Finding the right assistive technology usually starts with the right advice and the NDIS funds exactly that: assessments from AT advisors like occupational therapists, who match equipment to your needs and goals. For most mid and high-cost items, that assessment is part of the funding process anyway.

Beyond the formal advice:

• Trial before you buy where you can: many suppliers and AT services offer equipment trials
• Talk to people who use it: other participants' real-world experience is worth a lot
• Check what's claimable before purchasing: especially for lower-cost items you buy yourself

If you're weighing up an AT purchase and want a sense-check on the process or whether it's claimable, email hello@providerchoice.com.au.