Assistive Technology for Guillain-Barré Syndrome & CIDP
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Guillain-Barré Syndrome & CIDP, 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 Guillain-Barré Syndrome & CIDP 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 Guillain-Barré Syndrome & CIDP and assistive technology
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare disorder in which the immune system attacks the peripheral nerves, stripping away the protective myelin sheath. It usually begins with tingling and weakness in the feet and hands…
AT that can help with Guillain-Barré Syndrome & CIDP
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Guillain-Barré Syndrome & CIDP 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 Guillain-Barré Syndrome & CIDP, plan ahead: