or significant disability that affects how you take part in everyday activities
  • Or, you have a child who may benefit from early intervention support

What is Early Intervention?

Early intervention is available to people who may not have a permanent disability yet, but who could benefit from support early on to improve their outcomes over time.

This includes:

  • Children under 7 who are experiencing developmental delay – for example, delays with communication, movement, learning, or self-care
  • People with conditions that are likely to be permanent who would benefit from supports to reduce future needs

If you're unsure whether you or your loved one meet the eligibility requirements, we’re happy to help explain the process and support you through it.

NDIS service providers and their roles

NDIS Service Providers and Their Role

NDIS service providers are people or organisations that deliver the services funded through someone’s NDIS plan. This can include help at home, personal care, transport, or support with getting involved in the community.

If you’re using a registered provider, it means they’ve met certain standards set by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. They’ve been through audits, follow the right processes, and are accountable if something goes wrong. It gives you a bit more security in knowing what to expect.

At Beacon Support, we offer services based on what each person actually needs. That might include:

  • Support with self-care and day-to-day tasks
  • Help getting to appointments or going out
  • Assistance around the house — cleaning, meals, laundry
  • Support with medication or coordinating with your doctor
  • Encouragement to join community activities or social groups
  • Help building independence — like cooking, budgeting, or planning your day
  • Providing equipment if it helps you move around or stay connected
  • Supporting therapy goals or personal milestones

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. We take the time to understand your situation and work with you to put the right support in place.

FAQs

An NDIS service provider is a person or organisation that delivers the supports funded through your NDIS plan. This can include personal care, help around the house, transport, therapy support, and more — depending on your individual needs and goals.

Registered providers are approved by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. They follow strict standards for safety, training, and accountability. Unregistered providers don’t go through that process — some participants still choose them, but using a registered provider gives you more peace of mind.

It depends on how your NDIS plan is managed. If your plan is NDIA-managed, you can only use registered providers. If it’s self-managed or plan-managed, you can choose either registered or unregistered providers.

Yes. You have the right to choose who delivers your supports. If you’re not happy with your current provider, you can switch. It’s a good idea to check your service agreement for any notice periods or exit terms.

You can search for registered providers on the NDIS website. Or, you can reach out to us at Beacon Support. We’re always happy to talk through your needs and see how we can help.

We offer a range of NDIS supports, including personal care, help around the home, transport, community access, medication support, and goal-based assistance. Everything is tailored to you — we don’t believe in cookie-cutter care.

 

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