Assistive Technology for Turner Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Turner 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 Turner 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 Turner Syndrome and assistive technology
Turner syndrome is a chromosomal condition affecting females, caused by complete or partial absence of one X chromosome (karyotype 45,X or mosaic variants). It occurs in approximately 1 in 2,500 female births and is the…
AT that can help with Turner Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Turner 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 Turner Syndrome, plan ahead: