Disabled people

This is where disabled people and carers can get information about Disability Support Services. You can find out about your rights as a disabled person and how to get funding and support.

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For disabled people, whānau and carers, your first point of contact remains your provider, NASC, or Enabling Good Lives site.

Video updates

We have regular video updates for disabled people and their carers.

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Useful information

More information for disabled people

  • Assessment and funding

    If you are disabled or care for a disabled person, you may be eligible for some level of support. There is a range of support available. You may also be eligible for Disability Support Services. Find out about the supports available, if you meet the criteria for funding and how to get a needs assessment.

  • Community newsletters

    Read our community newsletters

  • Flexible funding

    What our flexible funding includes, how it is managed and support and guidance available.

  • Understanding your rights

    Understand your rights and what to do if they're not being met.

  • Learn about Enabling Good Lives

    This page includes information on Enabling Good Lives (EGL), including embedding the EGL Vision and Principles.

  • Support and services

    A wide range of support and services are available for disabled people and their whānau.