Assistive Technology for Motor Neurone Disease
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Motor Neurone Disease, 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 Motor Neurone Disease 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 Motor Neurone Disease and assistive technology
Motor Neurone Disease (MND) — known internationally as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig's Disease — is a progressive neurological condition that destroys motor neurons (nerve cells controlling muscle…
AT that can help with Motor Neurone Disease
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Motor Neurone Disease 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 Motor Neurone Disease, plan ahead: