November 2025: Emerging NDIS Supports & Strategies You Might Not Know About!
- Shaun Chaudhry
- Oct 31
- 2 min read
By Proactive Plan Managers
The NDIS continues to evolve beyond traditional therapy and daily living supports. This month, here are lesser-known strategies and emerging support areas that can help participants get more from their plans.
1. Telehealth & Digital Therapy Expansion
Telehealth isn’t new, but its range and flexibility have expanded under recent NDIA guidance:
Many allied health providers now offer group virtual therapy sessions, reducing costs and encouraging peer support.
Some programs now include interactive digital platforms for cognitive and social skills development.
Virtual therapy can be combined with in-person sessions to maximize consistency and convenience.
Pro Tip: Ask your provider if hybrid programs are available for your therapy goals.
2. Peer-Led Support Programs
NDIS is increasingly funding peer support programs:
Mentorship programs for employment readiness
Community engagement clubs led by participants
Peer-led skill workshops in areas like budgeting, cooking, and tech literacy
Why it matters: Peer-led programs often provide real-world learning and social confidence, complementing formal therapy.
3. Holistic Mental Health Supports
NDIS participants are increasingly using supports that go beyond traditional therapy:
Mindfulness, meditation, and stress-management programs
Social inclusion programs targeting loneliness and anxiety
Life coaching programs specifically aligned to participant goals
Pro Tip: Discuss with your plan manager whether these programs can be funded under Capacity-Building Supports.
4. Early Intervention & Skill Acceleration
Participants and families can now access early-intervention programs more strategically:
Programs for adolescents transitioning to adulthood (life skills, independence, employment prep)
Digital platforms that track progress and help align supports with NDIS goals
Short-term intensive skill programs that can accelerate independence
Pro Tip: Using intensive programs strategically can reduce long-term support needs and strengthen your next plan review.
5. Proactive Plan Management: Strategic Budgeting
It’s not just about paying invoices. With emerging supports, a strategic approach to budgeting is more valuable than ever:
Plan your funds around short-term pilot programs or innovative therapy tools
Track outcomes to ensure supports are meeting goals
Use your plan manager as a guide to align funds with your long-term independence
Takeaway: NDIS in 2025 is moving beyond basic supports — the system now allows participants to explore innovation, peer learning, digital solutions, and holistic programs. Staying informed and strategic helps you maximize both your independence and your plan outcomes.
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