Understanding the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme can feel overwhelming at first. We've put together a plain-English guide to help you understand your funding, your rights, and how to get the most out of your plan.
NDIS Registered Provider
GPS meets all NDIS Quality & Safeguarding standards
What is the NDIS?
Support designed around you
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an Australian Government program that provides funding to people with permanent and significant disability. It's designed to help you live a more independent life, achieve your goals, and participate in your community.
Unlike previous disability support systems, the NDIS is individualised — your plan is built around your specific needs, goals, and circumstances. You choose the supports and providers that work best for you.
The NDIS is managed by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). As a registered NDIS provider, Greater Possibilities Support works within the NDIS framework to deliver the supports in your plan.
NDIS funding categories
How your plan funding works
NDIS funding is divided into support categories. Each category covers different types of support. Here are the categories most relevant to GPS services:
Assistance with Daily Life
Covers support with personal care, household tasks, and daily living activities. This is the category that funds our Daily Living Support service.
Assistance with Social, Economic & Community Participation
Funds support to help you access community activities, social events, and recreational programs. This covers our Community Access service.
Transport
Provides funding for transport to help you get to appointments, activities, and community events. This funds our Wheelchair Transport service.
Supported Independent Living
A specialist funding category for people who need support to live as independently as possible, either alone or with others. Requires a separate SIL assessment.
Not sure which category covers your needs? Our team can help you understand your plan and identify the right funding categories for the supports you need. Just get in touch.
Getting started with GPS
Four simple steps to get started
Check your eligibility
To access the NDIS, you need to be under 65, an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and have a permanent disability that significantly affects your daily life. Visit the NDIS website or call 1800 800 110 to check your eligibility.
Get your NDIS plan
Once approved, you'll have a planning meeting with the NDIA to develop your plan. Your plan will outline your goals and the funding available for each support category. Bring a support person if it helps.
Contact GPS
Once you have your plan, get in touch with us. We'll have a friendly, no-pressure conversation about your goals and how our services can support you. We'll explain exactly how we work and what to expect.
Sign a service agreement
If you're happy to proceed, we'll set up a service agreement that outlines the supports we'll provide, the hours, and the rates. Everything is transparent — no hidden fees or surprises.
Plan management
How is your NDIS plan managed?
Agency managed
The NDIA pays providers directly from your plan. You can only use registered providers like GPS.
Plan managed
A plan manager handles payments on your behalf. You can use both registered and unregistered providers.
Self managed
You manage your own funding and pay providers directly. You have the most flexibility in choosing providers.
GPS works with all three plan management types. We'll work with your plan manager or the NDIA to handle the billing side — you just focus on your goals.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Ready to take the next step?
Our team is here to answer your questions and help you understand how GPS can support your NDIS journey.
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