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AllPlay Learn
If your child has a disability or developmental challenges AllPlay Learn can support you with information and resources for parents, children, teachers and the community.
National Disability Insurance Scheme – step-by-step early childhood intervention
If your child has a disability and is aged 0 to 6 you may be able to access the early childhood intervention (ECI) step-by-step early childhood intervention under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). You can call the NDIS on 1800 800 110.
Association for children with a disability
The Association for children with a disability provides a support line, workshops, information and resources to assist children with a disability and their families with early intervention and access to schools.
Support for children with additional needs in early childhood
If your child has a disability or additional needs, they may be able to access extra support from early childhood services, childcare and kindergarten.
Carer Payment
This payment provides income support if you can’t work because you care for someone. You might be able to get this payment if you provide constant care in a private home for someone with a severe disability or severe medical condition or who is frail and elderly, and if you aren’t away from them for more than 25 hours a week to work.
Carer Supplement
This supplement is a yearly payment to help with the cost of caring for a person. You might be able to get this payment if you get a Carer Payment or a Carer Allowance.
Australian Parenting Website
The Australian Government website RaisingChildren.net.au may be helpful if you are looking for parenting resources. On the website you will find a guide to disabilities, links to services and many other resources for families.
Toy Libraries Australia
You can borrow from a vast array of well-made toys that have been designed to support your child’s skill development and imagination. Toy libraries aim to support families and encourage togetherness with quality time spent playing with children.
Victorian Department of Education and Training
The Victorian Government website provides information and services for families of children living with disability and additional needs. They may also be able to provide you with extra support for children with additional needs in early childhood.