Families and carers
This section offers information on the different types of supports available for families and carers of people with a disability.
Disability Services supports
The following supports are funded by the Department of Human Services and are provided in partnership with agencies and other funded organisations or managed by Regional staff of the Department of Human Services.
Individual Support Packages provide flexible funding, after planning with you, to suit your particular needs.
Family Options provides intensive support for families of people with severe medical disabilities to live in their own homes.
Respite provides short-term breaks for carers of people with a disability.
Want to get supports?
Disability Services can assist you to get the supports you need to enable you to fulfil your plans for the future. These supports may be funded by Disability Services or available in your local community.
Need to change your current supports?
If you are currently receiving Disability Services supports and you wish to change the types of supports you have, contact the Disability Intake and Response Service for advice and information.