Below is a list of many of the support services available to families of young people with a disability in Queensland:
Apikali provides a range of incontinence aids solutions and protection for children with special needs. They also have a range of sensory items, skin care for sensitive skin and their swipes washable wipes system for home or out and about.
Two rounds each year to apply for an iPad. Open to indigenous and non-indigenous Australians
A community based not-for-profit dedicated to bringing about positive change in the lives of people with autism and their families
Up to $12,000 in funding for early intervention services and treatments for eligible children
Unpaid care and support to family members and friends who have a disability, mental illness, chronic condition, terminal illness or who are frail
People who receive carer allowance or carer payment from Centrelink are eligible for this card
Assists people to become self-sufficient and supports those in need.
Financial support for basic dental services for children aged 2-17.
A not for profit community organisation for children with a disability and their families
Specialised educational resources and toy library
Helps people aged 5 years or more who have permanent and severe incontinence to meet some of the costs of incontinence products
Funding for families who drive their children to school and live 3.2km or more away
Support and advocacy for children and adults with down syndrome
Access to a wide range of information, resources, services and products of interest to people with disability, their families and carers. Includes a good selection of second disability equipment for sale
Funding to address the need for services for children with autism spectrum disorder, their families and carers
A wide range of innovative services in disability, mental health, aged care, family and children’s services. Excellent resource for carer support
Medicare rebates for up to 20 sessions with therapists such as psychologists, speech pathologists and occupational therapists
A subsidy paid to approved child care services, including out of school hours care and holiday programs, so that they can provide extra care for children with special needs
Provider of information, consultation and education on assistive technology that can help individuals improve their quality of life and remain independent
Subsidy funding for medical aids and equipment (communication aids, continence aids, mobility etc.) available to eligible Queenslanders with permanent/stable conditions or disabilities
Provides support and funding for diagnosis and some early intervention
Opens disabled toilets as well as accessing liberty swings in public playgrounds
Up to $1,000 in year 11 and $2,000 in year 12 to pursue the goals that have been identified in the senior education and training (SET) plan
A service to link parents of children with a disability or developmental delay to the support services they require
Discounts on car registration, rates, water, utilities, phone etc. for pension card holders
A free online parent resource providing information around the requirements for successful transition to post-school
Issued to people with a disability and high level support needs who require the full time assistance of a carer whilst they are on the plane
A service which coordinates the distribution of funds available under the Queensland Government's 'free limbs scheme' to eligible residents of Queensland
A comprehensive guide to autism services, support, tips and ideas for Qld
Interactive autism service pathfinder
Provides relationship support services to individuals, couples and families throughout Queensland
Positive parenting strategies for parents of children with a disability