Psychosocial disability refers to the functional impairment that people can face as a result of their mental health challenges.

This report proposes reforms to build a sustainable system for people with psychosocial disability within the existing National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) budget. It recommends redirecting funds so support is available both inside and outside the scheme, ensuring access is not determined by eligibility or location. It sets out clear recommendations to achieve these reforms.

Recommendations

• Establish a new National Psychosocial Disability Program outside the NDIS.
• Deliver consistent services nationwide, tailored to regional needs.
• Make federal, state, and territory governments jointly responsible for the program.
• Give Primary Health Networks responsibility for regional planning and commissioning.