Assistive Technology for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, 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 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 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 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and assistive technology
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) develops in some people following exposure to a traumatic event — actual or threatened death, serious injury, or sexual violence. PTSD is characterised by four symptom clusters:…
AT that can help with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 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 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, plan ahead: