Assistive Technology for Younger Onset Dementia
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Younger Onset Dementia, 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 Younger Onset Dementia 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 Younger Onset Dementia and assistive technology
Younger onset dementia — sometimes called early onset dementia — refers to any form of dementia diagnosed before the age of 65. It is not a single disease but an umbrella term covering Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal…
AT that can help with Younger Onset Dementia
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Younger Onset Dementia 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 Younger Onset Dementia, plan ahead: