Disability Services

NDIS participants choose St Jude’s due to its history of over 40 years of delivering high-quality, person-centred care. St Jude’s is a trusted NDIS-registered provider. With immediate service availability, a highly trained clinical and allied health team, and a strong commitment to client safety and dignity of risk, St Jude’s is equipped to meet the diverse needs of both adults and children under the NDIS.

St Jude’s offers a comprehensive range of NDIS services, including home and living support, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), Individualised Living Options (ILO), short-term accommodation, in-home support, community participation, allied health services, support coordination, and recovery coaching.

St Jude’s provides a variety of home and living supports for NDIS participants, including Supported Independent Living (SIL), Drop-In Support (DIS), and assistance with daily tasks, enabling clients to live independently with the appropriate level of care to match their needs and goals.

St Jude’s delivers a wide range of allied health services, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, positive behaviour support, and counselling. These services aim to enhance participants’ overall well-being and help them achieve their NDIS goals.

St Jude’s assists participants in engaging in social, recreational, and educational activities that promote independence and foster connections within their community. These activities are tailored to meet individual interests and goals.

Support coordination helps NDIS participants implement their plans by connecting them with suitable service providers and ensuring they maximise their NDIS funding. St Jude’s support coordinators work closely with participants to coordinate and manage services effectively.

A recovery coach supports people with psychosocial disabilities by helping them develop skills to manage their mental health and participate in the community. St Jude’s provides recovery coaches who assist individuals on their journey towards mental health recovery and independence.

Yes, St Jude’s provides NDIS services for children, including accommodation, early childhood intervention, therapy services, and support coordination. These services are designed to meet the developmental and health needs of children and their families.

St Jude’s collaborates with participants to create personalised support plans aligned with their NDIS goals. Through therapy, home care, or community participation, St Jude’s supports participants in achieving their desired outcomes.

Yes, NDIS participants can choose different providers for various services. For example, one provider can be selected for therapy services and another for in-home support. St Jude’s works alongside other providers to ensure seamless care.

A service agreement is a formal document outlining the terms of the support services provided by St Jude’s. It details the scope of services, costs, and the responsibilities of both parties. Service agreements can be adjusted as needed based on changing circumstances.

St Jude’s has clear and transparent policies to manage conflicts of interest. If the organisation provides multiple services to a participant, clear boundaries are established between service roles to prioritise the participant’s best interests.

St Jude’s adheres to the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Framework to ensure all participants are protected. Measures include staff training, regular service reviews, mandatory reporting, worker screening, and incident management procedures, promoting safety and well-being.

St Jude’s respects each participant’s right to make decisions about their life, including choices involving risk. The dignity of risk is supported by enabling participants to make informed decisions while balancing safety and autonomy.

To get started, contact St Jude’s to discuss your NDIS plan and support needs. A client intake officer will meet with you in person to guide you through the process of setting up a service agreement and coordinating the appropriate services based on your goals and preferences.

Yes, St Jude’s has immediate capacity to deliver most NDIS supports to new participants, ensuring timely access to the services and care they need.