Assistive Technology for Noonan Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Noonan Syndrome, 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 Noonan Syndrome 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 Noonan Syndrome and assistive technology
Noonan syndrome is an autosomal dominant genetic condition caused by gain-of-function mutations in genes encoding components of the RAS/MAPK signalling pathway — most commonly PTPN11 (approximately 50% of cases),…
AT that can help with Noonan Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Noonan Syndrome 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 Noonan Syndrome, plan ahead: