Disability Support Guide Eastern Edition 8 by DPS Publishing

Quick Guide

if you are eligible and apply for

Contact the NDIA on 1800 800 110 or visit DisabilitySupportGuide.com.au

1 Collect information and reports about the supports you need 2 Plan your meeting with the LAC or NDIA planner to create your plan 4 Receive your approved plan and start accessing supports 3 Submit your plan for approval

NDIA manages your Plan

• Use ONLY NDIS registered providers

• NDIA coordinates your supports and pays providers for you Use a plan manager

• Use both NDIS registered and unregistered providers

• Your plan manager coordinates your supports and pays providers for you Manage it yourself

• Use both NDIS registered and unregistered providers

• You coordinate your own supports and pay providers directly A combination of • Specific supports are coordinated by NDIA or your plan manager

Other supports are managed by you

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How to use the Disability Support Guide

Inside these pages, you’ll find relevant, up-to-date and accurate information to assist you on your journey. From navigating the NDIS and learning about the different types of disabilities, right through to finding disability supports that suit your needs.

In the first part of the Guide, you will find information articles on a range of topics, alongside inspiring feature stories from fellow Australians who share their journey of navigating the system and seeking disability supports for themselves or their loved one.

In the back section of the book, starting from page 28, you’ll find five state and territory chapters covering: In-home & Community Support, Therapists & Specialists, Accommodation, Advisors, Equipment & Technology and Mental Health. These sections provide useful information about some of the most commonly searched support services.

These colour-coded sections also include directory tables of a number of providers that have verified their listings with DPS, indicating that they deliver services in Eastern Australia.

Disability Support Guide Eastern Australia

(ACT/NSW/QLD/TAS/VIC) - EDITION 8

Updated Feburary 2025

RRP $12.95, inc GST

Editor: David McManus Jr

General Manager: Brad Keighran

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Information is compiled from various sources; accuracy and completeness of information is not guaranteed and the publisher does not accept responsibility for errors.

The factual material contained in this publication has been obtained from information supplied by government departments, industry and organisations, by personal interview and by telephone and correspondence. At the time of going to press, the publisher believed that all information submitted for publication was accurate and complete. However, the publisher can take no responsibility for inaccuracies or incomplete information that may have been supplied to them in the course of their enquiries detailed above. The facts published indicate the result of those enquiries and no warranty as to their accuracy can be given.

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Disability Support Guide™

From the General Manager

It’s my pleasure to welcome you to the eighth edition of Disability Support Guide Eastern Australia — a publication to help you find your way through the many different options and considerations when learning about and searching for disability support.

Whether you need a quick QR code to learn more about certain diagnoses or you’re after a comprehensive and easy-to-navigate directory to start your support journey, this guide will offer you a wide range of support options organised by state and territory.

Each section will start with an overview of the different types of support you are looking for and the page range you can find them on. We’ve introduced this format following overwhelming feedback from the people who rely on us to continue delivering and improving a publication that they have used to connect with providers.

As the General Manager of DPS Publishing, I have seen our team’s passion and dedication to helping you, the reader, find information and navigate the sector with ease.

When emotions are high and you really should be able to focus your attention on making sure you and your loved one receive the best supports possible, you shouldn’t have to spend countless hours researching how an occupational therapist can help your child or who to contact for information about modifying your home to help you live independently.

We know that each person will have different needs and unique challenges. As such, we have developed this guide, alongside our online resource DisabilitySupportGuide.com.au, to help you make informed decisions about support.

So, whether you are searching for yourself or a partner, parent, friend or other loved one, the Disability Support Guide is here to help you live your best life with the right supports and information.

If you’re ready to share the story of your disability journey, please contact DPS Publishing by calling 1300 186 688 or send the Managing Editor an email at david.mcmanus@dps.com.au .

— Brad Keighran, General Manager

Advocacy Tasmania has been working for older people, people with disability, mental health or alcohol and other drug issues for over 30 years. We understand our clients and we know how things work.

We provide our clients with information and options then they decide what happens next. We work only for our clients and everything we do is confidential and free.

Meet the model gracing our cover — Payge Hollis

ADVOCATE INDEPENDENT

FEARLESS MODEL

Payge Hollis was born prematurely on Christmas Eve of 1998 after her identical twin sister died in utero from complications with a twin transfusion. She was delivered through an emergency C-section to ensure her survival. At birth, she weighed 550 grams and spent over three months in the neonatal intensive care unit.

She had multiple complications associated with being born with extreme prematurity, such as a grade 4 intracranial haemorrhage, low oxygen saturation, multiple cardiac arrests and numerous blood transfusions.

Her parents, Leanne and David, were informed that Payge may have severe disability and could struggle to ever walk, talk or function ‘normally.’

Photography by Ali Hassan, courtesy of Diversity Models

However, as the face of Disability Support Guide Eastern and a rising star at Diversity Models, the now 25-year-old Ms Hollis has graduated from a mainstream high school with a modified program, learnt how to drive and moved out of home in March of 2024.

She expressed gratitude for how far she has come with the support network around her.

“It’s a challenge living on my own, but I have help from my family and my support workers. It’s another step forward for me to achieve my dreams,” she said.

“It was really hard finding work because people only saw my disabilities which is really disappointing.

“We should be seen, we should be heard and we should be respected!”

“It was a long time before I got a job, which made me sad. When I was 20 years old, I did get a little job in a supported disability coffee cart. This boosted my confidence and skills and now I work as an administration and project officer at a disability organisation called Parent-to-Parent QLD.”

Payge is a passionate self-advocate and advocates for the rights of people with disabilities. She is a member of Loud and Clear QLD which is a self-advocacy group for people with intellectual disabilities based on the Sunshine Coast.

Payge is the QLD representative of the Our Voice Committee which provides advice to the Inclusion Australia Board.

Her powerful work has forged some exciting opportunities to ask NDIS Minister Bill Shorten hard-hitting questions and attend Parliament House on International Day of People with Disabilities 2024.

Modelling is Payge’s latest adventure and she recently joined Diversity Models.

“My experience, so far, working with Diversity models has been thrilling and super fun. I want to build my confidence and this will help me with that,” she said.

Ms Hollis applauded Monique Jeremiah, the founder of disability modelling agency Diversity Models, for the inclusive initiative that landed her a spot on the cover of this guide, along with inspiring others to put themselves out there.

“I want to be a model because I want to show everyone that people with disabilities can achieve great things.

“We should be seen, we should be heard and we should be respected!

“My disability does not define who I am! When I have a dream, I don’t give up. I try hard, I work hard and I achieve great things!”

Photography by Ali Hassan, courtesy of Diversity Models

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Affordable Meal Options

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David

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“Maintaining good health with my lifestyle choices is important to me.”

Lisa

Commitment to Independence and Well-being

By providing affordable, nutritious meals, Lite n’ Easy helps NDIS participants maintain independence and focus on personal goals. Our service alleviates the challenges of meal preparation, letting individuals enjoy healthy, delicious food stress-free.

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Supporting the support of others

Australia has a unique disability support system that uplifts others and brings us together as a nation.

The last edition of Disability Support Guide Eastern featured Diversity Models Director Monique Jeremiah on the front cover. Since then, she has appeared on national television, launched Mon Cheri Designs and continued to revel in the magic of her growing talent pool.

One of her models, Matthew, has found that his move from Canada to Australia has helped him fulfil his potential via the country’s unique support system.

Matthew is an inspiring young Egyptian in his early 20s, living with Down syndrome and gifted with a rare talent for music. Before he signed with Diversity Models, Matthew was a budding guitarist and drummer with a hidden talent. His dream had always been to become a musician and disability model. As his stars finally aligned, Diversity Models found a star themselves.

Matthew’s psychologist, Maryam Elyas from Trinity Psychology, had briefly mentioned to the agency that he had lived in Canada for more than 10 years before coming to Australia with his family. Secretly, Matthew always loved music and had aspirations to pursue music as his dream career with modelling.

However, like most people with disabilities, in the past, he was never allowed to be truly seen.

Photography by Warwick Marcakis Photography Melbourne

Monique said she had seen the nation's unique disability support system give him many positive opportunities to be surrounded by excellent psychologists, support coordinators and other NDIS support parties to help him flourish and achieve his personal goals.

“As a Diversity Models disability model with Down syndrome, we have seen him embrace being a model on the catwalk and be a live music performer at the Melbourne Disability Connections Expo in 2024,” she said.

“Step by step, he is fulfilling his dreams of modelling and music in Australia.

“This was his purpose of moving to Australia and, so, this has all been made possible thanks to the support of the NDIS system.

Ms Jeremiah expressed gratitude for those in her network and what the NDIS has offered people like herself, Matthew and Payge.

“I'm truly proud to have been on the cover with our disability models, as the magazine is clearly the leading publication of the disabilities sector,” she added.

“My philosophy has always been that, at Diversity Models, if I am seen, the agency is seen and our models are seen, therefore we grow and succeed together!

“In my eyes, as the director of a growing modelling agency, it is the best media opportunity for businesses to be seen far and wide across Australia — not only online, but also in print.

“For businesses, this is an incredible chance to be seen at almost every large-scale disability expo in the country. Additionally, brand awareness has been invaluable.

“As a leader, I love to always align with leaders in niche markets as I am a firm believer in ‘Iron Sharpens Iron.’

“As a disability model, Matthew had finally ignited his dream.”

I feel happy

In 2022 Scott moved house and has been living independently for the last 3 years. With the help of his Support Workers, and members of the community, he’s built a new life that he loves.

I feel happy. I do everything on my own now. I’m very happy with myself and with all the people who help me out. My Support Workers help me out with shopping, cleaning up the house, and doing washing. I have been exploring places I’ve never been to before. I like going to shops like the coffee shop every morning to get my coffee. I do like going to the gym a lot. I actually like doing it!

When Scott first started coming in, he was very shy, but now it’s all him. He knows what he wants and how to get it.

Local cafe owner

I love doing recycling for the environment. The environment is no good because people throw rubbish everywhere. I like to donate the money that I get from the machine.

I love going for walks in the afternoon too, and helping on the barbecue at the homeless shelter. I do have some goals, yes. One of them is saving for my holiday. Another goal is maybe one day I might do some volunteer or work at Woolworths.

Scott, Living My Way Member

I’m very happy with myself and with all the people that help me out. I’m not so weak anymore, I’m strong like Superman.

Scott is really good at listening and taking on feedback. He really puts all of his effort into making sure he is doing the exercises really well, and he is really dedicated.

Scott, Member Emma, Personal Trainer

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In addition, each Member has a dedicated Service Planning Coordinator to ensure you receive the best ongoing support possible. Importantly, there are no set-up fees for our Support Worker service.

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How an advisor can help

Disability support advisors, such as plan managers or support coordinators, can help you to use your funds wisely and achieve your goals as a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participant.

Advisors are people who work with you to ensure the best outcomes through connecting with both formal and informal means of support to identify where you need assistance.

Plan managers assist NDIS participants with managing their funding and make sure that the participant’s NDIS plan is being implemented and that funds are being used effectively. Plan managers are also able to watch out for the new NDIS guidelines and ensure that budgets are being spent in compliance with reforms to the system.

Support coordinators can put you into contact with the right providers and understand more about your NDIS plan in order to build your capacity and manage your plan independently as you participate.

Whereas a plan manager would focus on financial planning and the support coordinator would focus more on the day-to-day delivery of support services, a case coordinator may tend to prioritise and help participants work towards a long-term support plan.

Some providers can offer independent assessments to ease your journey through the NDIS, whether through referrals to other specialists, learning more about how you are affected by your disability and how you can use assistive technology or, alternatively, determining what your support plan should look like.

Visit the Advisors directory to get started!

In each state and territory, the Department of Education is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of students. This includes employing appropriately trained staff, providing learning aids, organising transport for school activities, adjusting the school curriculum and ensuring the school buildings are easily accessible. However, some supports may be covered through the NDIS. You may receive education supports through your NDIS plan if you need assistance with self-care at school, specialist transport, portable equipment or specialised, intensive, support when transitioning between schools.

Finding employment can help you develop new skills and gain a sense of independence or community participation. An employment support advisor can offer career advice and help you plan an employment pathway so you can work towards your employment goals. To help with some basics, employment services may assist with writing your résumé or finding other professional development opportunities. They may also support you by finding on-the-job training or support your employer to assist you in your work.

Intervention support is an umbrella term for all the different supports available to help you gain or regain your independence and increase your participation within your community. These supports could include strategies to prepare you for employment, such as assistance in looking for a job, training and skill building or support in finding community activities that interest you. Intervention support plays an important role in helping you live a fulfilling life and achieve your goals.

We only provide Plan Management so you can be assured your funding and invoices are our focus.

We provide services to maximise the bene ts of a Participant’s NDIS Funding without the stress of navagating the rapids of the NDIS thus enabling participants and their families to focus on what is important to them.

A personal service from a small friendly team where you are assured of never being treated like a number.

Smarter processing, increasing claim accuracy and compliance resulting in faster payments, reduced claim rejection and reduced payment audits.

Monthly reports and (optional) web portal access to track your funding invoices.

Access to the web portal for your Support Coordinator if you have one and with your consent.

Ability to understand and discuss your plan, funding, services and how it works.

Communication and liason with your providers over any billing issues.

State or territory

Table category

Each state and territory section will have several directories. These six service directories include: In-home & Community Support, Therapists & Specialists, Accommodation, Advisors, Equipment & Technology and Mental Health.

The tables list a number of ‘verified’ providers. These providers have confirmed with DPS that the information displayed is correct.

Service region: Providers are listed by service region. They’ll be listed under ‘Providers servicing all of [state or territory]’ if no region was selected or they service the whole state/territory. Please refer to the state/territory map for the boundaries of each service region.

Type of support and services: These lists include both registered and unregistered NDIS providers in alphabetical order, detailing whether they provide Core, Capital or Capacity supports under the NDIS. It also indicates some of the specific services they deliver.

Delivery of services and age groups: The tables show if the provider can come to your house or school to deliver services or works from a set location, such as a medical practice. It also indicates what age groups they can deliver services to.

Paid advertising: A featured listing, with or without a website, indicates the provider has paid to have their services listed in this guide.

The ‘DSG Web ID’ number: This number can be used as a unique identifier to find out more information about the provider on DisabilitySupportGuide.com.au. You can enter the ID number into the ‘Provider by Name’ search toolbar on the home page to view the full profile and range of services of the provider.

Just in case: Following new changes to the NDIS, you can contact your local area coordinator, early childhood partner or support coordinator to help you understand what supports you can buy.

Community access and inclusion

Domestic assistance

Home maintenance and gardening

Life skills

Meals and shopping

Multicultural support

Personal care

Respite

Sports, social and recreational support

Transport Travel and holidays

Therapists & Specialists

Behavioural support

Dietitians/Nutritionists

Early intervention

Occupational therapists

Paediatricians

Physiotherapists

Psychologists

Speech

Therapeutic

Training/workshops

24-hour

Long-term

Respite Shared

Short-term

Welcome to the Disability Support Guide directory for those in the Australian Capital Territory. Depending on the type of support you require, you can use this page to narrow down your search and find the help you need. If you need help navigating the service provider listings, head to page 26 to learn more.

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Psychologists

Psychiatrists

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REGIONS MAP

New South Wales and the ACT

This map provides you with a geographic reference to the service regions in the ACT and New South Wales. To help you find providers that offer services near you, we have sorted the directory tables into a number of regions. You can use the map below to work out which region covers the area you live in.

Providers that have indicated they look after all of New South Wales/ACT or those that did not specify a region with DPS are listed under ‘Providers servicing all of NSW/ACT.’ If a provider services one or multiple regions, but not all, they will be listed in each applicable region.

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Forster

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Grafton

Narrabri

Muswellbrook

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ACT Therapists & Specialists

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ACT Accommodation

ACT Advisors

ACT Equipment & Technology

ACT Mental Health

Community access and inclusion

Domestic assistance

Home maintenance and gardening

Life skills

Meals and shopping

Multicultural support

Personal care

Respite

Sports, social and recreational support

Transport

Travel and holidays

Dietitians/Nutritionists

Early

Occupational

Paediatricians

Physiotherapists

Psychologists

Speech

Therapeutic supports

Training/workshops

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Respite

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Welcome to the Disability Support Guide directory for those in New South Wales. Depending on the type of support you require, you can use this page to narrow down your search and find the help you need. If you need help navigating the service provider listings, head to page 26 to learn more.

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Continence products

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Psychologists

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REGIONS MAP

New South Wales and the ACT

Coffs Harbour

Nambucca Heads

Evans Head

Ballina

Port Macquarie

Forster

Tweed Heads

Grafton

Narrabri

Muswellbrook

Tibooburra

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NSW In-home & Community Support

Concept Care stands at the forefront of disability support services in Australia. We are a fast-growing, NDIS registered provider, driven by our passion to make a difference. Our commitment to enhancing lives and empowering individuals has seen us become a trusted provider of choice in Sydney and Adelaide.

WE OFFER A RANGE OF DISABILITY AND AGED CARE SERVICES:

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• Complex Care

• Domestic Assistance

• Meal Preparation

• Yard and Garden Maintenance • Community Access, Travel and Transport • Respite/STA, 24-hour Care • Day Programs • Companionship • Mental Health Support WE ARE YOUR PARTNERS IN PROGRESS, SUPPORTING

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WHY CHOOSE US

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Sparkle Centre

Respite | Short Term Accommodation

We want you to think of Respite as a home away from home. Fully accessible | 24/7 Support | Healthy & delicious meals | Lots of fun activities!

School Holiday Programs/ Camps

Our School Holiday Programs/ Camps empower you to build social skills by getting involved and active! The program opens a range of exciting and fun activities to immerse yourself in!

Sparkle Programs/ Community Access

Day programs/ Weekends/ Community Access

Sparkle Programs/ Community Access ensures that your goals are supported and met through a person-centred approach. These activities are tailored to your goals and needs.

Supported Independent Living

At Sparkle Centre, our Supported Independent Living is an excellent way to feel more independent while having your support staff accessible anytime. Our specialised Support Workers will support you 24/7 on a rotating roster. We keep the consistency of staff to build relationships and see familiar faces daily.

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Right at Home Sydney Northern Beaches Dee Why 02 8378 4314

Right at Home Sydney Norwest Norwest 02 8660 0065

Right at Home Sydney Parramatta Parramatta 02 8613 3022

Ryde North Ryde 02 9137 0582

Right at Home Sydney The Hills Blacktown 02 8660 0064

Right at Home Sydney Upper North Shore Pumble 02 9063 9471

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Right at Home Sydney Ryde North Ryde 02 9137 0582

Right at Home Sydney Sutherland Shire Miranda 02 8358 7820

Right at Home Sydney The Hills Blacktown 02 8660 0064

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QLD

In-home & Community Support

Community access and inclusion

Domestic assistance

Home maintenance and gardening

Life skills

Meals and shopping

Multicultural support

Personal care

Respite

Sports, social and recreational support

Transport

Travel and holidays

Therapists & Specialists

Behavioural support

Dietitians/Nutritionists

Early intervention

Occupational therapists

Paediatricians

Physiotherapists

Psychologists

Speech

Therapeutic supports

Training/workshops Accommodation

24-hour

Long-term

Respite

Shared living

Short-term accommodation

Specialist

Welcome to the Disability Support Guide directory for those in Queensland. Depending on the type of support you require, you can use this page to narrow down your search and find the help you need. If you need help navigating the service provider listings, head to page 26 to learn more.

Case coordinators

Education support Employment support

Financial services Intervention support

managers Support coordinators

Equipment & Technology

Assistive technology

Communication equipment

Continence products

Educational toys

Healthcare products

Home modifications

Mobility equipment

Vehicle modifications

Mental Health

Mental health support

Helplines

Mental health nurses

Psychologists

Psychiatrists

Psychosocial support

Social workers

REGIONS MAP Queensland

This map provides you with a geographic reference to the service regions in Queensland. To help you find providers that offer services near you, we have sorted the directory tables into a number of regions. You can use the map below to work out which region covers the area you live in.

Providers that have indicated they look after all of Queensland or those that did not specify a region with DPS are listed under ‘Providers servicing all of QLD.’ If a provider services one or multiple regions, but not all, they will be listed in each applicable region.

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In-home & Community Support

WesleyCare Cannon Hill

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WesleyCare Jindalee Jindalee

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WesleyCare Mitchelton – Clear Breeze Apartments

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WesleyCare Mount Gravatt Apartments

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WesleyCare Murarrie Apartments

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Haven Care Australia is a highly reliable and trustworthy NDIS Service Provider in the ACT, providing excellent support solutions to participants who are dealing with injury or illness.

We provide supported housing, transition accommodation, respite care, complex care services and outreach support. We have a variety of services and levels of care, each unique and individual, just like the needs of our participants.

Haven Care Australia seeks to integrate health and social care, beyond traditional health care services to create a more satisfying and fulfilling life. Our philosophy is that.

Your program is developed by experts/ clinicians in Haven Care Australia through a wealth of knowledge and experience and delivered through qualified support workers and other staff.

We are committed to meeting all of your health needs and go above and beyond to ensure you get the best care available.

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In-home & Community Support

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WesleyCare Sibley Road

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-sibley-road

WesleyCare Sinnamon Village wmq.org.au/disability-ndissupport-services/specialistdisability-accommodation/ wesleycare-sinnamon-village

WesleyCare Wynnum – Asher House

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/asher-house

WesleyCare Wynnum Apartments

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-wynnum

In-home & Community Support

& Community Support

In-home & Community Support

& Community Support

In-home & Community Support

QLD

In-home & Community Support

WesleyCare Maroochydore Apartments Maroochydore wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-maroochydore

WesleyCare Maroochydore Group

Maroochydore wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-maroochydore-group-home

WesleyCare Tewantin Group Home Tewantin wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-tewantin

In-home & Community Support

Therapists & Specialists

QLD

Therapists & Specialists

& 07 5530 5099

SERVICES

. Behaviour Specialist Services

. Behaviour Counselling

. Psychology (incl Provisional)

. Speech Therapy

. Occupational Therapy

. Autism (ASD) Support

. NDIS Behaviour Suppor t

. Assessments

. Consultancy

. Group Therapy Programs

. Clinical Supervision

PRODUCTS

. Online Education

. FABIC TV

. Books & DVDs

. Products & Resources

AVAILABLE

. Gold Coast

. Brisbane

. Perth

. On-site

. Online (worldwide)

QLD Therapists & Specialists

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Providers servicing all of QLD

Wesley Mission - Specialist disability accommodation (SDA)

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation

WesleyCare Jindalee

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-jindalee

WesleyCare Wynnum Apartments

Jindalee

Wynnum wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-wynnum

Wonsie

QLD Therapists & Specialists

Brisbane region continued

WesleyCare Murarrie Apartments Murarrie wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disability-1 accommodation/wesleycare-murarrie-apartments

WesleyCare Sibley Road Wynnum wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-sibley-road

WesleyCare Sinnamon Village Sinnamon Park wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-sinnamon-village

WesleyCare Wynnum – Asher House Wynnum wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/asher-house

Xavier Children’s Support Network

QLD Therapists & Specialists

Therapists & Specialists

WesleyCare Coomera

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-

QLD Therapists & Specialists

Therapists & Specialists

QLD Therapists & Specialists

WesleyCare Maroochydore Apartments

Maroochydore wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-maroochydore

WesleyCare Maroochydore Group Home

Maroochydore wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-maroochydore-group-home

WesleyCare Tewantin Group Home

Tewantin wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-supportservices/specialist-disabilityaccommodation/wesleycare-tewantin

QLD Accommodation

WesleyCare Wynnum Apartments wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/

• ACCOMMODATION: Individual 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms, Resort facilities, Spa suites, Access bathrooms, HiLo adjustable beds, Hoists, tilt shower/commode chairs for children and adults

• TRANSPORT: Access vehicle & sedans. Additional service to pick-up/return to home or airport

• ASSISTANCE with self-care activities

• COMMUNITY ACCESS ACTIVITIES: your choice

• FOOD: meals in-room & dining out

• SUPPORT WORKERS: yours or ours, paid by the STA funding

• STA is typically up to 14 days at a time

• Short notice cancellation applies

• Conditions & Limits apply for this service

• Owner discretion to gift accommodation for family members

• Support Workers, Registered Nurses & Paediatric nurses to care for adults & children

• ACCESSIBLE & SHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION (STA)

• MEDIUM TERM ACCOMMODATION (MTA)

• SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING (SIL)

• INDIVIDUAL LIVING OPTIONS (ILO) & SUPPORT COORDINATION

• TRANSPORT - Accessible Vehicle & Sedan

QLD Accommodation

WesleyCare Cannon Hill

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-cannon-hill

WesleyCare Mitchelton – Clear Breeze Apartments

wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ clear-breeze-apartments

WesleyCare Mount Gravatt Apartments wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-mt-gravatt

WesleyCare Murarrie Apartments wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-murarrie-apartments

WesleyCare Sibley Road wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-sibley-road

WesleyCare Sinnamon Village wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-sinnamon-village

WesleyCare Wynnum – Asher House wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ asher-house

QLD Accommodation

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) refers to accommodation for people with a disability who require specialized housing solutions to cater to their support needs. At ASDA Provider Group, we understand the positive impact that appropriate SDA properties has and will have on people with disability. We believe that SDA Properties, that meets their needs are entitled to accommodation which allows them to live comfortably. We aim to use our experience and knowledge in both the building sectors and the disability sector to make the most of the SDA funding for the participant. After nearly a decade in the NDIS space and over 15 years’ experience in building and property management we can assure you that our knowledge is above expectations, as we strive daily to achieve a positive outcome for our participants.

QLD Accommodation

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wmq.org.au/disability-ndis-support-services/ specialist-disability-accommodation/ wesleycare-tewantin

QLD Accommodation

QLD Advisors

QLD Equipment & Technology

QLD Mental Health

PUBLICATIONS WEBSITE

• Approximately 21.4% of Australians reported having a disability (2022).

• Targeted approach.

• The Guide reaches key audiences during times of critical decision making.

• Increased dwell time - 9:30 min average read time (digital book statistics).

• Key element in a Support Coordinators Tool Kit.

Contact our sales team today and connect your brand with the right audience.

sales@dps.com.au | 1300 186 688

TAS

In-home & Community Support

Community access and inclusion

Domestic assistance

Home maintenance and gardening

Life skills

Meals and shopping

Multicultural support

Personal care

Respite

Sports, social and recreational support

Transport

Travel and holidays

Therapists & Specialists

Behavioural support

Dietitians/Nutritionists

Early intervention

Occupational therapists

Paediatricians

Physiotherapists

Psychologists

Speech therapist

Therapeutic supports

Training/workshops

24-hour

Long-term

Respite

Shared

Short-term

Welcome to the Disability Support Guide directory for those in Tasmania. Depending on the type of support you require, you can use this page to narrow down your search and find the help you need. If you need help navigating the service provider listings, head to page 26 to learn more.

Case coordinators

Education support

support

services Intervention support

managers Support coordinators

Equipment & Technology

Assistive technology

Communication equipment

Continence products

Educational toys

Healthcare products

Home modifications

Mobility equipment

Vehicle modifications

Mental Health

Mental health support

Helplines

Mental health nurses

Psychologists

Psychiatrists

Psychosocial support

Social workers

REGIONS MAP Tasmania

This map provides you with a geographic reference to the service regions in Tasmania. To help you find providers that offer services near you, we have sorted the directory tables into a number of regions. You can use the map below to work out which region covers the area you live in.

Providers that have indicated they look after all of Tasmania or those that did not specify a region with DPS are listed under ‘Providers servicing all of TAS.’ If a provider services one or multiple regions, but not all, they will be listed in each applicable region.

St Marys

Melton Mowbray

Burnie

Campbell Town

Currie

Derwent Bridge

Zeehan

Queenstown

Deloraine

North West East Coast

Launceston, Tamar and the North

Wildnerness West

Hobart and the South

Southport

Geeveston

St Marys

Melton Mowbray

Burnie

Campbell Town

Currie

Derwent Bridge

Zeehan

Queenstown

Deloraine

North West East Coast

Launceston, Tamar and the North

Wildnerness West

Hobart and the South

Southport

Geeveston

TAS In-home & Community Support

In-home & Community Support

Your life, your choice, our focus

We provide in-home, centre-based and community-based support to people living with disability and people with mental illness. Supporting people to remain independent at home and in the community is our goal.

Stay in the place you’re familiar with and keep connected with friends and family with support from CBS. The right amount of support from the right people can go a long way.

Assistance with self-care activities | Assistance to access community, social and recreational activities | Individual skills development | Group based social activities | Home

Household tasks

TAS In-home & Community Support

TAS

Therapists & Specialists

TAS Accommodation

TAS Advisors

TAS Equipment & Technology

TAS Mental Health

PUBLICATIONS WEBSITE

• Approximately 21.4% of Australians reported having a disability (2022).

• Targeted approach.

• The Guide reaches key audiences during times of critical decision making.

• Increased dwell time - 9:30 min average read time (digital book statistics).

• Key element in a Support Coordinators Tool Kit.

Contact our sales team today and connect your brand with the right audience.

sales@dps.com.au | 1300 186 688

VIC

In-home & Community Support

Community access and inclusion

Domestic assistance

Home maintenance and gardening

Life skills

Meals and shopping

Multicultural support

Personal care

Respite

Sports, social and recreational support

Transport

Travel and holidays

Therapists & Specialists

Behavioural support

Dietitians/Nutritionists

Early intervention

Occupational therapists

Paediatricians

Physiotherapists

Psychologists

Speech therapist

Therapeutic supports

Training/workshops Accommodation

24-hour emergency

Housing and public housing

Long-term accommodation

Respite

Shared living

Short-term accommodation

Specialist

Supported independent living

Welcome to the Disability Support Guide directory for those in Victoria. Depending on the type of support you require, you can use this page to narrow down your search and find the help you need. If you need help navigating the service provider listings, head to page 26 to learn more.

Case coordinators

Education support

Employment support

Financial services

Intervention support

managers

Support coordinators

Equipment & Technology

Assistive technology

Communication equipment

Continence products

Educational toys

Healthcare products

Home modifications

Mobility equipment

Vehicle modifications

Mental Health

Mental health support

Helplines

Mental health nurses

Psychologists

Psychiatrists

Psychosocial support

Social workers

REGIONS MAP Victoria

This map provides you with a geographic reference to the service regions in Victoria. To help you find providers that offer services near you, we have sorted the directory tables into a number of regions. You can use the map below to work out which region covers the area you live in.

Providers that have indicated they look after all of Victoria or those that did not specify a region with DPS are listed under ‘Providers servicing all of VIC.’ If a provider services one or multiple regions, but not all, they will be listed in each applicable region.

Mildura

Wodonga

Horsham

Loddon Mallee

Gippsland

Grampians Central West

Goulburn Valley

Barwon South West

VIC In-home & Community Support

disability services putting you first

VIC In-home & Community Support

Infinite Ability is a leading disability service provider that stands out for its commitment to empowerment, inclusivity, and personalised care.

With a dedicated team of compassionate professionals, we offer a broad spectrum of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, from personal care and daily living support to skill development and social integration.

Their innovative approach ensures that every client has access to the latest resources and technologies, enabling them to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

We focus not only on immediate needs but also on long-term goals, promoting a sense of achievement and personal growth.

Infinite Ability is a NDIS Registered Provider. We offer Supported Independent Living (SIL), Assistance for Daily Activities, Behaviour Support, Community access & inclusion, Support Coordination, Individual Counselling for NDIS Participants. 1300 044 422 info@infiniteability.com.au

VIC

In-home & Community Support

VIC In-home & Community Support

REGISTERED NDIS PROVIDER

VIC

In-home & Community Support

VIC

VIC In-home & Community Support

VIC

In-home & Community Support

VIC In-home & Community Support

VIC

VIC In-home & Community Support

VIC

In-home & Community Support

VIC Therapists & Specialists

VIC

Therapists & Specialists

VIC Therapists & Specialists

& Specialists

VIC Therapists & Specialists

VIC

Therapists & Specialists

VIC Therapists & Specialists

& Specialists

VIC Therapists & Specialists

VIC

Therapists & Specialists

VIC Therapists & Specialists

& Specialists

VIC Therapists & Specialists

& Specialists

VIC Therapists & Specialists

VIC Accommodation

Welcome to CareChoice Homes.

CareChoice is an exceptional provider of quality disability supports in the home or in residential and community settings.

We help eligible NDIS participants find their ‘forever home’ process Homes across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria omplex and igh Nursing services Supported Independent Living (SIL)

SDA homes are designed with accessible features to enable participants to live more independently and more comfortably, and enable supports to be delivered more safely and more easily.

Participants are provided with more choice over how they live, who they live with and how they are supported.

We look forward to helping you along the journey of finding your and providing you with a professional service tailored to your individual needs

VIC Accommodation

Tailored-fit

VIC Accommodation

VIC Advisors

Western Support Services is a registered NDIS provider, providing support services to participants with disabilities and we help ensure you live as independently as possible.

We understand that every individual has unique needs and goals, and that is the reason we tailor our support services accordingly. Our focus is to maintain the wellbeing of the participants, whilst building their capacity to engage within the community and providing assistance to help them achieve their goals. We work towards safety as much as we encourage independent living, thereby making it easier for participants to live comfortably in a range of environments.

Our qualified and experienced team of support workers makes sure that you live your life the way you want to as an active member of the community. You are our foremost priority and we ensure that you are happy in your space.

VISION: To help connect, build and sustain an inclusive Society.

MISSION: To create and deliver exceptional services in supporting the community and empower people with disabilities from diverse cultures to reach their full potential.

VIC Advisors

VIC Equipment & Technology

Community & Home Care Specialists

Atlas McNeil Healthcare Community provides medical supplies, tailored solutions and personalised service, to those in the health care and home care community.

We work with the following accredited government subsidy schemes and funding programs to assist you with your needs:

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) - for people who have permanent and significant disability with funding for supports and services.

Home Care Packages Program (HCP) – supporting older Australians with complex needs to help them stay at home and connected to their communities for longer.

Home Enteral Nutrition Program (HEN) – for those in South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania looking for Flavour Creations nutritional supplements.

Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS) – for Australians experiencing bladder or bowel issues.

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VIC Equipment & Technology

We're here to make your NDIS journey easier

One stop solution for healthcare consumablesall the leading brands, specialist products, expert support for continence, enteral feeding, oral nutritional supports, wound care, skin care and more!

FREE Quotes for evidence gathering & better NDIS Plans

Expert advice along the way to find the best solutions

Immediate shipping on NDIS Plan Managed orders - no delays

Easy online ordering with real time stock levels

Reliable shipping with free freight on orders $250+ to Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane Metro (competitive rates elsewhere)

Peace of mind for parents, carers & Providers

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VIC Mental Health

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Resources National

National phone numbers and websites

Australian Disability Enterprises

1300 043 517 buyability.org.au

Australian Federation of Disability Organisations 1800 219 969 (AFDO) afdo.org.au

Autism Connect - Amaze 1300 308 699 amaze.org.au

Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 beyondblue.org.au

Blind Citizens Australia

1800 033 660 bca.org.au

Brain Injury Australia 1800 272 461 braininjuryaustralia.org.au

Carer Gateway 1800 422 737 carergateway.gov.au

Carer Gateway Counselling Service 1800 242 636 carergateway.gov.au

Carers Australia 02 6122 9900 carersaustralia.com.au

Cerebral Palsy Alliance

1300 888 378 cerebralpalsy.org.au

Deafness Forum of Australia 02 6262 7808 deafnessforum.org.au

Department of Health 02 6289 1555 health.gov.au

Department of Social Services 1300 653 227 dss.gov.au

Disability Employment Services (DES) 1800 464 800 jobaccess.gov.au

Disability Gateway 1800 643 787 disabilitygateway.gov.au

Federation of Ethnic Communities’ 02 6282 5755 Councils of Australia (FECCA) fecca.org.au

First People’s Disability Network 02 9267 4195 fpdn.org.au

Headspace

Inclusion Australia

JobAccess

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia

1800 650 890 headspace.org.au

1300 312 343 inclusionaustralia.org.au

1800 464 800 jobaccess.gov.au

02 7209 6301 lgbtiqhealth.org.au

Lifeline 13 11 14 lifeline.org.au

MyGov

National Continence Helpline

National Dementia Helpline

13 23 07 my.gov.au

1800 330 066 continence.org.au

1800 100 500 dementia.org.au/helpline

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

National Disability Services

National Equipment Database (NED)

1800 800 110 ndis.gov.au

02 6283 3200 nds.org.au

1300 885 886 askned.com.au

National Ethnic Disability Alliance 0402 610 399 neda.org.au

National Relay Service Voice Relay number - 1300 555 727 TTY number - 13 36 77 SMS relay number - 0423 677 767 accesshub.gov.au/about-the-nrs

NDIS Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) 1800 228 333 art.gov.au

NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission 1800 035 544 ndiscommission.gov.au

People with Disability Australia 1800 422 015 pwd.org.au

QLife 1800 184 527 qlife.org.au

Relationships Australia

1300 364 277 relationships.org.au

SANE Australia 1800 187 263 sane.org

Services Australia - Centrelink Disability, Sickness & Carers Line 13 27 17 servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/centrelink

Services Australia - Medicare 13 20 11 servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/medicare

Spinal Cord Injuries Australia 1800 819 775 scia.org.au

Stroke Foundation

1800 787 653 strokefoundation.org.au

Translating and Interpreting Service 13 14 50 tisnational.gov.au

Wellways

1300 111 400 wellways.org

ACT phone numbers and websites

ACT Companion Card 02 6205 4333 act.gov.au/community/ people-with-disability/companion-card

ACT Disability Aged and Carer Advocacy Service 02 6242 5060 adacas.org.au

ACT Down Syndrome Association 02 6290 0656 actdsa.org.au

ACT Mental Health Consumer Network 02 6230 5796 actmhcn.org.au

Advocacy for Inclusion

02 6257 4005 advocacyforinclusion.org

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) 1800 277 328 aspect.org.au

Canberra Blind Society 02 6247 4580 canberrablindsociety.org.au

Carers ACT 02 6296 9900 carersact.org.au

Cerabral Palsy Alliance 1300 888 378 cerebralpalsy.org.au

Dementia Australia ACT 02 6255 0722 (Griffith Office) dementia.org.au/contact-us/act

Disability Aging and Community Care Services 02 8004 8412 daaccs.com.au

Ethnic Disability ACT

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT

02 6255 2671 ethnicdisabilityact.weebly.com

1800 436 364 nsw.guidedogs.com.au

Multiple Sclerosis Plus 1800 042 138 msplus.org.au

National Disability Services ACT 02 6283 3200 nds.org.au

People with Disabilities ACT

02 6288 1144 pwdact.org.au

Public Trustee and Guardian 02 6207 9800 ptg.act.gov.au

Spinal ACT

02 6290 1984 spinalact.org

Women with Disabilities ACT wwdact.org.au

Women’s Health Service ACT 02 5124 1787 canberrahealthservices.act.gov.au/services-and-clinics/ services/womens-health-service

Resources NEW SOUTH WALES

New South Wales phone numbers and websites

Autism Advisory Support Service

02 9601 2844 aass.org.au

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) 1800 277 328 aspect.org.au

Aquired Brain Injury Services NSW 02 9334 2247 abis.org.au

Carers NSW 02 9280 4744 carersnsw.org.au

Cerabral Palsy Alliance

Council for Intellectual Disability

Deaf Society NSW

Disability Advocacy NSW

Down Syndrome NSW

1300 888 378 cerebralpalsy.org.au

1800 424 065 cid.org.au

1800 893 855 deafconnect.org.au

1300 365 085 da.org.au

1300 344 954 downsyndrome.org.au/nsw

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT

1800 436 364 nsw.guidedogs.com.au

Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association of NSW 1800 629 072 mdaa.org.au

Multiple Sclerosis Plus

Muscular Dystrophy NSW

1800 042 138 msplus.org.au

1800 635 109 mdnsw.org.au

National Disability Services NSW 02 9256 3111 nds.org.au

NSW Companion Card 1800 893 044 nsw.gov.au/community-services/companion-card

Physical Disability Council of NSW Sydney Metro – 02 9552 1606 Toll free – 1800 688 831 pdcnsw.org.au

Trustee & Guardian NSW

1300 109 290 tag.nsw.gov.au

Resources QUEENSLAND

Queensland phone numbers and websites

Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia 07 3637 6000 or freecall 1800 818 338 adaaustralia.com.au

Autism QLD 07 3273 0000 autismqld.com.au

Carers QLD 1300 747 636 carersqld.com.au

Deaf Services QLD 07 3892 8500 deafconnect.org.au

Down Syndrome QLD 07 3356 6655 downsyndrome.org.au/qld

Guide Dogs QLD 07 3500 9001 qld.guidedogs.com.au

Mackay Advocacy 07 4957 8710 mackayadvocacy.com.au

Mater Intellectual Disability & Autism Service 07 3163 8111 mater.org.au/midas

Multiple Sclerosis QLD 1800 177 591 msqld.org.au

Muscular Dystrophy QLD 1800 676 364 mdqld.org.au

National Disability Services QLD 07 3828 9400 nds.org.au

Office of the Public Advocate QLD 07 3738 9513 justice.qld.gov.au/public-advocate

Office of the Public Guardian 1300 653 187 publicguardian.qld.gov.au

Public Trustee of Queensland 1300 360 044 pt.qld.gov.au

QLD Companion Card 13 74 68 qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/ subsidies-concessions-passes/companion-card

Queensland Advocacy Incorporated 07 3844 4200 qai.org.au

Queenslanders with Disability Network 1300 363 783 qdn.org.au

Synapse (Brain Injury Association of Queensland) 1800 673 074 synapse.org.au

Resources TASMANIA

Tasmanian phone numbers and websites

Advocacy Tasmania

1800 005 131 advocacytasmania.org.au

Association for Children with Disability (Tas) 1800 244 742 acdtas.com.au

Brain Injury Association of Tasmania 1300 242 827 biat.org.au

Carers TAS 03 6144 3700 carerstas.org

Companion Card (TAS)

1800 009 501 companioncard.tas.gov.au

Department of Health, Tasmania 1300 135 513 health.tas.gov.au

Down Syndrome Tasmania 1300 592 050 downsyndrome.org.au/tas

Expression Australia 1300 780 225 (formerly Tasmanian Deaf Society) expression.com.au

Guide Dogs Tasmania 03 6232 1222 guidedogstas.com.au

Finding Your Way

03 6231 2466 findingyourway.com.au

Multiple Sclerosis Plus 1800 042 138 msplus.org.au

Muscular Dystrophy Tasmania 0400 877 137 musculardystrophytasmania.com.au

National Disability Services TAS 03 6212 7300 nds.org.au

Office of the Public Guardian 1800 955 772 www.publicguardian.tas.gov.au

Riding for the Disabled Association of Tasmania 0429 943 247 rdatas.org.au

Service Tasmania 1300 135 513 service.tas.gov.au

Speakout Advocacy

03 6231 2344 speakoutadvocacy.org

Tasmanian Autism Diagnostic Service (TADS) 1800 816 057 decyp.tas.gov.au/learning/supporting-student-need

Resources VICTORIA

Victoria phone numbers and websites

Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities 03 9480 7000 adec.org.au

Association for Children with a Disability 03 9880 7000 acd.org.au

Belonging Matters 03 9739 8333 belongingmatters.org

Brain Injury Matters 03 9639 7222 braininjurymatters.org

BrainLink 1800 677 579 brainlink.org.au

Cerebral Palsy Support Network 03 9478 1001 cpsn.org.au

Companion Card (VIC) 1800 650 611 companioncard.vic.gov.au

Department of Health and Human Services 1300 650 172 health.vic.gov.au

Disability Advocacy Resource Unit 03 9639 5807 daru.org.au

Disability Connect Victoria 03 9052 4470 dcvic.com.au

Disability Resource Centre 03 9671 3000 drc.org.au

Disability Services Commissioner 1800 677 342 odsc.vic.gov.au

Disability Sports Victoria 03 8652 9722 dsr.org.au

Down Syndrome Victoria 03 9486 9600 downsyndrome.org.au/vic

Expressions Australia (formerly Vicdeaf)

Guide Dogs VIC

1300 780 225 expression.com.au

1800 804 805 vic.guidedogs.com.au

Leadership Plus 03 9489 2999 leadershipplus.com

Multiple Sclerosis Plus 1800 042 138 msplus.org.au

Muscular Dystrophy Australia

03 9320 9555 mda.org.au

National Disability Services Victoria 03 8341 4300 nds.org.au

Office for Disability

Office of the Public Advocate

1300 880 043 dffh.vic.gov.au/office-disability

1300 309 337 publicadvocate.vic.gov.au

Rights, Information and Advocacy Centre (RIAC) 03 5222 5499 riac.org.au

VALID

03 9416 4003 valid.org.au

Victorian Disability Worker Commission 1800 497 132 vdwc.vic.gov.au Email: info@vdwc.vic.gov.au

Villamanta Disability Rights Legal Service 1800 014 111 villamanta.org.au

Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV) 03 9286 7800 wdv.org.au

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Meet the model gracing our cover — Payge Hollis

ADVOCATE INDEPENDENT

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Flexible Meal Plans for All NDIS Plan Types

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