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.
For disabled people, whānau and carers, your first point of contact remains your provider, NASC, or Enabling Good Lives site.
Useful information
More information for disabled people
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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.
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Connect with the disability community
Find out about disability community support groups and events across New Zealand.
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Learn about Enabling Good Lives
This page includes information on Enabling Good Lives (EGL), including embedding the EGL Vision and Principles.
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Know your rights as a disabled person
Disability services should support the life you want to live. Know your rights and what to do if you are concerned or unhappy with the care or support you receive.
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Support and services
Learn about what supports and services are available through Disability Support Services and other sources.
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Updates for disabled people
We have a regular video update for disabled people, families/whānau, aiga and carers. Sign up here to receive the DSS updates.
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Changes to disability support services
From 2026, there will be some changes to DSS-funded supports. These changes will make assessments fairer and flexible funding easier to use. They follow on from very clear feedback received from the disability community.