If you're wondering whether the NDIS will fund a wheelchair, the short answer is yes. But how the process works — and how much documentation you'll need — depends on the type of chair and its cost. This guide walks you through the 2025-26 rules, the assessment steps, and what to expect when you put in your request. Does NDIS Fund Wheelchairs? How to Get Your Wheelchair Funded What to Expect in Your NDIS Plan Does NDIS Fund Wheelchairs? Yes. Wheelchairs are funded under the NDIS as Assistive Technology (AT), sitting within Support Category 5. The level of funding available...

The terms "power assist wheelchair" and "power wheelchair" sound similar, but they describe two very different products. Choosing the wrong one can mean real frustration — and a lot of wasted money. Here's a clear explanation of both, and some guidance on which one is the right fit for your situation. Key takeaways A power wheelchair is fully electric and joystick-controlled — the person does no pushing at all A power-assist wheelchair is a manual chair with motorised wheel hubs that amplify the user's pushing effort Both can be funded through the NDIS — an OT assessment determines which is...