Assistive Technology for Epilepsy
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Epilepsy, 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 Epilepsy 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 Epilepsy and assistive technology
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterised by recurrent, unprovoked seizures — caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It affects over 250,000 Australians across all ages. Epilepsy is not a single…
AT that can help with Epilepsy
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Epilepsy 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 Epilepsy, plan ahead: