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: Saturday, 22 December 2012 8:14:49 AM

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.

The unreasonable requirements need to establish, and re-establish proof of needs for services affects some members of my family.

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

• Better access to education and work opportunities,
• More opportunities to participate in the community,
• People with a disability can plan their lives and pursue their goals and dreams

The most important services for the NDIS to provide are:

• Education support (technology/services/equipment),
• Recreation and community access,
• Positive behaviour support and psychological services

I support the introduction of the NDIS.

I support an inclusive society. Everyone has abilities and dreams, but some people need adjustments to help them better realise their potential. The social costs of not including people are greater than the financial costs of NDIS and other programs. A lifetime of teaching and medical support for people so that they are included in society is a worthy investment. It can return taxation revenue greater than it costs. This is particularly the case with problems such as people on the autism spectrum.

I agree for my submission to be made public

Regards, Mr Michael Bradley