Assistive Technology (AT) is a device, piece of equipment, software program or product system that is used to help maintain or improve a participant’s functional capacity
and quality of life. AT can help you do something more easily or safely in the home and/or community.
Assistive technology offers a wide range of benefits to individuals, empowering them to lead more independent, productive, and fulfilling lives.
AT can:
Enhance independence
Improve access to information
Increase social inclusion
Create greater employment opportunities
Improve mobility and accessibility
Enhance safety and well-being, and
Enhance empowerment and confidence.
Understanding AT product risk:
As helpful as AT is, it is important to be aware of the potential risks these technologies can also carry. ‘Product risk’ is the potential harm an AT can have on a person when used in their daily living environment. Product risk is used to assess the complexity of your AT needs and is categorised as low and high risk:
Low Risk
| High Risk It could be one or more of the following:
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( Low and High risk outline sourced from: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/assistive-technology-explained)
If your AT needs are considered high-risk, you should seek appropriate professional help, such as an occupational therapist or physiotherapist, before proceeding with leasing or purchasing.
If you are in need of AT, it is important to note that AT cannot be funded if other government services are more appropriate for funding an item. Detailed on the NDIS website are the reasonable and necessary criteria AT must meet.
The NDIA has different processing methods depending on the cost of the AT needed.
Low Cost: Below $1,500
If you have low-cost AT funds in your NDIS, you can purchase AT without further requirements.
Medium Cost: Between $1,500 - $14,999
require written evidence (supporting letter) from an independent AT advisor before it can be approved in your NDIS plan
An AT advisor could include:
a GP
Allied Health Practitioners
Assistive technology mentors
Nurse continence specialist
Rehabilitation engineers
other qualified practitioners
High Cost: Above $15,000
Require an assessment by a professional AT advisor
Require a quote
Here are some examples of assistive technology:
Adjustable height desk |  |
Fixed and movable grab rails |  |
Exercise equipment |  |
Leg trainer Active and passive exercise bike for motorized movement of legs |  |
Power Assist Wheelchair |  |
Kettle Tipper |  |
Electric Bed |  |
Exercise arm bike |  |
Standing frame |  |
Auto Powered Bath Lift |  |
If you are seeking AT or would like to learn more about it, you can contact us at 0484 522 073 or email us at admin@innovaterehab.com.au.
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