NDIS & AQ: Resources & support
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides funding for eligible people (up to age 65) with disability to access support services. Autism Queensland (AQ) is a registered NDIS service provider.
The NDIS provides funding for eligible people with disability to access the supports and services they need to work towards their goals, build independence and participate more fully in their communities.
The scheme is administered by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).
Accessing the NDIS
To access the NDIS, you generally need to meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Disability: Have a permanent disability that significantly affects your ability to participate in everyday activities.
- Age: Be under 65 years old when you first apply.
- Residency: Live in Australia and be an Australian citizen, hold a permanent visa, or hold a Protected Special Category visa.
Autism Queensland and the NDIS
Autism Queensland’s is a registered NDIS provider in Queensland (provider number: 229 186 19). We are registered to provide the following classes/categories of support services as outlined by the NDIS:
- 0102: Assistance to access and maintain employment or higher education
- 0104: High Intensity Daily Personal Activities
- 0107: Assistance with daily personal activities
- 0108: Assistance with travel/transport arrangements
- 0110: Specialist Positive Behaviour Support
- 0115: Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement
- 0117: Development of daily living and life skills
- 0118: Early intervention supports for early childhood
- 0125: Participation in community, social and civic activities
- 0128: Therapeutic supports
- 0136: Group and centre-based activities
- 0138: Assistance with supported independent living
The prices AQ charges for NDIS-attributable services are aligned to the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits Guide. NDIS pricing is subject to change, see the NDIS website for more information.
NDIS contact information
Whilst Autism Queensland can help support any questions you may have, we are not directly affiliated with the NDIS. For specific questions regarding your eligibility, your funding coverage and entitlements, or other NDIS-related questions, please contact the NDIS directly. Please feel free to contact us if you would like more information about the services we provide under the NDIS that may be suitable for you or your family’s needs.
NDIS Contacts:
- Phone: 1800 800 110
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.ndis.gov.au
- Webchat: www.ndis.gov.au/contact
