NDIS Funding & Budget for Cerebral Palsy
How NDIS funding works for Cerebral Palsy: the three budget types, what a plan typically funds, and how to set goals that unlock the right supports.
An NDIS plan for Cerebral Palsy is built from your goals and assessed needs, not a fixed list. This guide explains the three budget types, what a plan for Cerebral Palsy typically funds, and how to ask for the right supports at your planning meeting.
Understanding Cerebral Palsy and your NDIS plan
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in childhood, affecting approximately 1 in 500 births — around 34,000 Australians. It is caused by damage to or abnormal development of the brain before, during…
How NDIS budgets work
Every NDIS plan is divided into three budgets. Understanding them helps you plan for Cerebral Palsy:
What a plan for Cerebral Palsy typically funds
Mapped to those budgets, a plan for Cerebral Palsy often includes:
Setting goals that unlock funding
The NDIS funds supports that connect to your goals, so it's worth writing goals that reflect what Cerebral Palsy makes harder. Examples might include maintaining independence at home, staying connected to your community,…