Assistive Technology for Anxiety Disorders
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Anxiety Disorders, how the AT process works, and how to get it into your plan.
Assistive technology (AT) — from simple aids to powered equipment — helps many people with Anxiety Disorders do things more safely and independently. This guide explains the AT that can help, how the NDIS funds it, and how to get it into your plan.
Understanding Anxiety Disorders and assistive technology
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions in Australia, affecting approximately 1 in 4 Australians in any given year. The anxiety disorder category includes several distinct conditions: generalised…
AT that can help with Anxiety Disorders
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Anxiety Disorders commonly includes are:
How the NDIS funds assistive technology
AT is funded from your Capital budget, and the process depends on cost and complexity:
Getting AT into your plan
To fund AT for Anxiety Disorders, plan ahead: