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The ACT Human Rights Commission has information on their website about your rights as a person with disability in the ACT.

The NRS can help you communicate over the phone if you are deaf, hard of hearing or have difficulties with speech.

This program provides a range of Jewish educational resources and services to families with children living with Autism or disabilities.

If you or someone you care for is older, you may be able to access home modifications (e.g. ramps and rails), as well as goods, equipment and assistive technology as part of a home care package.

If you are a young person aged 15 to 24, you can gain skills and support through the Transition to Work program. The program can help you become an apprentice or trainee and link you to potential employers.

The Australian Alliance can support you with resources and training across a wide range of issues, including how families can help to build an inclusive school.

The Council for Intellectual Disability provides people with intellectual disability information addressing concerns about all aspect of COVID-19 and the ways it impacts their lives.

ACON is a New South Wales based health promotion organisation specialising in HIV prevention, HIV support and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) health.

The ACT find-a-health service is an online directory of health services available throughout the Australian Capital Territory. To search for respite services you can type in ‘respite’ and narrow your search by suburb.

There are a range of mental health services offered in the ACT. This includes emergency assistance, support groups, counselling services and treatment options for adults, children and teenagers suffering from a mental illness. Services are also offered to support to carers. For urgent support and assistance call 1800 629 354.