Resources to live well with SMA

Neuromuscular clinics provide specialised care for neuromuscular
conditions, including SMA. Coordinated care through a
neurologist is recommended, and SMA clinics offer proactive care.

NDIS and schooling^{1, 2}

The NDIS may fund reasonable and necessary supports that enable your child to go to school, such as:

Support for self-care at school, like eating
Transport to help your child to go to school
Equipment or technology, such as a wheelchair
Support for the move from primary to secondary school

References:

1.NDIS. Education. https://www.ndis.gov.au/understanding/ndis-and-othergovernment-services/education. Accessed: February 2023.

2.Raising Children Network. Education rights for children with disabilities. https://raisingchildren.net.au/disability/disability-rights-thelaw/rights/education-rights-disability. Accessed: February 2023.

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NDIS and schooling1, 2

References:

NDIS and schooling^{1, 2}