Assistive Technology for Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Wolf-Hirschhorn 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 Wolf-Hirschhorn 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 Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome and assistive technology
Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (WHS) is a rare chromosomal microdeletion syndrome caused by deletion of part of the short arm of chromosome 4 (4p16.3 region). It occurs in approximately 1 in 50,000 births and affects females…
AT that can help with Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Wolf-Hirschhorn 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 Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome, plan ahead: