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Department of Human Services, State Government of Victoria, Australia
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Flexible Support Packages

Flexible Support Packages and Outreach Support review

In 2007 a review of the Flexible Support Package and Outreach Support activities funded by Disability Services commenced. The review looked at the experiences of people using support and collected information from disability service providers.

The review is now complete and has made a number of recommendations of how we can enhance services using an individualised planning and support approach.

Executive Summary

An Executive Summary of the review report is available to download:

Information sheet

An information sheet about the review and how it will inform future work to strengthen an individualised approach is also available to download:

Flexible Support Packages provide a range of supports, including packages of discretionary funding for people with an acquired brain injury to support community living, a combination of case managment and discretionary funding for families and children with complex needs, and alternative family placement.

Flexible Support Packages are designed to assist you to become more independent so you can make choices about your life and participate in your local community. Packages may also offer supports to families and carers where relevant.

Supports may include essential goods and equipment, direct support, respite, and/or case management, depending on your individual needs and goals.

Flexible Support Packages includes:

  • Making a Difference
  • Early Choices
  • Continuity of Care
  • Assistance with Community Living 
  • ABI Packages
  • Family Options.

Who can get assistance

You may get assistance if you meet the criteria as determined under the Disability Act 2006. This Act is available from Victorian Legislation and Parliamentary Documents (External link).

How to get assistance

Contact your regional Disability Intake and Response Service to find out more information about this program and how to apply.

Related information

For more information about Flexible Support Packages, you can download the Flexible Support Packages Guidelines:

Search for community support services using the Disability Online Service Directory (External link) - information for people with a disability, their families and carers.