Highgate Park

In reply to the Hon. K.L. VINCENT (7 July 2016).

The Hon. P. MALINAUSKAS (Minister for Police, Minister for Correctional Services, Minister for Emergency Services, Minister for Road Safety): The Minister for Disabilities has advised:

A person becomes a participant in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) when they meet the access criteria. These include the age, residence and either the disability or early intervention requirements. These criteria are outlined in the Commonwealth National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013.

Generally, a person meets the age requirements if they are aged under 65 when an access request is made. An NDIS participant can continue to receive supports from the NDIS when they turn 65 years and as they age.