Assistive Technology for Deafness & Hearing Impairment
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Deafness & Hearing Impairment, 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 Deafness & Hearing Impairment 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 Deafness & Hearing Impairment and assistive technology
Hearing impairment is one of the most prevalent disabilities in Australia, affecting approximately 3.8 million Australians — over 15% of the population. Hearing loss is classified by type (conductive, sensorineural,…
AT that can help with Deafness & Hearing Impairment
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Deafness & Hearing Impairment 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 Deafness & Hearing Impairment, plan ahead: