NDIS Health & Wellbeing Supports

Get a clear understanding of National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Health & Wellbeing Supports, which help you maintain or improve your physical and mental health, manage disability-related health impacts and build capacity to participate more fully in daily life and community activities.

This page covers:

What Health & Wellbeing means under the NDIS
How these supports work in practice
Who Health & Wellbeing may be helpful for
How to find providers that support your health-related goals

If your NDIS plan includes Health & Wellbeing funding, Care Decisions can help. We will compile and send a personalised shortlist of suitable providers matched to your needs and goals.

What is Health & Wellbeing under the NDIS?

Health & Wellbeing supports sit within the Capacity Building budget of the NDIS. They fund disability-related supports that help you maintain or improve physical functioning, manage the impact of disability on your health, and build capacity over time.

These supports are designed to:

Maintain or improve mobility, strength, and physical capacity
Address disability-related nutrition or dietary needs
Deliver evidence-based allied health programs linked to your NDIS goals

Health & Wellbeing funding is focused on supports related to your disability. It does not replace mainstream health or medical services, such as GP visits, hospital care, or treatment funded through Medicare.

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Who Can Benefit from Health & Wellbeing Supports?

Health & Wellbeing supports may be helpful if you:

Want to improve strength, mobility, endurance, or physical functioning due to your disability
Need structured exercise or diet support tailored to disability-related needs
Have goals to increase independence, participation, or daily functioning
Benefit from preventative or capacity-building health supports linked to your NDIS goals

These supports are available to NDIS participants who have funding allocated in their plan, regardless of disability type or age.

How Health & Wellbeing Supports Can Help With Day-to-Day Life

Health & Wellbeing supports focus on practical, goal-based activities that help build physical and functional capacity. Depending on your plan, this may include:

Exercise programs to improve mobility, balance, strength or endurance
Diet and nutrition support provided by a qualified dietitian, where related to your disability
Allied health programs focused on disability-specific health outcomes
Structured activities that support safe participation and independence

These supports are designed to fit into your daily life. Providers work with you to support your goals in a way that respects your preferences and routines.

How Health & Wellbeing Support is Funded Through the NDIS

Health & Wellbeing funding sits within the Capacity Building budget of your NDIS plan.

This funding is:

Allocated specifically for Health & Wellbeing supports
Separate from Core supports and other Capacity Building categories
Used only for services described in your plan under this category

Using Health & Wellbeing funding does not reduce funding available for your other supports.

How Care Decisions Helps You Find the Right Behaviour Support Providers

Care Decisions is not a directory. We’re a free, provider-neutral service that helps people find qualified Behaviour Support providers matched to their needs, plan and location.

You will speak with a dedicated NDIS specialist who takes the time to understand your goals and preferences, such as:

Communication style and responsiveness
Experience with your specific disability or health needs
Availability of programs that match your goals

We then prepare a personalised shortlist of suitable providers who meet NDIS requirements and are available to support you.

You stay in control of the decision, with clear options and no pressure to choose a particular provider.

How It Works

Finding the right NDIS provider shouldn’t be overwhelming. We make it easier by connecting you with dependable, available support services that meet your needs. Our FREE service takes the hassle out of the search. Here’s how it works.

Step 1

Let’s Get Started

Share your support needs, goals, location, and preferences with your dedicated NDIS matching specialist. We’ll help you find the right providers to suit your unique situation.

Step 2

Get a Tailored Provider Options Report

Our team of trained local NDIS support specialists create a personalised report, showing only NDIS providers who are available and matched to your specific requirements, location, and the type of support you’re looking for.

Step 3

Let Us Help You Make the Most of Your NDIS Plan

Once we have sent a list of options, providers will then be in touch. We’ll also help you understand how the NDIS works, how to get the most value from your allocated budget, and how to maximise the care and support available to you. We can also assist you in comparing provider pricing and service options.

Common Questions About Health & Wellbeing Support Support

Is Health & Wellbeing the same as general therapy or medical care?

No. These supports fund disability-related health and capacity-building services. Mainstream medical care is funded separately through the health system.

Can Health & Wellbeing fund gym memberships or general exercise classes?

Generally no. Funding is usually for structured, disability-specific programs delivered by qualified providers and linked to your NDIS goals.

Who can deliver Health & Wellbeing supports?

Can I change my Health & Wellbeing provider?

Yes. You can change providers if the service is not meeting your needs, subject to service agreements.

Does Health & Wellbeing cost me money?

No. This support is funded in your NDIS plan and does not reduce funding available for other categories.

Can I use Health & Wellbeing funding for other supports?

No. Funding must be used for the specific supports listed in your plan under this category.