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Disability and special needs
If your child has a disability, there are disability support services that can help with their learning.
National Disability Insurance Scheme – education for service providers
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports organisations who deliver services to NDIS participants, you can access information about the scheme online.
Barkuma Neighbourhood Centre
Barkuma can assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability to access supports aimed at increasing independence, inclusion and social participation.
Bungree Aboriginal Association
Bungree provides a range of programs and services that may assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability and their families in the Central Coast and Newcastle regions.
Raising Children
The Raising Children website has some ideas for respite if you are caring for a child with disability, autism spectrum disorder or other special needs.
Department of Veterans’ Affairs
If you are a veteran with disability you may be able to access respite services through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)
If you are a veteran, the DVA may be able to help you access support so that you can continue to live in your own home.