Disability services and supports are available for many South Australians living with permanent disability.
Eligibility depends on your age, location and individual need.
Children
Apply through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Adults under 65
Apply to the NDIS
Apply if you require support from a person or equipment to do everyday things because of an impairment or condition that is likely to be permanent.
Use the NDIS access checklist to see if you may be able to participate in the scheme.
Contact NDIS
National Disability Insurance Agency - phone 1800 800 110
TTY - phone 1800 555 677, then ask for 1800 800 110
Speak-and-Listen - phone 1800 555 727, then ask for 1800 800 110
National Relay Service - ask for 1800 800 110
Apply to ReturntoWorkSA
ReturnToWorkSA (formerly WorkCover) is responsible for providing work injury insurance and regulating the South Australian return to work scheme.
They provide insurance that protects South Australian businesses and workers in the event of a work injury.
ReturnToWorkSA provides financial support to cover worker wages, reasonable medical treatment and return to work services to people who have been injured at work.
Contact ReturntoWorkSA
Phone 13 18 55
Email info@rtwsa.com
Adults over 65
Contact MyAgedCare
If you are over 65 years of age and need support to live at home, contact MyAgedCare.
Phone 1800 200 422
Related information
Other websites
Independent Living Centre (ILC) - equipment and techniques to help you with everyday tasks
