PACE and period funding can sound more complicated than they really are. For many participants, the most important thing is knowing what has changed and how Plan Management can help you keep things simple.
PACE is the name of the NDIA’s new computer system. The NDIA says it will eventually replace the older business system, portal and payment systems. Plans built in the new system can also look different, and participants may see new features such as “my providers” instead of service bookings.
What funding periods are
Funding periods are smaller chunks of funding released across your plan. The NDIS says that if your plan was approved or reassessed after 19 May 2025, it will generally have 3-month funding periods. The total funding is usually spread evenly across each period.
This change was introduced gradually for new and reassessed plans to help people budget more steadily across the life of their plan.
What happens to unspent funds
The NDIS says you can use the funding available in your current period, including any unspent funds rolled over from previous funding periods within the same plan. If you do not spend all the money in one period, it rolls into the next funding period in that same plan. It does not roll into a brand new plan.
How to stay on track
This is where good budget tracking matters. Smaller funding periods mean it is more important to watch spending regularly, not just once every few months.
If you have several providers or changing needs, Support Coordination can also help keep supports lined up with your goals and current funding.
For simple help understanding PACE, funding periods and your invoices, contact Taylor Made Outcomes.
Official NDIS source: Understanding your plan
