Assistive Technology for Cerebral Palsy
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Cerebral Palsy, 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 Cerebral Palsy 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 Cerebral Palsy and assistive technology
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in childhood, affecting approximately 1 in 500 births — around 34,000 Australians. It is caused by damage to or abnormal development of the brain before, during…
AT that can help with Cerebral Palsy
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Cerebral Palsy 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 Cerebral Palsy, plan ahead: