“The real worry for us is that these results cannot be challenged or appealed easily,” he added. “In fact, people will not be given a copy of the full assessment report unless they apply to see it and the hurdles that presents for a person with disability is unacceptable.” The NDIS estimates most assessments will last about three hours and applicants would be matched to “a therapist or clinician that has the right skills, experience and training to complete the assessment”. But Don Elgin, an ex-Paralympian who now works at Wallara Disability Support Services, said it would be difficult for some to articulate their needs “to a stranger in a three hour window”.