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Esteem Care is a Registered NDIS Service Provider that has provided support services since 2017. We are located in Caboolture, Townsville & Cairns.
We service Cairns, Port Douglas, Mareeba, Walkamin, Atherton, Malanda, Yungaburra & Innisfail.
We provide the following Services:
1:1 Support Work
Continence assessments
Respite, SDA, STA, SIL
Support Coordination/Psychosocial Recovery Coaching: (Tahvy Frew)
Phone-0475 710 389
Email-Tahvy@esteemcareservices.com.au
We currently have the capacity to take on new participants and we are also looking for a star support worker to join our team.
Any enquiries please contact us on: Ph- 1800 876 347 or 0436 372 198
Email-Marilyn@esteemcareservices.com.au
I'm Sascha Krutli, a compassionate care provider with over 10 years of experience in the Community Service sector. I specialize in developing individualized care plans, promoting independence, and managing complex medical needs. My focus is on building strong relationships with clients and their families while maintaining the highest standards of care. I have experience with diverse cultural, religious and social backgrounds. My goal is to deliver high-quality care and support services tailored to meet the
individual needs, preferences, and goals of each client.
Servicing Edmonton to the Beaches however for longer shifts I am available to go to Mossman.
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Providing fun, memorable and life-enhancing experiences
Community Access- facilitating engagement and participation in the local community
Shopping Assistance - Ensuring access to essential groceries and supplies
Transport Services - providing reliable transportation
Meal Preparation - crafting nutritious and delicious meals to nourish individuals
Budget Planning - offering financial guidance, exploring ideas, tools and putting in steps to help participants stay on track with their financial goals
In-home supports - assisting with daily tasks and fostering a safe home environment
Social Outings and Activities - Encouraging social connections and leisure opportunities. Appointment Attendance - Ensuring participants get to their appointments on time and providing before, during and after their appointments
Recovery Coaching - Guiding individuals on their path to recovery and well-being
Mentorship - Providing valuable guidance and support for personal growth.
Physical, intellectual, psychosocial and neurological disabilities
School Leaving Employment Support Program
Assistance in coordinating or managing life stages, transition and supports
Assistance with Travel/Transport arrangements with wheelchair access
Development of Daily Living and Life Skills
Manual handling, seizure, PEG management
Complex Case management
Therapeutic Supports
Holistic experience
Nonverbal and verbal clients
Tobi Dynavok assistive technology for communication (eye gaze program)
Palliative Care
Personal Care trained (showering, dressing, grooming, wound care)
Acquired brain injuries, progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), Schizophrenia, hearing impairment, intellectual disabilities and dementia, mental health
SERVICES
Personal hygiene support
Help with daily living activities
Meal preparation support
Support for social activities
Transport to activities, events and medical appointments
Skills development (eg budgeting, catching public transport) Employment support
Support with therapeutic activities (eg. physiotherapy, speech therapy andoccupational therapy)
Manual handling and mobility support
Help implement behaviour support plans
Respite care for peace of mind
Help with exercise and outdoor activities
Education support, including assistance in the classroom
Support to work towards NDIS goals
Help with communication (verbal and non verbal)
Mental health support
QUALIFICATIONS
Blue Card
Yellow Card
First Aid and CPR
NDIS Quality, Safety and You -Worker Orientation Module NDIS Supporting Communication Module
NDIS Infection Control Training -Covid 19
HR License, Class “C”
Full Comprehensive car insurance Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance
National Police Check
Dementia Care and Management
HOBBIES
Animal Sanctuary
Art - drawing & painting
Wellness
Wildlife carer
Photography
Home organisation
Computer
Writing
Health
Gardening
sascha.krutli@bigpond.com
Home and Community Support Solutions FNQ is a specialist mental health provider delivering services to young people, adolescents and adults in the Cairns region who are Plan or Self Managed.
Our aim is to reduce barriers to support and build independence and resilience in people experiencing mental health concerns and disabilities. Through ongoing mentoring and capacity building, our supports intend to help others develop habits and routines that promote wellbeing, as well as improve daily living and life skills.
Home and Community Support Solutions FNQ offers Home Organisation and Decluttering supports and provides specialised services to work with people experiencing hoarding and squalor. The main difference between us and a regular cleaner is that we are mental health professionals and have years of experience supporting people through the underlying cause of this disorder, we also provide the practical support to achieve the results.
We also offer a wide range of services including:
Recovery Coaching
Assistance with Daily Life
Assistance with Social, Economic, and Community Participation
Improved Living Arrangements
Increased Social and Community Participation
Finding and Keeping a Job
Improved Relationships
Improved Daily Living Skills
Through skills and capacity building activities our supports aim to set up habits to develop and increase daily living and social skills and implement systems and routines to keep the home and mind clutter free.
We understand the complexities of providing NDIS services and will work to tailor our supports to meet the needs of the individual. Our team will work collaboratively with other service providers such as OT’s, Psychologist, or regular core support teams to develop and implement holistic strategies for success.
Cairns
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Anglicare North Queensland Limited strives to achieve social justice and provide opportunities for people in need to reach fullness of life, in response to the...
Anglicare North Queensland Limited (ANQL) operates many programs across North Queensland with activities extending south through Townsville to Mackay, west to Mt Isa and north to Cairns, Cape and Torres Strait. ANQL has experience in a broad range of Service Areas across the region which include Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Out of Home Care for Young people, Public Diversionary and Community Outreach services.
ANQL works towards reducing systemic social disadvantage in Australia and the organisation has operated throughout this region for over 30 years.
Across the region ANQL employs over 200 staff and volunteers and encourages in its operations social diversity, access and inclusion, community and consumer participation (where this is applicable).
When support is provided by others who have similar experiences an atmosphere of respect and mutual helping develops.
Our monthly support group brings together people in the Cairns area, who care for, or about, someone diagnosed with a mental illness.
Our mental health carer's support group meets in Cairns Central on the 1st Thursday of every month between 1.30 pm and 3pm
It's easy to join us: email: carersforcarerscairns@gmail.com or Freecall: 1800 351 881 and ask about the ARAFMI Cairns Mental Health Carers Support Group
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With over 13 years in the employment industry, specialising in aiding Aboriginal communities and individuals with disabilities, I'm deeply passionate about fostering personal and professional development. My focus has always been on empowering others, guiding them from uncertainty to self-assurance, and helping them secure sustainable employment.
Services I provide are:
Psychosocial recovery Coaching
Support in employment
Specialised Supported Employment
SLES (1:1) Individual Social Skills Development
Development of daily living and life skills
Employment Assessment & Counselling.
As an NDIS Psychosocial Recovery coach, my role revolved around nurturing independence and resilience in those facing disability challenges. Despite recent changes prompting me to explore new paths, my core purpose remains unwavering: supporting individuals with disabilities through life's complexities.
I firmly believe in building individual capacity for lasting empowerment rather than offering quick fixes. Witnessing individuals grow in confidence and skills, and ultimately directing their paths to success, is immensely fulfilling to me.
Are of Service: Cairns, Port Douglas, Mossman, Innisfail, Atherton, Kuranda
My service can be flexible, 1:1, and can be at the participant's home address or mobile
My categories will be Capacity Building and Core
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Kylie Drabsch is a mental health professional and occupational therapist with over 20 years experience working with people facing challenges which impact their emotional well-being. She has a practical, evidenced based and person-centred approach to your care. Kylie is pleased to be able to offer a range of therapeutic strategies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness integrated Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Sensory Modulation, as a part of an integrated approach to your better health and well-being.
Kylie is consulting from: Trinity Clinic, upstairs.
[downstairs consults available, please ask when booking]
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Stride (formally Aftercare)
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a NDIS supported accommodation service for adults and young people who have severe or complex mental health concerns. Stride's SIL services offer a safe and comfortable home environment and provide assistance and support with day to day living.
Phone 1300 001 907 sil@stride.com.au
Take 2 - Working with families to provide intensive support for teenage mental health. Take 2 works alongside families with teens who have complex mental health needs – at our place or yours.
Located in Cairns South
Up to 12 months support
Goal setting, mentoring and practical support
Group and individual activities
Referrals to other specialists
Phone: 1300 00 1907 hello@stride.com.au
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Step Up, Step Down - Helping young people transition back into their community
Whether they’ve had a mental health episode or are leaving hospital, young people will have 24/7 help at Step Up, Step Down.
Located in Cairns
Stays usually between 14 and 28 days
Independent living skills
Help with work and study for those with mental health concerns
Drug and alcohol counselling
Manoora QLD 4870
Phone: 1300 00 1907 hello@stride.com.au
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Youth Residential Rehabilitation Service - Accommodation for young people with 24/7 professional support in New South Wales and Queensland
Young people won’t just have a safe place to live at a Stride Transitional Supported Living residence and Youth Residential Rehabilitation Units. They’ll have someone they can count on 24/7 to help them through what they’re feeling.
Located in Seven Hills and in Cairns and surrounds
Ages 14 – 24
High support through to independent living skills
Life, social, travel and money management skills
Exercise programs
Education, training and work opportunities
Phone: 1300 00 1907 hello@stride.com.au
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Therapeutic Supports Clinician
Stride has capacity for new referrals for Therapeutic Supports for NDIS participants.
Tivanee is a social worker who holds registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). She is passionate about taking therapy outside a clinical setting and reducing barriers to services.
Tivanee listens to her client’s need and preferences and provides counselling in a safe, non-judgmental space. Trained in Sandplay Therapy and Outdoor Therapy, her approaches allow opportunity for clients to explore feelings and experiences often inaccessible or difficult to express in words. She can offer practical techniques to help people improve overall health and wellbeing, cope and manage their day-to-day, and support their journey of healing and growth.
Tivanee is available for face-to-face sessions in our Cairns office, in home or in a confidential community space utilising the beautiful environment around Cairns.
https://stride.com.au/ndis/therapeutic-support/
Referral form https://stride.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/DIGITAL_Therapeutic-Supports-Clinician-Flyer_Tivanee-Wong_August22.pdf
or email Tivanee.Wong@stride.com.au
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Progress FNQ is a Cairns based disability Service Provider, servicing Cairns and surrounding towns. The services we provide are personalized and tailored to the needs of our participants.
We provide outstanding, practical support to our participants for them to continue to live independent, fulfilling lives. We have a very experienced team, we work with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups, including children in out-of-home care, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Our staff have experience in adult mental health, child and youth mental health, and work with participants with complex psychosocial and mental health needs in the community.
Our Services:
Mental Health Care Plans
Therapeutic Supports
Counselling
Recovery Coaching
Community Access
In-Home Support
Support Independent Living (SIL)
Our Team:
Qualified Social workers specialising in mental health.
Experienced support workers with qualifications in individual support and community services.
Therapists and counsellors
Why Choose Us:
The care we provide and the direction we take is led by participants’ choices, needs and goals. We aim to create opportunities and promote independence and progression in a safe and non-discriminative environment for all valued participants. Achieved by providing individual and personalized support 24/7, 365 days a year, always maintaining excellent care and following strict NDIS standards.
My name is Ben Jones, and I am a dedicated and experienced Independent NDIS support worker based in Cairns, Queensland. I have been providing support services to NDIS participants for over 3 years now, and I would like to offer my services to you or your loved one.
I relocated to Cairns from Melbourne nine years ago and have been actively involved in outdoor activities, such as hiking, nature walks, chasing waterfalls, fishing, gym, biking, and sports. I play AFL and squash locally, and also coached the girls under 18 AFL side. I am passionate about promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.
As an NDIS support worker, I understand the importance of building strong relationships with my clients and their families. I take pride in delivering high-quality care and support including personal care that is tailored to meet individual needs, preferences, and goals.
I have experience in multiple areas, including non-verbal clients, mental health clients, high-intensity supports, diabetes management, and community engagement.
Qualifications and Certifications: I am qualified with First Aid, CPR, NDIS orientation, COVID safe training, public liability insurance and hold a valid driver's license. I also continuously undertake various training and certification courses to upskill and gain the knowledge and skills to excel in the industry. These qualifications and certifications demonstrate my commitment to providing safe, reliable, and professional support services.
Compassion and Empathy: I believe that providing support services is not just about fulfilling daily tasks, but also about building strong relationships with clients and their families. I approach every client with compassion and empathy, and I strive to create a positive and supportive environment.
Servicing Cairns and local surrounds
fnqallabilityservices@outlook.com
Established in 2021, BUSY Health’s mission is to provide quality health support services to improve opportunities for people to achieve their health, lifestyle, training, education or employment goals. BUSY Health’s vision is to Create Healthy Futures by partnering with people with health barriers that impact on their ability to achieve these goals.
BUSY Health employs a range of multidisciplinary specialists such as Counsellors, Exercise Physiologists, Occupational Therapists (General, Mental Health), Psychologists (Provisional, General and Clinical), Psycho-social Recovery Coaches, Social Workers, and Rehabilitation Counsellors, all with the vision to create healthy futures for their clients.
BUSY Health currently provide in person NDIS therapeutic services in Weipa (Psychology), Cairns (Counselling) and Townsville (Psychology and Counselling), as well as telehealth and mobile services from these locations.
We are a registered provider of NDIS 😊 under the following services:
128 – Assessment Recommendation Therapy And/or Training (Incl AT) – Psychology
128 – Assessment Recommendation Therapy And/or Training (Incl AT) – Other Therapy
128 – Assessment Recommendation Therapy And/or Training (Incl AT) – Counselling
128 – Community Engagement Assistance
Enquiries can be sent through either our website, email admin@busyhealth.org.au or phone us.
We specialise in delivering adventure therapy interventions in which we combine evidence based therapeutic approaches with engaging and adventurer activities in nature.
One-to-one sessions
Small group programs
Tailored adventure therapy programs for human service organisations
Respite camps
School holiday programs
Team building days
Some services are eligible for rebates through Mental Health Care Pland and NDIS plans
Owners Alan Zaeh and Jonny Marshall and the team offer a range of services to young people (7+), families and adults.
admin@cairnsadventuretherapy.com.au
0406 261 505
🍊Tangerine Support Services is currently taking on new clients in the Cairns and FNQ areas for 2024.
🍊We specialise in working with young people who are LGBTIAQ+
🍊Independent Support Workers available for a confidential yarn about all your support needs, wants, and ultimate dreams and goals.
🍊Youth Support
🍊Mental Health Support
🍊Psychosocial Recovery
🍊LGBTIAQ+ Support
🍊Neurodiverse Support
🍊Trauma Informed Practice
🍊Complex Needs and CPTSD
🍊Cairns, Northern Beaches, Kuranda and Smithfield🍊
🍊Pip Godridge Independent Support Worker
ABN: 49 622 433 108
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Services offered:
Level 1 and 2 Support Coordination
Level 3 Specialist Support Coordination
Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
Able to work with NDIA/Plan/Self managed clients.
All services available remotely.
Face to face services available from:
North, Cairns to Port Douglas
West, Cairns to Tablelands
South, Cairns to Mission Beach
Local and proud person centred service with extensive experience in the delivery of all coordination supports to NDIS participants. Our team ensure you are getting every dollar of funding you require to meet your goals and aspirations, contact us today for a chat.
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Supporting our clients to live an independent life
We are a local family-owned disability, mental health and aged care support service, ‘families looking after families’ and our house to your house approach, we are dedicated in providing a superior professional service with qualified staff in Cairns.
Independent, dignified, assisted living options
Tailored to support individual needs
Home help and support - the way it should be
Caring, qualified professionals
Innovative methodologies for all ethnicities and genders
Mi Start is a mobile, support coordination service for participants of the NDIS who are Plan Managed and Self-Managed in the Cairns and Surrounding areas.
Mi Start offers Level 1, 2 and 3 Support Coordination and Recovery Coach supports.
Mi Start is provided by an independent Support Coordinator, Liz Barbara.
Mi Start will assist you to understand your NDIS Plan, manage your budget and connect with services to meet your needs and assists with Plan Reviews, Home and Living Applications and Change of Situations etc.
Liz Barbara has a Bachelor of Arts (in disability, psychology and business); Graduate Bachelor of Education and Early Childhood and a Postgraduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice.
Liz Barbara has worked as a Teacher for over 10 years; an Autism Advisor (at Autism Qld) for the Helping Children with Autism Funding for over 9 years and a Support Coordinator in Cairns for approximately 4 years. Liz has extensive experience working with children and families, young adults; as well as adults of all ages with ASD, physical and cognitive impairments and other needs.
For more information or a Free, No Obligation Chat, call Liz on 0493 852 737 or email liz@mistart.com.au
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Abili-Tee is a social inclusion and participation NDIS provider, using the game of Golf to help drive your goals.
We service Mareeba and the Atherton Tablelands, and can come to Cairns.
As a metaphor for life, Golf provides opportunities for you to set goals, deal with setbacks, foster self regulation, and have fun in an outdoor and active environment. Playing Golf with others adds to the enjoyment and creates a sense of mutual respect and understanding as you each try to master your own game.
Please feel free to check us out on our website and Facebook. I look forward to helping you drive your NDIS Plan goals through the wonderful game of Golf.
Contact Peter Graham, details below.
Cow Cuddling Co. is a Therapy Cow Farm located in the Goldsborough Valley near Cairns (Australia). Our mission is to use Cow Therapy to help people living with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and anyone wishing to support their own mental health through direct contact with these loving animals.
Cow Cuddling Co. is a private organisation that is completely dedicated to providing love and freedom to our Therapy Cows (Amy, Ella, Holly, Sally, Sophia, Milkshake & Babyccino).
Cow Cuddling involves meeting, sitting with, cuddling, and scratching hand-raised cows on a farm. The slower heart rate and warm body temperature of the cows induces a slowing of our own heart rate, as well as the release of Oxytocin, our social bonding hormone.
Book now to cuddle with our beautiful cows today to help them and their family live happily ever after.
MSJ Australia is an organisation built on family values driven with a passion to care and support people with disabilities and young persons within Child Protection Services. We provide NDIS support services across the Northern Territory and FNQ with participants from Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Palmerston and remote communities such as Jabiru, Gunbalanya, Wadeye, Tiwi Islands, Palm Island, Doomadgee and Maningrida.
Our aim is to personalise the experience of those who seek help and support. We believe that we can achieve this by prioritising the needs and goals of our participants and young persons to support them in their endeavours to live their best life.
We are registered under NDIS with capacity to undertake Community Access, SIL, STA and Support Coordination.
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Selectability is one of North Queensland’s largest not for profit organisations with a niche focus on mental health well-being and suicide prevention. We employ more than 200 staff across regional QLD including Mackay, Mt Isa, Charters Towers, Ingham, Townsville, Palm Island and Cairns.
Selectability Cairns provides services under the Mental Health Respite Carer Support Program; Mental Wellbeing Practice as well as multiple NDIS services.
As an accredited NDIS service provider; not only do we specialise in supporting participants with psycho-social disability; but we welcome ALL NDIS participants who require support and assistance with their NDIS plan.
Selectability’s team of skilled professionals are focused on helping participants achieve their goals and aspirations. Services are person-centred, allowing participants to exercise choice and control in how they receive supports, how they will build on abilities and how they will live their life.
Our services include:
• Support Co-ordination
• Individual Support
• Psychology and Counselling
We work with participants to tailor services unique to the individual and put into place a framework of support in-line with goals and aspirations.
Selectability is pleased to introduce supported independent living into our NDIS service offering.
Is one of your goals to move out of the family home and become more independent in your own home?
Supported independent living (SIL) can help you get there. https://www.selectability.com.au/ndis/individual-support/supported-independent-living
We offer a range of SIL options including:
long-term shared accommodation in comfortable, for-purpose homes
short-term one-on-one accommodation
individual support (24/7) delivered in your home
Cairns Warmline is a Non-For-Profit Community organization, providing a committed After Hours Service dedicated to helping the people of cairns and the surrounding districts struggling with mental illness, psychological or emotional distress.
Offering Support Work & Support Coordination specialised in Mental Health;
- Studies in Mental Health (psychology)
- Experience in mental health either with Kids and Adults
- Experience working with kids that have been diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, PDA and others.
- Experience working with high behaviours and Positive Behaviour Support Plans
- Reaches Palm Cove - Gordonvale area (happy to discuss other areas)
- Plan Managed and Self Managed plans (Not NDIA Registered)
- Practice values: Guiding people to a space where self-love becomes unconditional. Compassion- Acceptance - Empathy.
Contact Patricia Toar on Mobile 0472708906, or patriciatoar.wellbeing@gmail.com for further information.
Community based residential recovery care - CAIRNS
Sub-acute residential recovery care
A residential mental health recovery service that offers 24/7 mental health care, peer support and activities. The team includes community and clinical mental health practitioners, a family engagement worker and peer support worker. Planned programs provide a blend of group and one-to-one activities to support your needs and recovery goals. Staying at Cairns CCU is voluntary. Length of stay depends on your mental health recovery goals and plan.
There are 20 self-contained, one-bedroom units, each with a fridge, cooking facilities, television, washing machine and linen.
This service is for people who are experiencing serious mental health issues and whose daily lives have been disrupted, making living independently difficult.
Access is through referral by Queensland Health. Please speak with your case manager or clinician if you would like more information about this service.
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We are a Not For Profit Disability and Mental Health support service in the small community of Atherton in North Queensland.
We provide person centred support on an individual basis and in group settings for people with disabilities and/or mental illness to have opportunities that increase their connection and sense of belonging within their community. People with disabilities are welcomed, valued, accepted and have a genuine sense of belonging within their community.
We have a dedicated team of support workers who are undoubtedly our most valuable assets. Without them we would be unable to provide the quality service and support that we offer to Tablelanders with a disability and/or mental illness.
We are currently registered to provide the following supports and charge according to the current NDIS Support Catalogue for all supports:
Support Coordination
Plan Management
Assistance with personal activities and personal care; including complex care
Assistance with daily life tasks in your own home, a group or shared living arrangement
Participation in community, social and civic activities
Managing life stages, transitions and supports – Coordination of supports
Development of daily living and life skills
Assistance with travel/transport arrangements
Assistance with household tasks
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We are fully accredited with NDIS in the following areas
Assist life stage transition
Behaviour support (practitioners)
Development of life skills
Therapeutic supports
Group centre activities
We are already running outreach clinics across these areas and have been active for some time in this space.
Our clinic rooms are based in Cairns
Our registration group ages is 7-65
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We cover a range of interest areas including:
-Trauma and recovery needs
-Needs for first line responders
-Trans and gender diverse counselling support (individual and families)
-Support for families and individuals going through change
-Recovery after industrial or organisational trauma
TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Resilience enterprises focuses on training which places people first. People before power point. Training packages are designed to be flexible, human oriented and recognise that for many professionals, that training is best suited to build on existing knowledge and skill sets. We design our packages built on your needs identified through your organisation. Speciality areas in design and assessment include but are not limited to
-LGBTI work and intersectionality
-Stages of change and organisational review
-Traumatised workplaces
-Diverse lifestyle choices
-Themes in emergent generalised allied health practice.
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Tame your mind with nature
Howl'o and Welcome to BlackDog Green!
We are a community-focused mental health and emotional wellbeing hub. Creating fun, inclusive nature-based experiences for all.
Based in Cairns, QLD, we deliver inclusive, welcoming and supportive experiences in a relaxed, playful outdoor environment.
Overcome barriers, achieve goals and build confidence through nature-based activities. BlackDog Green combines traditional and nature-based solutions into preventative, recovery, and capacity building to promote mental health and physical wellbeing Working together to achieve your goals. Assistance with social, economic and community participation through activities that suit client’s interests and NDIS goals.
Offering social connections, life coaching, employment and micro-entrepreneurship support and nature-based activities in vegetable gardening, art and sculpting, music, bush or beach walking, bird watching, fishing, photography, animal therapy and for the more adventurous, high ropes or scuba diving in a pool.
My lived experience with mental health challenges and a family member’s suicide has provided me with valuable skills for assistance in coordinating or managing life stages, transitions and supports which includes mentoring, peer support and individual skill development.
woof@blackdoggreen.com.au
I'm Natalie Holden, a Nurse with over 20 years experience working and supporting people in the Mental Health field.
Partnered up with Anne Ah Gee a program coordinator, specialising in training & supporting people with complex needs within the homeless sector.
'We'd known of each others reputation for delivering excellent outcomes, while advocating strongly for our clients for a number of years'.
Having worked individually within the NDIS over the last year with great success, we decided to join forces to share our complimentary and diverse skillset, personal and professional experiences, broad professional knowledge, and community connections to work alongside people with disabilities, to see them empowered to achieve whatever goals they have in their sights.
Innovative Supports intention, is bring a team of industry professionals together, who share our commitment and aspirations to see people empowered, while providing a broader range of expertise and a more diverse knowledge base to draw from.
We Support clients on both The Tablelands and Cairns region.
If you are a participant or have a client you believe would benefit from working with our person centred support team please reach out to us.
:::SUPPORTS OFFERED:::
Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
Assistance In Coordinating Or Managing Life Stages
Transition and Supports
Assistance with Travel
Daily Personal Activities
Shared Living and Development Of Daily Living and Life Skills
Personal Well-Being Activities
Household Tasks
Workplace Assistance
Participate and Connect With Community
Tenancy Assistance
Our Support Team Are Trained In Culturally Appropriate Support And Committed To Working With First Nations People.
ABN 75 663 303 875
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headspace Cairns is a free and welcoming safe space for young people aged between 12 and 25 providing access, support and information for a broad range of concerns, including mental health, physical/sexual health, drug and alcohol, employment and education and support for families and carers.
Centres have a range of programs and activities for young people. Just ask the centre what they have on.
Connecting with us is easy, drop into the centre, give us a call or send an email to talk to one of our friendly team members about accessing the support.
We offer a single point of entry for a range of psychological services connecting people with the right mental health support.
If you or someone you care for needs immediate emergency support, please call 000 or Lifeline 13 11 14.
'No wrong door': We offer intake, assessment, triage and referrals, providing a single point of entry to psychological services in northern Queensland.
Person-centred: Drawing on our experience to determine an individual’s needs, our skilled clinicians use a person-centred approach supported by holistic assessment tools
Community connections: We work with each person to ensure that the right service is available at the right time and stay connected to ensure GPs and referrers are kept informed.
Stepped Care support: We focus on integration with the broader health care system and through our connection to the community we help people to move easily between programs as their support needs change.
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We provide quality care support and is accredited to provide many services.
Quality, community-based care in North Queensland.
Personal Care/Supports
Supported Independent Living
Mental Health Support Services
In Home Support
Social and Community Participation
Specialist/Support Coordination.
Supported Independent Living
Benefits of Choosing Accommodation With Us:
Its safe and relaxed
Its easily accessible
Supported by highly qualified, experienced staff
You get your own room which you can arrange and decorate it your way
Convenient to all local facilities i.e shops, hospitals and transport
Supported Independent Living Vacancies
Here at abbaCare, we offer a wide variety of accommodation designs in both town and country settings.
The accommodations we have to offer are customised for each participant to create a real sense of belonging. This is their home, after all. The Accommodations are always immaculately maintained, featuring modern facilities and often stunning surroundings to help provide peace and relaxation.
https://www.abbacare.com.au/services/accommodation/supported-independent-living-sil-24-7-vacancies-properties
Get in Touch to View Available Homes
https://www.abbacare.com.au/services/accommodation/supported-independent-living-sil-24-7
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Synapse provides a range of support services for people who have been impacted by brain injury and disability, and promotes quality of life, self-determination and choice through information, specialist support and targeted research activities.
Housing Options
We know how important it is to live a quality life at home and we understand the specific housing needs that relate to brain injury.
We will support you to connect with and coordinate NDIS funded housing activities, ensuring life with a brain injury is lived as independently as possible.
Supported Independent Living (SIL), Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and Improved Living Arrangements, so support is provided to ensure the people obtain or retain appropriate accommodation including assistance applying for a rental tenancy or undertaking tenancy agreement obligations.
Shehana Friday - First Nations Engagement Officer and Support Coordinator: Mobile 0429 392 360 or sfriday@synapse.org.au
Contact: Tonia Savo tsavo@synapse.org.au Phone: 0418 681 027 or 07 4230 0670
Address of National Office: Level 1/262 Montague Road, West End
Phone: 1800 673 074 or 07 3137 7400
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Welcome to Care Krew!
At Care Krew, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized NDIS support services in Cairns and beyond. As a leading provider, we understand the importance of tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each individual we support.
Our team consists of experienced professionals who are committed to empowering our clients to live their lives to the fullest. Whether it's assistance with daily tasks, community participation, or specialized care, we are here to help every step of the way.
With a focus on inclusivity, respect, and dignity, we strive to create a supportive environment where our clients feel valued and empowered. We believe in building strong relationships based on trust, reliability, and open communication.
At Care Krew, your well-being is our top priority. Visit our website to learn more about our services and how we can support you on your journey towards independence and fulfillment.
Join the Care Krew family today and experience the difference we can make together!
Awesome Anglers provides Mental Health Respite services through our social and community support.
"Supporting your potential"!
Cairns facilities fishing groups and activities for people living with a Disability or Mental Illness.
Services include
1:1 Sessions
Fishing groups
Supported Day Trips
Golf Sessions
Our service offerings are designed not only from lived experience, our services are designed and facilitated to assist participants to live a better life and to enjoy some of the activities, once thought would not be possible.
We pride ourselves in providing a comfortable, adaptable and compassionate service to each and every participant.
info@awesomeanglers.com.au
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What would you like to accomplish? My goal is to help you achieve your goals. What have you always wanted to do in Cairns and FNQ, but thought it would be too hard?
Speciality Outdoor Experiences
Planning, implementation and support through individual disability outdoor experiences such as days at the beach, kayaking in different locations, day trips to local attractions. hinterland waterfall tours, hikes through the rain forest, mountain biking, frisbee, golf and many more.
Assistance and support on externally organised day trips and experiences such as reef trips, canyoning, white water rafting,
Support, organisation and implementation of short term accomodations (STAs)
Life Skills and Weekly Recreation Support
Weekly support and companionship with an activity focus including cooking lessons, shopping support and daily home tasks
Planning, implementation and support through outdoor experiences
Working alongside occupational therapists, physio therapists and exercise physiologists for rehabilitation and physical capacity building
Long term consistent physical exercise
Wide variety of different sports
Assistance and support with community engagement activities
Call St John’s Community Care to discuss your options. Our highly trained community services planners are available to determine your needs and discuss your options.
Redlynch & Cairns Area, Services Provided:
Day Respite, Social Support, Disability Services, Ages Care Packages, Aged Care Support ,Home Maintenance, Day Respite, Allied Health, Home Modifications, Mental Health Support, Transport, Multicultural Access, School Respite, Disability Host Provider.
Cnr Kamerunga & Fairweather Roads Redlynch QLD, 4870 Phone 07 4039 9700
Gordonvale/ Castlereagh, Services Provided:
Day Respite, Social Support, Disability Services, Ages Care Packages, Aged Care Support, Home Maintenance, Day Respite, Allied Health, Home Modifications, Mental Health Support, Transport, Multicultural Access, School Respite, Disability Host Provider.
97 Castlereagh Street Gordonvale Phone 07 4015 1533
Gordonvale/ Castlereagh, Services Provided:
Day Respite, Social Support, Disability Services, Ages Care Packages, Aged Care Support, Home Maintenance, Day Respite, Allied Health, Home Modifications, Mental Health Support, Transport, Multicultural Access, School Respite, Disability Host Provider.
Lot 3 Highleigh Road, Gordonvale QLD 4865 Phone 07 4015 1527
Mareeba & Atherton Tablelands Area, Services Provided:
Day Respite, After School Respite, Social Support, Disability Services, Aged Care Support, Aged Care Packages, Allied Health, Overnight Respite, Home Modifications.
5 Quill St, Mareeba QLD 4880 Phone 07 4092 6912
Innisfail & Cassowary Coast Area, Services Provided:
Day Respite, Social Support, Disability Services, Ages Care Packages, Allied Health, Home Modifications, Transport, In-Home Respite, Lawn mowing, Overnight Respite.
120 Rankin Street Innisfail QLD 4860 Phone 07 4061 2819
Thursday Island & Torres Strait Area, Services Provided:
Disability Services, Aged Care Packages, Home Modifications, In Home Respite.
71 Douglas Street Thursday Island QLD 4875 Phone 07 4090 3666
Coen/ Cape York, Services Provided:
Day Respite, After School Respite, Social Support, Disability Services, Aged Care Support, Home Care Packages, Allied Health, Overnight Respite, Home Modifications
6 Shephard Street Coen QLD 4892 Phone 07 4060 120
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Being Mentors is a NDIS-registered disability service organisation that commenced in Darwin and expanded to Cairns in 2022.
It has capacity to accept new referrals/participants in the NDIS areas of:
Core - Community, Social and Civic Activities; Community, Social and Recreational Activities.
Capacity Building - Daily Life, Self-Care, Sleepover Support, Domestic Activities, and Respite Care.
Mentoring services include:
Skill Development/Life Skills
Transition Plans
Community Access/ Engagement
Implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans
Supporting Employment Pathways
Activities of Daily living/ Personal Care.
Being Mentors is a NDIS-registered provider that will soon have capacity in Positive Behaviour Support.
For more information, please contact:
Tyson Kulari – Regional Manager
0433 844 332 tyson@beingmentors.com.au
Amanda Luff – Team Leader
0477 425 561 amanda@beingmentors.com.au
Caity Biondi-Howarth – Team Leader
0432 656 611 caitlyn@beingmentors.com.au
Meridian Essence offers a range of services to assist NDIS clients in Cairns, Far North Queensland.
If you are looking for Behaviour, Capability & Social Development solutions to bring out your best, then we would love to hear from you.
Our team are highly experienced in helping people who want to strive but struggle with stress, sensory overload, learning challenges, autism, anxiety and fears.
Our expertise in equine-assisted therapy, learning theory, coaching, neuroscience, behaviour science and well-being and relationship coaching means you are in good hands with experienced and caring professionals.
We are an ideal fit for you if you want to strive and learn, not only through social and community experiences but you want to develop life skills and independence. You want to understand yourself so you can self-manage and do more in life.
You may be shy, or struggle with stressors such as sensory overload but you are willing to try and communicate with us about what you need so we can support you.
Through variety, we provide you with opportunities for social interaction, outdoor activities, skills development, transportation and short-term accommodation. Our expertise is in teaching you how to understand yourself and improve your relationships so you develop confidence, competence, and independence and learn how to care for yourself.
Plus our maturity and life experience in outdoor and practical activities means we are well-equipped with the foresight to mitigate risks. We modify each experience to allow for individual needs such as sensory triggers, physical restrictions, fatigue and dietary requirements.
If our service offering appeals to you, please contact us to discuss your needs and ensure we are a good fit.
You can reach us on Facebook Messenger, or email admin@meridianessence.com.au
Show the world that you are more than a society-imposed 'label'!
More details on our NDIS Services can be found on our website
PO Box 68 Trinity Beach, QLD
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Areas Serviced: Gordonvale to Port Douglas
About Us:
Sacred Heart Care PTY LTD was established in 2023 with a vision to provide a high quality of in-home support and disability services to the Northern Beaches community. The team at Sacred Heart Care are experienced health care professionals with extensive knowledge and experience in Clinical Nursing and Disability/Lifestyle support.
Our Qualifications:
The team at Sacred Heart Care hold qualifications in the following: Bachelor of Psychological Science, Master of Clinical Nursing, Graduate Diploma of Mental Health Nursing, Diploma of Counselling (in progress), Accounting and Business Management. We are First Aid/CPR Certified, Blue and Yellow Card Certified, Full Drivers Licence and registered through ASIC.
Our Mission:
In order to help you feel supported within your own home, our caregivers will formulate an individualised care plan that will assist you with any specific health care needs. We will tailor a care package that suits your lifestyle and goals, whether you are plan managed or self managed via NDIS. Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we are passionate about assisting you to achieve a healthy mind and body.
At Sacred Heart Care, we believe that your home is a sacred space and our aim is to help you create an environment which not only brings you comfort, but more importantly a sense of independence. 24/7 support is available, our team will make every effort to make you feel valued and heard.
Services Provided:
Private Rental/SIL Accommodation available mid to late 2024, further accommodations available in 2025. Affordable and pet friendly. This is suited to NDIS Participants that are Plan Managed or Self Managed.
Gardening and household chores
Minor maintenance jobs
Assisting with meal planning, grocery shopping and cooking
Activity Based Transport - e.g., transport to appointments
Assistance with Personal Care
Access to Community, Social and Recreational Activities
Medication Administration - Oral, Subcutaneous and Intramuscular medications, we can administer, supervise and support you with this task
Psychosocial Support - Emotional/mental health support is very important to us and we believe that it is just as (if not more important) than our physical health. A holistic approach is highly regarded by Sacred Heart Care
Social Interaction/Companionship - A coffee, movie or walk by the beach, one-on-one or group based
Telehealth support - If you simply need someone to talk to, our team are available via telephone and/or video call (if you are not tech savvy, that's ok, we would be more than happy to assist you with this)
Contact Us:
Please contact us to receive your very own free consultation. One of our passionate team members will meet with you face-to-face or via telephone to discuss your situation and health care needs.
If you have any enquiries, please contact Zoe on 0439 386 642. Email: zoe@sacredheartcare.com.au or admin@sacredheartcare.com.au
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Ensuring people with disabilities live life as they desire.
Point Care is a family-owned and operated company with years of experience working in the care industry. We would move heaven and earth to ensure that we get the job done right. Our team will not take no for an answer until our customers/participants and clients are settled and accomplishing planned goals. This may take a while, but we are certain this will be achieved together.
At Point Care, it is our pleasure to see people with disabilities achieve their goals. If you can dream it, we can support you in achieving it.
Our passion stems from early years supporting children with challenging behaviours, youth with mental health issues and persons with a disability needing timely care, support, and assistance.
Services
Supported Independent Living
NDIS Short and Medium Term Accommodation
NDIS Accommodation Tenancy Assistance
Daily Life Tasks & Sharped Living Arrangements
NDIS Household Tasks
NDIS Gardening and Yard Maintenance
NDIS Improved Daily Living
Participation in Social, Community, and Civic Duties
NDIS Innovative Community Participation
Community Nursing
Assistance with travel arrangements
Support Coordination
rocairns@pointcare.com.au
We are an Australian approved provider that exclusively offers high standard quality care and services.
Our Support Professionals are there to ensure you receive the best care. we strive every day to improve the lives of those who need assistance.
Our staff spend most days surrounded by hard working individuals who are actively changing people’s lives for the better.
At Cairns Quality Care we have an intensive staff screening process and we ensure all staff are provided with regular training and ongoing support and guidance to tailor the right support and services to your needs and goals.
We are about empowering people with a disability through connecting with services and community.
Post-Surgical Assistance
Physical Disability Support
Care for Mental Health Clients
Personal Care/Assistance
Development of Daily Living and Life Skills
Travel and Transport
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The Junction Clubhouse Cairns specialises in Mental Health Disability and Psychosocial support.
We offer Male and Female Support workers for group and individual support, Psychosocial Recovery coaching and Support Co-ordination for all disabilities.
We are happy to help discuss your goals and tailor your NDIS support needs. We offer 1-1 support, group support, recovery Coaching or a combination of support that match your goals.
Drop in for a quiet chat about your NDIS support - a great way to meet us and start your support.
Step Up Step Down - provides accommodation and support
The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service has partnered with Aftercare to establish Queensland’s first Youth Step Up Step Down Service (Youth SUSD).
A new mental health facility, specially designed for young people (16 and 21-years-old) has now opened in Cairns.
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My Approaches: Recovery-orientated; Person-centered; Trauma-informed; Strengths-based; Wellness-focused; Mindful
Self-compassion principles; Secure attachment - circle of security.
My Services: I'm currently focusing on offering supervision to staff and offering Circle of Security Parenting Program to clients and staff.
my email is: terriwoodwardsocialwork@hotmail.com