National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
You can use the NDIS to access personal care support with daily personal activities including personal hygiene, eating and drinking, mobility and attending appointments.
NDIA LGBTIQA+ Strategy
The NDIA is committed to ensuring that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, and asexual (LGBTIQA+) people with disability have an equal and equitable chance to benefit from NDIS.
NPS MedicineWise app
The National Prescribing Service (NPS) have developed a free app that has medication reminders and links to more information about the medicines you’re taking.
Patient transport schemes
You may be able to get subsidised transport services if you need to travel to get treatment that is not available in your area. Some schemes include accommodation. You can also talk to the hospital or medical centre you go to, because they may have some advice about where to go for transport help.
NSW Mental Health Services and Programs
There are a range of support services and programs for young people, adults and older people offered by the NSW government.
Call the Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511.
On the Line Counselling and Helplines
On the Line is a professional social health organisation that delivers 25 outsourced phone and digital counselling solutions on behalf of our government and commercial funders. We specialise in supporting clients along the mental health continuum, from crisis support to low intensity.
Open Minds
Open Minds provides counselling and psychology services. They also offer phone or video appointments so you can get help while you’re at home.
Open Minds – LGBTI support
Open Minds provides mental health and disability support services in Queensland and Northern New South Wales.
Parkinson’s Australia
Parkinson’s Australia has put together a one-stop-shop where you can access information resources and training for people aged under 65 living with Parkinson's and care providers. The information includes understanding your symptoms, management, care/support and treatments.
Patient Assistance Transport Scheme (PATS)
If you live in a rural or remote area, you may be able to access subsidies through PATS to go towards the cost of travel and accommodation when you have to travel to see you nearest medical specialist.