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NDIS Advocacy
Easy Read Guide

This page explains your rights and how to get help to speak up in the NDIS, using clear and simple language.

What this page is about

This page explains NDIS advocacy in Easy Read.

It uses:

  • Clear and simple words
  • Short sentences
  • Helpful icons
  • Extra space to make reading easier

This page helps you understand your rights and how we support you to speak up in the NDIS.

The NDIS can be confusing

Many people find the NDIS hard to understand.

You might feel:

  • Confused
  • Stressed
  • Tired
  • Not listened to

This is very common. You are not alone.

Your rights

Under the NDIS, you have rights.

These rights help make sure you are treated fairly.

  • You have the right to be listened to.
  • You have the right to ask the NDIS to explain their decisions.
  • You have the right to give your own evidence.
  • You have the right to ask for changes to your plan.
  • You have the right to challenge decisions you disagree with.

We can help you understand these rights in clear, simple language.

What we help with

Talking to the NDIS

We help you write clear messages and questions.

Understanding decisions

We explain NDIS letters in simple words.

Finding evidence

We help you know which reports or letters you need.

Asking for changes

We help you ask for updates to your plan.

Challenging decisions

We help you understand reviews and appeals.

Staying organised

We help you take one step at a time.

How it works

1. Tell us what is happening

You fill out a simple form.

2. We read your information

An advocate looks at your details.

3. We guide your next steps

You get simple instructions to follow.

Common problems people have

Many people tell us they have problems like:

  • Not understanding NDIS letters or decisions.
  • Waiting a long time for answers.
  • Not knowing what evidence to give the NDIS.
  • Feeling like the NDIS is not listening.
  • Not knowing how to ask for changes or a review.

These problems are very common. We can help you understand what to do next.

Your privacy

Your information is private.

We keep your details safe.

We only use your information to help you with the NDIS.

Who pays for this support?

The NDIS usually pays for this support.

It can be paid through:

  • Support Coordination
  • Capacity Building
  • Other funding, if it fits your needs

We explain everything clearly. There are no surprise fees.

Start here

You can start now by filling out the simple form. We will read your information and help you take your next step.

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