Australians living with a disability are assisted by a range of services offered by public, private and not-for-profit organisations.
The largest group of disability service providers are not-for-profit, represented by the National Disability Services Limited (NDS). NDS is a nation-wide industry association with over 600 members, operating several thousand services for people with all types of disability.
This directory lists products, services and support organisations relevant to people living with a disability.
Custom Designed Aids Service
Technical Aid to the Disabled NSW
Northmead, NSW 2152
TADNSW - services for people of all ages with disabilities:Custom designed aids service - makes and modifies equipment;
Computer loan service - small annual fee; and
George Winston Library and Information Centre.
Yooralla Society of Victoria
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Yooralla is one of Victoria's oldest and largest non-profit community organisations. We help Victorians who live with a disability acquired from birth, accident, ill health or age. We help both children and adults with disabilities to do everyday things that most of us take for granted - things like eating, talking, showering, working and generally living independently.Donations Toll Free: 1800 666 010
Tirrikee - Supported Accommodation
Aftercare
Marrickville and Petersham
Lilyfield, NSW 2040
Tirrikee provides a support and rehabilitation program to former boarding house residents with complex needs.
Down Syndrome Association of Victoria Inc
Fitzroy, VIC 3063
The Down Syndrome Association of Victoria can provide parents, carers and friends with Down syndrome with support and information.
RDNS Disability Service
Royal District Nursing Service of SA Inc.
Glenside, SA 5065
The RDNS Disability Services, funded by the Office for Disability and Client Services (ODaCS), are available to people living in the Adelaide metro areas.
Spina Bifida Association of WA Inc.
Nedlands, WA 6009
The Spina Bifida Association is a self-help group formed by families in 1970 to provide support and information for those living with Spina Bifida. Our mission is to improve the lives of people with Spina Bifida by empowering, informing and supporting them in the quest to achieve personal life goals.
Cabanda Day Respite Centre
Rosewood Aged People's Home Committee Inc
Rosewood, QLD 4340
Cabanda Day Respite service is a five days a week program that is part of the Home and Community Care services. It is designed to assist the frail aged and those with a disability to remain at home with the help of their relatives or friends.Office of the Public Advocate
Melbourne, VIC 3000
An independent statutory office, working to promote the interests, rights and dignity of Victorians with disability.TTY: 03 9603 9529
Assert 4 All, Barwon DisAbility Resource Council
Geelong, VIC 3220
An independent organisation that provides advocacy, support and referral to people with disabilities, their families and carers - living in the Barwon South West region of Victoria.
F I R S T B A S E
Yooralla Society of Victoria
Melbourne, VIC 3000
F I R S T B A S E assists young people with disabilities over 18 years old to make the transition from school to adult lifestyles of their choice. This is achieved through a range of community bases that develop a variety of adult skills while providing appropriate on-site therapy.