NDIS glossary
Plan budget
The funding in a participant's plan, usually grouped into Core, Capacity Building and Capital supports. The plan shows how each part can be used and how it is managed.
Related terms
- Core supportsFunding for everyday help, such as personal care, household tasks, transport and community participation.
- Capacity Building supportsFunding to build skills and independence over time.
- Capital supportsFunding for higher-cost items and one-off supports such as assistive technology, home modifications and Specialist Disability Accommodation.
- Plan management typesA participant can have their plan funds managed by themselves (self-managed), by a registered plan manager (plan-managed), by the NDIA (NDIA-managed) or by a mix of these.
General information only
This is general information, not advice. NDIS rules change, so check ndis.gov.au or talk to the NDIA, your planner or an independent advocate before you decide.
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