Accessing NDIS Resources: Essential Contacts in Queensland (QLD)
Queensland (QLD) offers various resources to assist with navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Here is a list of important contacts and descriptions for advocacy services, government agencies, and health organizations in QLD.
Advocacy Contacts
- Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia:
- 07 3637 6000
- 1800 818 338 (free call)
Provides advocacy and support for individuals with disabilities and aged care needs. - Autism QLD: 07 3273 0000
Offers support and services for individuals with autism. - Blind Citizens Australia:
- Brisbane: 0448 619 595
- Toowoomba: 07 4632 6019
Advocates for the rights and needs of people who are blind or vision impaired. - Carers QLD: 07 3900 8100
Provides support and resources for carers of people with disabilities. - Deaf Services QLD: 07 3892 8500
Offers support and advocacy for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. - Down Syndrome QLD: 07 3356 6655
Supports individuals with Down syndrome and their families. - Mackay Advocacy: 07 4957 8710
Provides advocacy and support services in Mackay. - Multiple Sclerosis QLD:
- 1800 177 591
- Neuro Assist Line: 1800 959 638
Offers support and information for individuals with multiple sclerosis. - Muscular Dystrophy QLD: 1800 676 364
Provides support and advocacy for people with muscular dystrophy. - National Disability Services QLD: 07 3828 9400
Offers services and information for people with disabilities. - Queensland Advocacy Inc: 07 3844 4200
Provides advocacy services for individuals with disabilities. - Queenslanders with Disability Network: 1300 363 783
Offers support and advocacy for Queenslanders with disabilities. - Synapse: 1800 673 074
Provides support for people with brain injuries and neurological conditions.
Government Contacts
- Department of Communities Disability Services and Seniors: 13 74 68
Offers information and services related to disability, seniors, and community services. - Office of the Public Advocate QLD: 07 3738 9513
Supports people who need assistance with decision-making. - Office of the Public Guardian: 1300 653 187
Provides guardianship and advocacy services for individuals. - QLD Companion Card: 13 74 68
Offers a companion card for people with significant disabilities requiring assistance.
Health Contacts
- Guide Dogs QLD: 180
0 810 122
Provides guide dogs and mobility services for individuals with vision impairment.
- Mater Intellectual Disability & Autism Service: 07 3163 2412
Offers specialized services for intellectual disabilities and autism. - Queensland Women’s Health Network: 07 4789 0665
Provides support and advocacy for women’s health, including those with disabilities.
These contacts will help you access essential services and support under the NDIS in Queensland.
