Living it.
Real-life stories from people on the NDIS.
Everyone’s experience with the NDIS is different. That’s why we’re sharing real stories from Leap in! Members, their families, carers and support networks, showing how they navigate the NDIS and use their funding to work towards their goals.
In our Living it. series, you’ll find stories from people at different life stages, with different support needs and goals. Some are parents of young children who are just getting started. Others are people using their NDIS plan to build independence or develop everyday living skills.
These are real examples of how people use their NDIS funding to access supports, connect with the right providers and take steps towards their goals. Their stories reflect a wide range of lived experience and different ways of using NDIS budgets.
These real-life stories offer insights into:
- Applying for and using NDIS funding
- Finding providers that are the right fit
- Setting and working towards goals
- Managing different support needs and budgets.
Autism, the NDIS and everyday life. Ellen’s story.
This is Ellen’s story. Ellen talks about applying for the NDIS, navigating her new plan and putting supports in place that work for her day-to-day
Lisa and Hugo’s journey with the NDIS.
Here’s Lisa and her son Hugo’s* story. Lisa talks openly about Hugo’s diagnosis, their journey with the NDIS and how they use his funding to
Have a story to share?
If you’d like to share your experience with the NDIS or how you’re using your plan, we’d love to hear from you. You can remain anonymous or share your name, it’s completely up to you.
*All stories in this series are shared with consent. Some names and details have been changed to respect privacy.