Mainstream and community supports are the supports you get outside the NDIS. These are the supports available to everyone, whether or not they have a disability. You can get mainstream supports from government funded services. You can also get community supports from other services in your local community. If you have a disability, these supports can help you become as…
If you have a loved one with an intellectual or physical disability, NDIS may be the right option for you. Comfy Care Services are one of the few NDIS care providers in the state that specialize in non-medical In-Home and Home Personal care services. We have been serving clients with disabilities and seniors and our goal is to exceed your…
We all benefit from a more inclusive Australia where everyone has the same opportunity to participate both socially and economically. We know that people with disability achieve the best outcomes when they have access to the same services and facilities as the broader community, such as housing, healthcare, education, justice and community safety, shops, sports clubs, transport, websites and…
On this page: What is the mental health system responsible for? Examples�of treatment and care the mental health system should provide What are we responsible for? Examples of supports we may fund Example If you have a psychosocial disability, you may need regular or ongoing mental health treatment services. The mental health system is generally responsible for clinical services such…
Other government disability services If you are not eligible for the NDIS or are not located in an area where the NDIS has rolled out, you will still be able to connect with existing Commonwealth and state and territory government disability services for your support needs. Find a government disability service near you Australian Government The Disability Gateway The Disability…
� Please check this page regularly for the latest information on the response to coronavirus (COVID-19). Contact information and important links Where can I find more information about the response to coronavirus (COVID-19)? Department of Health website Your national department of health website, for�state or territory specific information�. If you require translation or interpreting services, we recommend you use: National…
On this page: What are the child protection and family support systems�responsible for? Examples�of supports the child protection and family support systems�should provide What are we responsible for when it comes to children in out-of-home care? Examples of supports we may fund for children in out-of-home care What are we responsible for when it comes to children who aren’t in…
On this page: What is the early childhood development sector responsible for? Examples�of supports the early childhood development sector should provide What are we responsible for? Examples of supports we may fund Example Early childhood development is about how young children grow and develop. The early childhood development and care sector can include: government departments responsible for childcare and early…
On this page: What is the transport system responsible for? Examples�of supports the transport system should provide What are we responsible for? Examples of supports we may fund Example Transport options can include walking, cycling, cars, buses, trains and trams. The transport system includes: government departments responsible for roads, footpaths, railways and waterways public transport taxi and rideshare operators. When…
Support for carers from other agencies Department of Social Services (DSS) DSS provides information and links to a range of services available locally and across Australia, including services for people with disability and those who provide care. You can find more information on the DSS website about these topics: Disability and Carers Programs and Services Supporting Carers Carer Gateway Carer…