Having a disability should not limit anyone from enjoying a comfortable life of dignity. This is where the National Disability Insurance Scheme comes in handy. Lifetime Disability Service is a registered NDIS transport provider in Melbourne offering specialised assistance for transportation and travel for people with disabilities. We ensure safety and comfort while making certain that all your travel requirements are met as per your expectations.
Our certified team of dedicated caretakers and drivers make sure that you have a comfortable journey. The vehicles used for transportation are insured and covered as per the standard Australian guidelines. All our drivers are meticulous, following all the protocols that are mandatory for NDIS travel assistance services. They hold a valid licence and have the training needed for driving a vehicle that is designed for the ease of NDIS participants.
Whenever you need our assist travel & transport NDIS service, all you have to do is give us a call. We are registered NDIS service provider, Our services are available around the clock as well as on weekends and public holidays. Whether you need emergency travel assistance, regular visits to hospital, community centre or a relative, we can assist you with all your travel needs. In addition, if you have unfortunately met with an accident that has left you temporarily or permanently disabled, our dedicated support workers can assist you in the post-traumatic phase and help you adjust to a new lifestyle as required by your health and physical condition. Our skill development program provides more independence to NDIS participants if they want to travel by public transport like a taxi or bus.
As a part of our assist travel and transport NDIS service, we ensure:
Transportation service for NDIS participants in Melbourne provides assistive mobility and training. In order to help you travel using public transport like the subway and buses, the NDIS transport service for disability offers professional caretakers for assistance. If you wish to travel autonomously, our well–trained staff provides participants with training on how to catch a bus or a taxi. The NDIS taxi service includes private to public transportation service aided with substantial aids and equipment.
NDIS Transport Funding is the funding by Australian governments at the federal and territory level that are further allocated by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) for the safe travel of participants. NDIS participants are individuals with disabilities who require support and services. The transport funding is provided to participants for their safe travel and well–being.
The NDIS disability transport funding is used to cover the costs of:
A participant can use the funds to travel privately or publicly. The funds are provided by authorities after proper assessment and analysis of the total fund needed for travelling per year.
If you are an NDIS participant, your NDIS travel and transport funding is determined by how frequently you need a conveyance. Whether you need a taxi on a daily basis or special NDIS vehicles occasionally, the requirements and circumstances are all taken into consideration during your assessment by NDIA officials. While renewing your plan or applying for an NDIS plan, you must put forth genuine points as to why you need transportation funding. NDIS transport service packages are divided into three levels:
Level 1 : If you do not have any official reason like work or education to travel daily but need this just for community interaction, then NDIS will provide you with $1,606 per year.
Level 2 : If you have a job, studying any course or have other social commitments the NDIS will provide you up to $2,472 per year.
Level 3 : If you are occupied with work, education or other activities for 15 hours or more per week, the NDIS will provide you with $3, 456 per year.
Our team cares for your safe travel and thus, Lifetime disability Service offers reliable transport support. Whether you need to travel for work, study or leisure activities, we are there to assist you. To know more details about our travel and transportation service under NDIS, give us a call on 0431 271 911 or email us at [email protected].
The yearly estimate depends on the mobility requirement of each NDIS participant. Whether you want assistance or training for travelling, our staff will be there to help you. The annual fund is divided into 3 broad categories: ● $1,606 for only community interaction ● $2,472 for part-time job and studies ● $3,456 for work and study for 15 hours or more a week
People with significant temporary or permanent disability for whom travelling alone is difficult and risky.
The expense for travel, taxi fare is included along with the service provided by the support worker for drop off and pick-up.
Yes, NDIS funding under certain circumstances covers taxi fares.