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At Sunrise2Sunrise, we know just about everything there is to know about the disability sector and the NDIS application process.<\/p>\n
Our team\u2019s combined knowledge and experience stretches back decades. Ravi, our Managing Director and Malvin, Executive General Manager, had been in the industry for years before they began Sunrise2Sunrise in 2018.<\/p>\n
Our goal is to spread this knowledge as far and wide as possible \u2013 not just to the suburbs we service, but beyond, to the wider community.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re trying to secure NDIS funding and found yourself stuck, rest assured you\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s no doubt that the NDIS (National Disability Support Scheme) should be Insurance is a welcome and needed support framework for those living with a disability, but it\u2019s not without its complexities.<\/p>\n
There are many stages at which people can become overwhelmed and disheartened when applying for the NDIS:<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, too many people think they can only reach out for assistance once they have secured an NDIS plan.<\/p>\n
And because many aspiring applicants are rejected for various reasons, they never end up seeking help and instead continue with life as it is, struggling to get by without the funding they know they need.<\/p>\n
However, more often than not, the reasons for rejection simply refer to an error in the application process.<\/p>\n
In other words, you are eligible for funding; you may simply have been missing a supporting document or some other necessary piece of information.<\/p>\n
If your application has been rejected, then don\u2019t despair. Instead, reach out! We can review your application and see what you can do to give yourself a better chance of securing the support you need.<\/p>\n
We provide guidance and assistance to anyone seeking help with an NDIS application, even if they live outside the areas we cover.<\/p>\n
Recently, we helped a Geelong mother secure funding for her son. Before she came to us, she\u2019d applied for the NDIS four times, been rejected four times, and was struggling to determine the reasons why. Eventually, she reached out to us.<\/p>\n
The first thing we did was what we always do \u2013 meet with the aspiring applicant for a one hour, face-to-face meeting to get to know each other and their particular needs.<\/p>\n
We then went over all the supporting documentation and found why her initial applications had failed.<\/p>\n
Upon our recommendation, the mother took her son to an Occupational Therapist so they could carry out the necessary functionality tests.<\/p>\n
With the results in hand, we then guided her through another application, which was successful. We then provided support at the plan review meeting.<\/p>\n
She is now with an NDIS provider that services the Geelong area, and we wish her and her son all the best.<\/p>\n
The point of this anecdote is twofold. Firstly, a rejection isn\u2019t the end of the story \u2013 even if you\u2019ve been rejected multiple times. Let us look over your previous applications to see where things might have gone wrong.<\/p>\n
Secondly, you don\u2019t need to have a long term future with Sunrise2Sunrise to secure our help.<\/p>\n
If all we can do for you is provide guidance during the application process, then that\u2019s what we\u2019ll do.<\/p>\n
No strings attached.<\/p>\n
We simply want to share our vast knowledge and experience to help people get the support they deserve.<\/p>\n
Below, we detail the four-step process involved when applying to become an NDIS participant.<\/p>\n
Independent organisations like Sunrise2Sunrise can assist at every stage of this process, whether that\u2019s helping you confirm your eligibility, filling out an access request form, or (most crucially) helping you prepare for the planning meeting.<\/p>\n
Always remember \u2013 you can reach out for guidance and advice at any time. If you\u2019ve received a \u201cno\u201d from the NDIA (National Disability Insurance Agency), it might not be the end of the road.<\/p>\n
It may be that you just haven\u2019t ticked all their boxes.<\/p>\n
This is where someone with experience can make the difference.<\/p>\n
One in six Australians live with a disability. That\u2019s around 4.4 million people. Of them, 32% have a severe or profound disability, meaning they need help with daily care, communication or mobility.<\/p>\n
The National Disability Support Scheme (NDIS) provides support for these people, their families and their carers.<\/p>\n
This support is about empowerment; it\u2019s about giving you the means to set and attain goals and to choose where your funding is allocated.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s designed to help you live your life the way you want to.<\/p>\n
When it comes to funding, there are three types of support budgets that can be included within your NDIS plan.<\/p>\n
These are:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Core Supports<\/strong> \u2013 this is the most flexible category of support, helping you with everyday activities such as transport, purchasing consumables and participating in social and community programs. When applying for any sort of government funding, the first step is always to check your eligibility. To access NDIS support, you need to be:<\/p>\n
\nCapacity Building Supports<\/strong> \u2013 this category is about helping you work towards your goals by funding endeavours such as skill building, education, training, accessing employment and improving your health and wellbeing.
\nCapital Supports<\/strong> \u2013 these cover one-off purchases for specific purposes, such as assistive technology, equipment and modifications to your home or vehicle.<\/p>\nStep 1: Check your eligibility<\/em><\/h3>\n