Assistive Technology for Tourette Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Tourette 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 Tourette 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 Tourette Syndrome and assistive technology
Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by the presence of both multiple motor tics and at least one vocal (phonic) tic, with tics persisting for more than one year and first appearing…
AT that can help with Tourette Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Tourette 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 Tourette Syndrome, plan ahead: