South Australia (SA) provides a range of resources for individuals navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Here is a list of key contacts and descriptions for advocacy services, government agencies, and health organizations in SA.
Advocacy Contacts
- Australasian Society For Intellectual Disability: 1800 644 741 Provides support and advocacy for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Autism SA: 1300 288 476 Offers support services for individuals with autism in SA.
- Brain Injury SA: 08 8217 7600 Provides support and advocacy for individuals with brain injuries.
- Carer SA: 1800 422 737 Offers support and resources for carers of people with disabilities.
- Citizen Advocacy SA: 08 8410 6644 Provides advocacy services for individuals with disabilities.
- Disability Advocacy and Complaints Service of SA: 08 7122 6030 Offers advocacy and assistance with complaints related to disability services.
- Disability Rights Advocacy Service: 08 8351 9500 Provides legal and advocacy support for people with disabilities.
- Down Syndrome SA: 08 8245 4600 Supports individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
- Independent Advocacy SA: 1800 999 884 Offers independent advocacy services for people with disabilities.
- Multiple Sclerosis Society of SA & NT Inc: 08 7002 6500 Provides support and information for individuals with multiple sclerosis.
- National Disability Services SA: 08 8154 3700 Offers services and information for people with disabilities.
- Polio SA: 0466 893 402 Supports individuals affected by polio and related conditions.
Government Contacts
- Department for Education: 1800 088 158 Provides educational support services for students with disabilities.
- Disability Information Service: 1300 786 117 Offers information and guidance on disability services.
- SA Companion Card: 1800 667 110 Provides a companion card for people with significant disabilities requiring assistance.
- Office of the Public Advocate: 08 8342 8200 Supports individuals who need assistance with decision-making and advocacy.
- Public Trustee: 08 8226 9200 Offers trustee and estate management services.
- Special Education Resource Unit (SERU): 08 8235 2871 Provides resources and support for special education needs.
Health Contacts
- ADASA: 08 8272 8111 Offers support and information for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
- GROW SA: 08 8298 9299 Provides support for mental health and personal development.
- Guide Dogs SA/NT: 08 8203 8333 Provides guide dogs and mobility services for individuals with vision impairment.
- Mind South Australia: 1300 286 463 Offers mental health support and services.
- Riding for the Disabled SA: 08 8377 3150 Provides therapeutic riding programs for people with disabilities.
- scosa: 08 8347 2664 Offers support and services for individuals with disabilities.
These contacts provide access to support and resources under the NDIS in South Australia.
