An NDIS assessment can be an important step in understanding a person’s needs, strengths, goals, and the supports that may help them participate more fully in everyday life.
For many individuals and families, the assessment process may feel unfamiliar or overwhelming.
At Profiles WA, we believe a meaningful assessment begins with understanding the whole person — not just their challenges, but their experiences, abilities, relationships, and aspirations.
Because every person has a story, and every story deserves to be understood.
What Is an NDIS Assessment?
An NDIS assessment helps provide a clearer understanding of how a person’s disability or circumstances affect their daily life and participation.
The goal is to understand:
- What support a person currently needs
- Their strengths and abilities
- Barriers they experience
- Their goals for the future
- Strategies and supports that may improve independence and wellbeing
A good assessment looks beyond forms and reports — it recognises the individual behind them.
Understanding the Person, Not Just the Support Needs
Like a tree, every person has roots that shape who they are.
Before making recommendations, it is important to understand:
🌱 Personal experiences
🌱 Family and cultural background
🌱 Daily routines
🌱 Strengths and abilities
🌱 Challenges and barriers
🌱 Goals and hopes for the future
This whole-person approach helps ensure recommendations reflect the individual’s real life.
What Information Should You Prepare?
Preparing for an NDIS assessment can help create a more complete picture.
Helpful information may include:
Daily Living Information
Examples of:
- Daily routines
- Activities that are difficult
- Areas where support is needed
- Independence skills
Reports and Previous Information
Where available, bring:
- Previous assessments
- Medical or allied health reports
- Therapy information
- Existing support plans
Personal Goals
Think about:
- What is important to you?
- What would improve your quality of life?
- What would help you participate more independently?
- What changes would you like to see?
Your goals are an important part of your journey.
The Role of Families and Support Networks
A person’s journey is connected to the people around them.
Families, carers, and support providers often provide valuable information about:
- Strengths
- Support needs
- Daily experiences
- Communication preferences
- Changes over time
- Goals and priorities
Working together helps create a clearer understanding.
Types of NDIS Assessments and Reports
Depending on individual needs, assessments may include:
- Functional Capacity Assessments
- Psychological Assessments
- Autism Assessments
- Cognitive Assessments
- Behaviour Support Assessments
- Support Recommendations
Each assessment aims to provide meaningful information that supports planning and decision-making.
After the Assessment: Creating Pathways Forward
An assessment is not the end of the journey.
It provides information that can help:
- Identify appropriate supports
- Build independence
- Strengthen participation
- Improve quality of life
- Support future planning
The focus is growth — helping each person move toward meaningful goals.
NDIS Assessments Across Australia
Profiles WA provides NDIS assessments and psychological reports in 📍 Perth and across Australia through Telehealth.
We work with participants, families, carers, support coordinators, and providers to better understand individual needs and create meaningful recommendations.