Assistive Technology for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), how the AT process works, and how to get it into your pl
Assistive technology (AT) — from simple aids to powered equipment — helps many people with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) 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 Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and assistive technology
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong condition caused by exposure to alcohol before birth, which can damage the developing brain and body. It is the most common preventable, non-genetic cause of…
AT that can help with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) 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 Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), plan ahead: