Disability and NDIS
Our deadly team understands that your disability needs are unique to you. We are committed to providing individualised and culturally safe support by tailoring your disability journey to connect you with the most appropriate funding supports and services. We’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way and offer disability support for Mob.
Navigating and accessing the NDIS and the QCSS
For Mob living in South East Queensland, we offer a unique Disability Access Pathway tailored to your needs. Our team works with you to explore disability funding options that best suit your individual circumstances. We help determine your eligibility for both the Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS) and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), supporting you through the entire application process. This includes working closely with your treating health professionals to gather the necessary evidence, assisting with planning, and linking you to the right service providers.
Who can access our services?
Access pathways and support are free for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 0 to 65, and their families, who are living with:
- a disability
- a chronic illness or complex mental health condition
- circumstances that affect their ability to live independently in the community.
If you meet the access requirements, you may be eligible for a NDIS plan and be able to access a range of services, including:
- allied health
- community access supports
- in-home supports
- support coordination
Our deadly team is here to guide you every step of the way, offering culturally safe and personalised support that’s tailored to your journey.
Support Coordination
We can support you in understanding your NDIS plan and connect you to the services and programs available, or those that need to be identified in your plan.
Allied Health
We can connect you to our network of allied health professionals to support your health and wellbeing. Our team includes occupational therapists, speech therapists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, dietitians, social workers, exercise physiologists, therapy assistants, and more under your NDIS plan.
In Home Supports
We can connect Mob living in the Goodna region with services to provide:
- housework – including preparing meals, cleaning and household chores
- personal care – such as showering and getting dressed.
Community Access Supports
We can connect Mob living in the Goodna region with services to provide support with shopping, transport, health appointments and attending social or community events.
Who we are
The Disability Services team are Community.
Our deadly team of support coordinators, in home support workers, allied health staff, access officers and other workers come from our Community.
NDIS and QCSS explained
Funding is available for Mob with a disability from:
NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government program that provides funding for people (aged 0-65) with disabilities to improve daily living to achieve their goals.
The Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH) is a registered NDIS service provider.
We work locally to ensure that NDIS has a positive impact for Mob with a disability and their community.
Within the Goodna region, IUIH also supports children aged 0–9 who have a developmental delay or disability, along with their families, to explore access to NDIS funded supports to meet their needs.
QCSS
The Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS) is available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people 50 years and under, who are living with a disability, chronic illness, mental health condition, or other issues that affect daily living or community participation.
This program is specifically for individuals who are not eligible for the NDIS or Aged Care support. The Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH) is funded to deliver QCSS services across its South East Queensland footprint.
Where to start?
Book an appointment with your GP to discuss your disability needs as they can help you to connect with the correct disability network, or, you can contact us on our team contacts below:
General inquiries: 1800 317 378
Disability Services | Access Pathway: [email protected]
Disability Services | Support Coordination: [email protected]
Disability Services | Allied Health: [email protected]
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