Submission to the Inquiry into the National Disability Insurance Scheme Bill 2012

From: To: Community Affairs, Committee (SEN); Subject: Submission to the Inquiry into the National Disability Insurance Scheme Bill 2012 Date: Thursday, 17 January 2013 4:39:07 PM

Please consider this email a formal submission by me to the Senate Standing Committee on Community Affairs Inquiry into the National Disability Insurance Scheme Bill 2012.

The current disability system has many problems that need to be addressed.

it works really well for me, thanks.

i am concerned that when i turn 65 i wont be able to access the support i need to function independently in my home.

The main features of the NDIS that will make a difference to the community are:

• Ensure support and equipment is available when needed,
• People with a disability can choose the types of support to use,
• More opportunities to participate in the community

The most important services for the NDIS to provide are:

• Therapy and allied health services,
• Equipment and home/vehicle modifications,
• In-home care and domestic assistance

I support the introduction of the NDIS.

i think it will support many more pwd and their carers.

however i’m so concerned that monies will be spent on levels and levels of management. it would be good to have transparency regarding money spent on outcomes for people cf meetings that take time away from client services.

i hope it wont be a spend chest for bureaucracy.

I agree for my submission to be made public

Regards,

ms sue nash