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Low Cost AT - Personal Mobility

Line Item Description

The NDIS support item 03_120000911_0105_1_1 Low Cost AT - Personal Mobility provides funding for assistive technology (AT) that supports a participant's personal movement and transfer needs. The primary goal of this support is to enhance independence, safety, and participation in daily life both within the home and the broader community.

Support Category and Purpose

This line item is generally included in a participant's Core support budget, typically within the Consumables section. It is specifically categorised under Personal Mobility Equipment (Registration Group 0105) and is intended for equipment that is readily available, simple to set up, and considered low-risk.

Examples of Supported Items

The funding covers essential, low-cost mobility equipment that helps overcome functional limitations related to a participant's disability. Examples of the supports that may be claimed under this line item include:

Walking Aids: Such as walking sticks, canes, and simple walking frames or rollators (four-wheeled walkers).

Manual Mobility Equipment: Including basic, non-specialised manual wheelchairs.

Simple Transfer Aids: Accessories and products to assist in personal transfer or movement (e.g., a transfer belt).

All purchases must be reasonable and necessary, directly relate to the participant’s disability support needs, and represent value for money.

Accessing the Support

For most low-cost, low-risk items under this support, participants who are self-managed or plan-managed can often purchase the equipment directly from a retail supplier or a provider without needing to seek a formal quote or pre-approval from the NDIA. The simplicity and accessibility of this line item ensure participants can quickly obtain necessary items to maintain or increase their independence.