Woman told she doesn't qualify for help from NDIS, despite near-lifelong disabilities

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was set up to make life easier for people living with a disability.

People like Melinda Brady.

But she's just been knocked back from the program for a second time, despite being disabled for nearly four decades.

"Maybe I'm not sort of worth with the time and effort for these sorts of these sorts of agencies to help me," Melinda said.

It's clear to see, Melinda Brady needs a helping hand.

Melinda, now 38, was a healthy and happy baby girl when at 11 months old she had a stroke due to an undiagnosed rare condition which means her body can't process protein.

"I was in a coma for for about a week, and and it has left me with a generalised dystonia, which basically affects all of my muscles," she said.

"I've always relied on some sort of some sort of contraption to help me with my mobility."

In a statement to A Current Affair the NDIS said Melinda does not currently meet its eligibility requirements based on the evidence provided.

The family was told it can apply again, with more evidence Melinda's condition is permanent.

"I was actually speechless... I just burst into tears, to be honest," Melinda said.

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