Stated supports

Funding locked to a specific purpose in your plan that can’t be spent flexibly.

What it means

Stated supports are funding in your plan that is locked to a specific support or purpose and cannot be moved or spent flexibly on anything else. They are the opposite of flexible funding, where you can choose across a range of supports within a budget. When a support is stated, the money is set aside for that one thing only.

The NDIA uses stated supports where it wants funding used for a particular purpose, such as a specific therapy or a specific item. This might be because the support was identified as necessary and the NDIA wants to make sure the funding goes towards it, rather than being spent elsewhere.

In practice

If part of your plan is stated, you will usually see it described in a way that ties the funding to a named support or purpose. You cannot redirect that money to a different support, even if it sits in a budget that is otherwise flexible. This is important to know so you do not plan to spend it on something it cannot cover.

Because stated supports are fixed, it is worth being clear about what they can and cannot be used for before you enter service agreements. If your needs change and a stated support no longer suits you, you may need to talk to the NDIA about a plan review or reassessment. A support coordinator or plan manager can help you understand which parts of your plan are stated.

A real example

For example, Aisha's plan includes stated funding for a particular therapy her team recommended. That amount is locked to that therapy, so even though her other funding is flexible, she cannot redirect the stated portion to buy consumables or pay for transport instead.

Stated supports — FAQs

What are stated supports?
Stated supports are funding locked to a specific support or purpose that cannot be moved or spent flexibly on other things. They are the opposite of flexible funding. The NDIA uses them where it wants money spent only on a particular support, such as a specific therapy or item, so the funding goes towards that purpose.
How are stated supports different from flexible funding?
Flexible funding lets you choose across a range of supports within a budget, while stated supports are fixed to one named support or purpose. With flexible funding you have room to adjust how you spend; with stated supports you do not. The money set aside as stated can only be used for the thing it is stated for.
Can I change how I use stated supports?
No, not within your current plan. Stated supports are locked to their set purpose and cannot be redirected to other supports. If your needs change and a stated support no longer suits you, you may need to speak with the NDIA about a plan review or reassessment. A support coordinator can help you take that step.
Why does the NDIA use stated supports?
The NDIA states supports when it wants funding used for a particular purpose, such as a specific therapy or item identified as necessary. Stating the support helps make sure the money goes towards that purpose rather than being spent elsewhere. It gives certainty that the funding will be available for the support it was intended for.
How do I know if part of my plan is stated?
Stated supports are usually described in your plan in a way that ties the funding to a named support or purpose. If you are unsure which parts are stated and which are flexible, ask your support coordinator or plan manager. They can go through your plan with you so you know exactly where each portion of funding can be used.

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