The development of life skills involves providing individuals with disabilities with the necessary knowledge, tools, and resources to achieve greater independence, self-reliance, and autonomy in their daily lives. This includes a wide range of skills, such as personal hygiene, cooking, budgeting, time management, communication, and social interaction.

The NDIS provides funding for various support services and programs that help individuals with disabilities to develop their life skills. This may include access to a support worker who can provide one-on-one coaching and training, participation in group activities and classes, and access to resources and tools such as assistive technology.