Acquired brain injury support in Pacific Pines, QLD
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1 experienced with Acquired Brain Injury · 9 other registered providers·How we chose these
Pacific Pines, QLD and 101 othersAlso servesAitkenvale, QLD · Alberton, QLD · Alexandra Hills, QLD · Alice River, QLD · Annandale, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Bahrs Scrub, QLD · Balgal Beach, QLD · Barringha, QLD · Beenleigh, QLD · Belgian Gardens, QLD · Bellmere, QLD · +89 more · National provider
- 25+ families connected
- Specialises in Personal care, Cleaning, Social support
Reliance Caring is among the highest-ranked NDIS registered providers in Pacific Pines, Queensland in our data. They have a track record of following through on more than 30 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They have supported participants with acquired brain injury. Families most often connect with them for personal care and cleaning.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Other registered providers in Pacific Pines
Registered in Pacific Pines with no demonstrated Acquired Brain Injury track record on Carevo — listed for completeness, not as Acquired Brain Injury specialists.
Pacific Pines, QLD and 47 othersAlso servesAdvancetown, QLD · Arundel, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Benowa, QLD · Biggera Waters, QLD · Brisbane, QLD · Broadbeach, QLD · Broadbeach Waters, QLD · Bundall, QLD · Burleigh, QLD · Burleigh Heads, QLD · Burleigh Waters, QLD · +35 more · Regional provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within 2 hours
- Specialises in Personal care
Based in Pacific Pines, Queensland, GM Physiotherapy is an NDIS registered provider. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. Personal care are among their most-requested supports.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Pacific Pines, QLD and 187 othersAlso servesAbbotsford, QLD · Alderley, QLD · Alexandra Hills, QLD · Amberley, QLD · Arundel, QLD · Ashgrove, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Augustine Heights, QLD · Bahrs Scrub, QLD · Bardon, QLD · Barellan Point, QLD · Basin Pocket, QLD · +175 more · National provider
- 50+ families connected
- Fast responder, usually replies within 2 hours
- Specialises in Personal care, SIL, Support coordination
Huge Care works across 11 NDIS support categories in Pacific Pines, Queensland. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. They have a track record of following through on more than 50 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for personal care and SIL.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
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Pacific Pines, QLD and 74 othersAlso servesArncliffe, NSW · Ashfield, NSW · Auburn, NSW · Bankstown, NSW · Beenleigh, QLD · Berala, NSW · Bexley, NSW · Blacktown, NSW · Bondi Junction, NSW · Brisbane, QLD · Brisbane City, QLD · Burleigh Heads, QLD · +62 more · National provider
- 10+ families connected
- Specialises in Cleaning, Nursing
Uptown Care works across 12 NDIS support categories in Pacific Pines, Queensland. They support both NDIS and aged care funding. They have a track record of following through on more than 15 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for cleaning and nursing.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Pacific Pines, QLD and 3 othersAlso servesCoomera, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Robina, QLD · Regional provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within 2 hours
- Specialises in Social support, Accommodation support, Personal care
Based in Pacific Pines, Queensland, 4 Hearts Homecare is an NDIS registered provider. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. Social support and accommodation support are among their most-requested supports. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including daily personal care, transport assistance and household tasks.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Pacific Pines, QLD and 2 othersAlso servesHelensvale, QLD · Hope Island, QLD · Hyperlocal provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in Respite care, Personal care, Transport
Overcomers Support Services works across 6 NDIS support categories in Pacific Pines, Queensland. They typically respond to enquiries quickly. They are most often contacted for respite care and personal care. They focus closely on their local area.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
Pacific Pines, QLD and 21 othersAlso servesAlstonville, NSW · Ballina, NSW · Benowa, QLD · Bundall, QLD · Byron Bay, NSW · Coombabah, QLD · Coomera, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Hope Island, QLD · Labrador, QLD · Lennox Head, NSW · Lismore, NSW · +9 more · Regional provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within 2 hours
- Specialises in Support Workers, Personal Care, Transport
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Pacific Pines, QLD and 20 othersAlso servesArundel, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Brisbane, QLD · Burleigh Heads, QLD · Burleigh Waters, QLD · Coombabah, QLD · Coomera, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Hope Island, QLD · Labrador, QLD · Nerang, QLD · Ormeau, QLD · +8 more · State-wide provider
- Specialises in SIL, Cleaning
Loving Hearts Care Group works across 11 NDIS support categories in Pacific Pines, Queensland. They operate across Queensland. They are most often contacted for SIL and cleaning. They support both NDIS and aged care funding.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Gardener
Pacific Pines, QLD and 13 othersAlso servesBeenleigh, QLD · Brisbane, QLD · Brisbane City, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Labrador, QLD · Loganlea, QLD · Main Beach, QLD · Ormeau, QLD · Pimpama, QLD · Runaway Bay, QLD · Southport, QLD · +1 more · Hyperlocal provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in Respite care, Personal care, Transport
Blueblossom Health Services is an NDIS registered provider in Pacific Pines, Queensland. Families most often connect with them for respite care and personal care. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including Innovative Community Participation, household tasks and shared living support. They focus closely on their local area.
How this listing is sourced
- Specialises in Cleaning, Nursing, Personal Care
Hello Home Care is an NDIS registered provider in Pacific Pines, Queensland. Registered across 13 NDIS support categories, including accommodation and tenancy assistance, Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports and Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
How we rank providers
Rankings in Pacific Pines are based on real outcomes between providers and families on our platform. They are recalculated daily and cannot be purchased or influenced by advertising.
- How this list is built. Providers shown here offer physiotherapy, occupational therapy, allied health, therapy, psychology, nursing, support work, and personal care, the support types most relevant to acquired brain injury. They are then ranked by demonstrated experience with acquired brain injury, providers who have actively claimed and supported acquired brain injury referrals rank above those who only list it as a capability.
- Outcomes with families. We measure what happens after a family contacts a provider. Providers where families report positive outcomes rank higher. Multiple signals are weighted across a rolling window.
- Condition-specific track record. Providers who have accepted and worked with acquired brain injury referrals on Carevo rank above those who only list the condition as a capability. We weight providers using their demonstrated experience with this cohort, not self-declared specialisations.
- Service match. Providers are ranked by how closely their registered services and capabilities match what you are searching for.
- Registration and compliance. NDIS registered and government-approved aged care providers are weighted for meeting quality and safeguards standards.
- Local presence. Providers confirmed in Pacific Pines rank above those covering only the broader region.
What "Trusted" means. The Trusted badge is awarded to providers with a consistent record of positive outcomes with families on our platform. It is based on multiple behavioural signals and family feedback, and it cannot be purchased.
10
providers in Pacific Pines
32,111
providers nationally
What people with Acquired Brain Injury in Pacific Pines usually need help with
Acquired brain injury happens after birth and can affect mobility, speech, fatigue, executive function, behaviour, memory, and emotional regulation all at once. NDIS support for ABI often needs to combine neuro rehab, cognitive support, personal care, and structured routines that reduce overload while rebuilding independence. The strongest providers are usually the ones who understand ABI beyond the physical presentation and can manage fatigue, behaviour change, and rehab carryover in everyday life.
For neurological conditions, the strongest local pages help people compare what matters most after discharge: how quickly therapy can start, whether therapists are genuinely neuro-focused, and whether the provider can keep hospital rehab goals moving once support shifts back into the home and community.
What people usually compare locally
- • Whether therapists have neurological rehabilitation training and experience locally
- • How quickly therapy can start after hospital discharge
- • Capacity for intensive therapy schedules (multiple sessions per week)
- • Coordination with local hospitals, rehab units, and specialist teams
Services and providers to compare first in Pacific Pines
For neurological conditions, specialist therapy and rehabilitation support are usually the first services to compare. Timing matters for neuro rehab, so prioritise providers who can start quickly and deliver intensive schedules when needed. Use the service links below to pressure-test provider fit, not just to browse every option in the area.
The Acquired Brain Injury provider network on Carevo
4 providers on Carevo have supported people with acquired brain injury through real matched requests.All are registered NDIS providers. Matching is based on real provider history, not self-described claims.
Supports they provide
- • Support workers
- • Personal care
- • Nursing
- • Therapy
Where providers are
Providers experienced with acquired brain injury are listed in more than 30 suburbs across Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales.
Often supported alongside
Providers who support acquired brain injury most often also have experience with Eating Disorders, Amputation, Huntington's Disease, Autism, and Epilepsy.
About Pacific Pines, QLD
Population
16,757
Local government area
Gold Coast (City)
Providers listed
10
Pacific Pines sits within the Gold Coast (City) local government area in QLD. Providers serving this area often cover surrounding suburbs in the same LGA, so it is worth checking neighbouring areas if you cannot find an exact match.
How to check a provider's credentials
Carevo lists the registration details a provider reports and links you to the official Australian registers so you can confirm them yourself. Here is what each listing shows and where to check it. A listing on Carevo is not an endorsement.
NDIS registration
Listings show whether a provider reports being NDIS registered. You can confirm a provider's current registration and approved support types yourself on the NDIS Commission's public provider register.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval
Listings show aged care approval where it is recorded. You can check a provider's current approval and the services they deliver on the Australian Government's My Aged Care find a provider service.
Source: My Aged Care (Department of Health and Aged Care)ABN you can check
Most listings include the provider's Australian Business Number, shown on the profile. You can look it up on the Australian Business Register to confirm the business is registered and active.
Source: Australian Business RegisterComplaints process
If you have a concern about any provider, you can lodge a complaint with the NDIS Commission or the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission at any time. We also accept complaints via our own channel.
Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care CommissionCare Services Available in Pacific Pines
Provider counts by service type in Pacific Pines
* Services commonly accessed for this condition
What happens after you request support in Pacific Pines
1. Identify rehab priorities
Work out whether the main focus is physical recovery, communication, cognitive rehabilitation, daily living skills, or a combination across multiple areas.
2. Compare neuro-specialist providers
Look for providers with therapists who have specific neurological rehab training. Compare how quickly they can start and whether they can deliver the intensity your rehab plan requires.
3. Coordinate the transition
If transitioning from hospital, ask how the provider works with discharge teams, whether they continue existing rehab goals, and how they manage the shift to community-based support.
For NDIS participants with neurological conditions, confirm whether the provider can coordinate with your hospital rehab team, deliver intensive therapy early in recovery, and adjust the program as you progress.
Pacific Pines at a glance
Our Gold Coast team provides care that suits the relaxed coastal lifestyle, from Southport to Coolangatta.
Public transport
G:link light rail and extensive bus services throughout the Gold Coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What rehabilitation supports does the NDIS cover for acquired brain injury in Pacific Pines?
NDIS participants with an acquired brain injury in Pacific Pines can access neurological physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, cognitive rehabilitation, behaviour support, and personal care. Carevo connects people in Gold Coast with providers who specialise in ABI recovery and long-term community living.
How do I find a rehabilitation provider for ABI in Pacific Pines?
Carevo lists rehabilitation providers in Pacific Pines experienced in acquired brain injury. Look for providers offering neurological physiotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, OT, speech therapy, and support staff who understand fatigue, behaviour change, and goal carryover after discharge. You can compare providers and contact them directly through our platform.
What therapy helps with acquired brain injury recovery?
Key therapies for ABI recovery in Pacific Pines include physiotherapy for mobility, occupational therapy for daily living skills, speech pathology for communication and swallowing, neuropsychology for cognitive function, and psychology for emotional adjustment. A multidisciplinary approach delivers the best outcomes.
Can I get 24/7 support for ABI through the NDIS in Pacific Pines?
Yes. NDIS participants with significant ABI in Pacific Pines may be eligible for supported independent living (SIL) with 24/7 support, or high-intensity personal care. Your plan funding is based on your assessed support needs. Carevo can connect you with SIL and personal care providers in Gold Coast.
What cognitive rehabilitation services are available for ABI in Pacific Pines?
Cognitive rehabilitation for ABI in Pacific Pines may include neuropsychological assessment, memory strategies, executive function training, and technology-assisted rehabilitation. NDIS-funded occupational therapists and neuropsychologists provide these services. Contact providers through Carevo to discuss your needs.
Understanding Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Acquired brain injury (ABI) refers to any damage to the brain that occurs after birth, including traumatic brain injury from accidents, stroke, brain tumours, infection, hypoxia, and substance-related brain damage. ABI affects an estimated 432,700 Australians, or about 1 in 45 people, who have an acquired brain injury that limits everyday activities (AIHW, 2003 ABS Survey of Disability, Ageing and Carers), though the impact varies dramatically depending on the location and severity of the injury. ABI can affect movement, speech, swallowing, vision, memory, concentration, planning, behaviour, personality, and emotional regulation, often in combination. Recovery is rarely linear. Significant improvement can occur in the first one to two years, but ongoing therapy and support can continue to produce gains well beyond that window. The challenge for many people with ABI is that they may look physically well while struggling significantly with cognitive and behavioural changes that others cannot see.
How acquired brain injury affects daily life
ABI can make daily life unpredictable. Fatigue is one of the most common and least understood effects: even simple tasks like a conversation or a trip to the shops can exhaust cognitive reserves. Memory difficulties mean appointments get missed and routines break down. Reduced impulse control and emotional regulation can strain relationships. Executive function problems make planning, organising, and starting tasks genuinely difficult, not just inconvenient. Many people with ABI also experience personality changes that affect their sense of identity and relationships with family and friends.
What to look for in a provider
Good ABI providers understand that physical recovery is only part of the picture. Ask whether their staff have training in cognitive rehabilitation, fatigue management, and behaviour support after brain injury. A provider who can carry therapy goals into real-world situations (practising memory strategies at the supermarket, not just in a clinic room) will usually produce better outcomes. Red flags include providers who focus only on physical rehab, who do not account for fatigue in their scheduling, or whose support workers have no specific ABI training. Consistency of staff is particularly important for people with memory and behaviour difficulties.
How to access funding
Brain injury resulting in paraplegia, quadriplegia, tetraplegia or hemiplegia is on NDIS List A (conditions likely to meet the disability requirements automatically), while other acquired brain injuries follow the List B pathway, requiring evidence of permanent and significant functional impairment. A neurologist, rehabilitation physician, or neuropsychologist can provide the diagnostic and functional evidence needed for access. For traumatic brain injury acquired recently, the NDIS may grant access while the person is still in rehabilitation, with the plan reviewed as recovery progresses. Plan reviews are annual, but you can request an early review if needs change significantly. Many people with ABI benefit from specialist support coordination to manage the complexity of their support arrangements.
Sources: AIHW, Disability in Australia: acquired brain injury (2003 ABS SDAC) · NDIS, List A conditions likely to meet the disability requirements
Need help with NDIS for Acquired Brain Injury? A support coordinator can help you find the right providers and get the most from your plan. Find support coordinators in Pacific Pines
Funding and costs for acquired brain injury support in Pacific Pines
Lower
$25,000
per year
Typical
$80,000
per year
Higher
$250,000+
per year
Plan size depends on the severity of the injury, whether SIL or 24/7 support is needed, the extent of ongoing therapy, and whether complex behaviour support is required. People with severe ABI in SIL may have plans exceeding $300,000.
Illustrative ranges only. An individual plan is set by the NDIA on assessed need, not by diagnosis, and varies widely. Pricing basis: NDIS Pricing Schedule 2026-27.
Neuropsychological assessments cost approximately $1,500-$3,000. Allied health sessions run $193-$234/hr. Support workers with ABI-specific training may charge at the higher end of standard rates, particularly for complex behaviour support.
Figures are indicative and based on the current NDIS Price Guide and published Home Care Package rates. Actual costs depend on your plan, provider, and location.
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