the process
how to apply
Have you submitted an NDIS Psychosocial Application, and been rejected? Or perhaps you are confused as to where to start? We can help!
Eligibility for NDIS
Do You Meet The Criteria?
A Psychosocial disability is a name used to describe when a person`s mental health condition is severe and has a significant impact on a person’s day-to-day life, in which they require a wide range of support to help a person function in their day-to-day. Not everyone who has a mental health condition is deemed to have a psychosocial disability.
To be eligible for the NDIS, certain criteria must be met and accessed. A great starting point is to use the NDIS I Am Eligible tool.
In addition to the usual eligibility requirements, some further additions are necessary when applying for the NDIS with a Psychosocial Disability:
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- There is an impairment that is attributed to a psychiatric condition
- Impairment is likely to be permanent
- Impairments results in substantially reduced functional capacity
- The impairment affects the person`s capacity for social or economic participation
- The person is likely to require lifelong support
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Evidence
What do you need?
There is a number of different types of evidence that you can use when applying for the NDIS. Those usually come from a person`s treating team such as GP, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Occupational therapist, Speech Pathologist and others involved.
The most important part of your NDIS application is focusing on the impact that your mental health has on your day-to-day activities.
Not all areas must be impacted by the mental health condition.
How we can help?
If you have gathered all your evidence, completed an NDIS access and are almost ready to submit your application, you can reach out to Your Journey Compass to look over your application prior submitting it. If you are accepted as a participant of the NDIS, we can support and guide you through your pre-planning meeting.
How to submit the application:
Communication
Being understood in spoken, written, or sign language; understanding others, and the ability to express needs.
Social interaction
Making & keeping friends, interacting with the community, behaving within limits accepted by others, & the ability to cope with feelings and emotions in a social context.
learning
Understanding & remembering information, learning new things, practicing & using new skills.
Mobility
The ability to move around the home and community to undertake ordinary activities of daily living requires the use of limbs.
self-care
A person’s ability to look after their own personal care, hygiene, grooming, feeding & healthcare needs.
self-management
A person’s ability to organise their own life; plan and make decisions; and take responsibility.
Note
Please note that support with applications is limited to psychosocial disability and a waitlist is in place. By using our support, we cannot guarantee that your application will be successful as you will be accessed by the NDIS. By using our services, you confirm that you have understood and agreed with Your Journey Compass providing a helping hand.