NDIS Daily Living Support — Everything You Need to Know
Daily Living Support is the most commonly funded NDIS budget — and the most misunderstood. These plain-English guides help you understand what's covered, how to spend it correctly, and how to find the right support.
What is NDIS Daily Living Support? The Complete Guide for 2025
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What is NDIS Daily Living Support?
NDIS Daily Living Support — officially called Assistance with Daily Life — is part of your Core Supports budget (Support Category 1). It funds the practical, everyday help that your disability makes harder to do on your own: personal care, household tasks, meal preparation, overnight support, and more.
It's the most commonly funded NDIS budget category and the most flexible — under plan-managed or self-managed funding, you choose your own providers and support workers.
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Frequently Asked Questions — NDIS Daily Living
What is NDIS Daily Living Support?
NDIS Daily Living Support (officially called Assistance with Daily Life) is part of your Core Supports budget. It funds practical help with personal care, household tasks, meal preparation, and other day-to-day activities your disability makes harder.
Who qualifies for NDIS Daily Living funding?
Participants whose disability directly affects their ability to manage daily activities. This includes physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, neurological conditions, autism, and complex health needs.
How much Daily Living Support can I get?
Funding varies based on your individual assessment. Light support needs may receive $12,000–$25,000 per year. High support needs can receive $80,000+ per year. Your NDIS planner and treating team determine the amount.
Can I use my Daily Living budget for a support worker?
Yes — support workers for personal care, household tasks, meal prep, overnight support, and community access are all fundable under Core Supports — Daily Activities.