Find ADHD support in Bendigo, VIC
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- 5 verified providers with ADHD experience in Bendigo
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What people with ADHD in Bendigo usually need help with
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, impulse control, and executive function. While ADHD alone may not always qualify for the NDIS, participants with ADHD and co-occurring conditions can access therapy, behaviour support, and life skills development. Many adults only receive an ADHD diagnosis later in life, and finding a support worker who understands the practical strategies that help with time management, task initiation, and emotional regulation can make a bigger difference than clinical support alone.
For developmental conditions, the strongest local pages are the ones that help families compare actual fit: who understands sensory needs, who can support school or childcare transitions, and who can work on the same goals across therapy and day-to-day support rather than offering isolated sessions.
What people usually compare locally
- • Whether therapists have experience with developmental and neurodivergent conditions locally
- • Availability of early intervention or specialist programs in the area
- • Staff continuity and how well workers adapt to communication differences
- • Wait times for key therapies like speech, OT, and behaviour support
Services and providers to compare first in Bendigo
For developmental conditions, compare the services that remove the biggest daily bottlenecks first: communication, regulation, behaviour, routines, and participation. The strongest providers usually coordinate across therapy and support work instead of leaving families to stitch everything together. Use the service links below to pressure-test provider fit, not just to browse every option in the area.
Best ADHD Support providers near me
Showing 10 of 10 providers·How we rank
Nation Care Pty Ltd
Bendigo, VIC and 33 othersAlso servesBallarat North, VIC · Bayswater North, VIC · Boronia, VIC · Braybrook, VIC · Carrum Downs, VIC · Chadstone, VIC · Cheltenham, VIC · Coburg North, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · East Melbourne, VIC · Eltham, VIC · Footscray, VIC · +21 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Transport
They understand the unique needs of the Bendigo community and strive to deliver person-centred support that fosters independence and enhances quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Safe Heaven Care
Bendigo, VIC and 24 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Altona Meadows, VIC · Ballarat Central, VIC · Ballarat North, VIC · Bentleigh East, VIC · Boronia, VIC · Diamond Creek, VIC · Footscray, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Hawthorn East, VIC · Heathmont, VIC · Kensington, VIC · +12 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Support coordination
Safe Heaven Care is a leading registered NDIS provider delivering comprehensive disability support services to the vibrant community of Bendigo, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of individuals in Bendigo, the provider offers a wide range of personalised supports designed to enhance independence and well-being.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
SIA Support Services
Bendigo, VIC and 19 othersAlso servesDandenong, VIC · Doncaster East, VIC · Doreen, VIC · Doveton, VIC · Frankston, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Healesville, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Melton South, VIC · Melton West, VIC · Mernda, VIC · Niddrie, VIC · +7 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Community access · Therapy · Nursing
Sia Support Services Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services directly within the Bendigo community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals in regional Victoria, the provider focuses on empowering participants to live fulfilling lives with independence and dignity. Their presence in Bendigo ensures accessible, high-quality care is available right where it's needed.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Advanced Care And Support Service's PTY LTD
Bendigo, VIC and 40 othersAlso servesArarat, VIC · Ballarat Central, VIC · Bayswater, VIC · Bayswater North, VIC · Berwick, VIC · Boronia, VIC · Carlton, VIC · Caroline Springs, VIC · Carrum Downs, VIC · Caulfield East, VIC · Caulfield North, VIC · Caulfield South, VIC · +28 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Allied health · Therapy
Advanced Care And Support Service's PTY LTD is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the Bendigo community. Understanding the unique needs of each participant, the provider focuses on fostering independence and enhancing quality of life through personalised care plans.
Permalink Support Services
Bendigo, VIC and 501 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Albert Park, VIC · Albion, VIC · Alexandria, NSW · Allambie Heights, NSW · Allawah, NSW · Altona, VIC · Altona Meadows, VIC · Altona North, VIC · Ardeer, VIC · Armadale, VIC · Arncliffe, NSW · +489 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Permalink Support Services is a dedicated NDIS provider offering a comprehensive suite of disability support services to the Bendigo community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disability, the provider is committed to delivering person-centred care that empowers participants to live fulfilling lives. From daily personal assistance to community engagement, Permalink Support Services ensures access to quality care right here in Bendigo.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
CarePro
Bendigo, VIC and 76 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Airport West, VIC · Armadale, WA · Bairnsdale, VIC · Ballarat Central, VIC · Ballarat East, VIC · Bentleigh, VIC · Boronia, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Bulla, VIC · Bunbury, WA · Carrum, VIC · +64 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · SIL
CarePro is dedicated to providing exceptional NDIS support services to the Bendigo community. As a leading disability support provider, CarePro understands the unique needs of individuals in Bendigo and strives to deliver person-centred care that fosters independence and enhances quality of life. Their commitment extends to ensuring all participants in Bendigo receive the highest standard of support tailored to their NDIS plans.
Sunraysia Murray Disability Services
Bendigo, VIC and 13 othersAlso servesBallarat North, VIC · Berwick, VIC · Campbellfield, VIC · Coffs Harbour, NSW · Cranbourne, VIC · Ferntree Gully, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Mernda, VIC · Mildura, VIC · Sunshine North, VIC · Waranga Shores, VIC · +1 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation
Understanding the unique needs of the Bendigo community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of supports designed to enhance independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
How we verified this provider
Butter Fish Services
Bendigo, VIC and 111 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Ashburton, VIC · Ashwood, VIC · Ballarat Central, VIC · Ballarat North, VIC · Belgrave, VIC · Bellfield, VIC · Benalla, VIC · Beveridge, VIC · Blackburn North, VIC · Bonbeach, VIC · Boort, VIC · +99 more · National provider
Specialises in Therapy
Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in the Bendigo community, the provider offers a comprehensive range of supports designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life. With a focus on person-centred care, Butter Fish Services VIC strives to empower participants in Bendigo to achieve their NDIS goals.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Team includes Art Therapist, Counsellor, Occupational Therapist
The OT Group
Bendigo, VIC and 4 othersAlso servesMelbourne, VIC · Moonee Ponds, VIC · Parkdale, VIC · Tyabb, VIC · Regional provider
Specialises in Therapy
They are committed to supporting NDIS participants with tailored solutions designed to enhance independence and quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Occupational Therapist
Feel Better Services
Bendigo, VIC and 24 othersAlso servesBraybrook, VIC · Caroline Springs, VIC · Craigieburn, VIC · Deer Park, VIC · Derrimut, VIC · Epping, VIC · Footscray, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Hoppers Crossing, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Melbourne Airport, VIC · Melton, VIC · +12 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Therapy · Allied health
Recognizing the unique needs of the Bendigo community, they offer a wide array of NDIS services designed to enhance independence, foster social inclusion, and improve the overall quality of life for participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Counsellor, Developmental Educators
How we rank providers
Rankings in Bendigo 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 therapy, allied health, psychology, support work, and social and community support, the support types most relevant to adhd. They are then ranked by demonstrated experience with adhd, providers who have actively claimed and supported adhd 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 adhd 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 Bendigo rank above those covering only the broader region.
What does "Trusted" mean? 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 Bendigo
26,738
providers nationally
The ADHD provider network on Carevo
25 providers on Carevo have supported people with adhd through real matched requests.24 are registered NDIS providers. Matching is based on real provider history, not self-described claims.
Supports they provide
- • Support workers
- • Therapy
- • Social and community support
- • Allied health
Where providers are
Providers experienced with adhd are listed in more than 580 suburbs across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and other states.
Often supported alongside
Providers who support adhd most often also have experience with Autism, Psychosocial Disability, Epilepsy, Incontinence, and Diabetes.
About Bendigo, VIC
Population
5,512
Median household income
$34,164 p.a.
Local government area
Greater Bendigo (City)
Providers listed
10
Bendigo sits within the Greater Bendigo (City) local government area in VIC. 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 providers are verified
Every provider listed is cross-checked against the official Australian registers before appearing here. This is separate from the Trusted badge, which reflects platform outcomes.
NDIS register cross-check
Every NDIS-registered provider listed is verified against the NDIS Commission register. Registration numbers and approved support groups are pulled from the official register, not self-declared.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval status
Aged care approved status reflects the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care approved provider list, including service types and category groups.
Source: Department of Health and Aged CareABN verification
Every listing includes an Australian Business Number. Providers without a valid, active ABN do not appear in our directory.
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 Bendigo
Provider counts by service type in Bendigo
* Services commonly accessed for this condition
What happens after you request support in Bendigo
1. Map current barriers
Identify whether the main gaps are in communication, daily routines, behaviour, social participation, or independence at home.
2. Compare therapy and support options
Look at providers who offer the right therapy mix and support workers who understand how to work with developmental conditions in practice.
3. Check rapport and consistency
Ask about staff continuity, how therapists adapt to the person's communication style, and whether you can trial before committing.
For NDIS participants with developmental conditions, it also helps to confirm whether the provider can coordinate across therapies (e.g. OT and speech working together on the same goals) and whether support workers are trained in the specific condition.
Bendigo at a glance
Nearest hospital
Bendigo Hospital
Public transport
V/Line trains to Melbourne
Pharmacies
Chemist Warehouse Marketplace • Priceline Pharmacy Bendigo
Community support
Bendigo Senior Citizens • Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services
Gold rush heritage city. Strong arts and culture scene. Growing retirement destination.
Some hilly terrain. CBD is accessible. New Bendigo Hospital is fully accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I access the NDIS for ADHD in Bendigo?
What NDIS supports are available for ADHD in Bendigo?
How do I find a psychologist experienced with ADHD in Bendigo?
What occupational therapy is available for ADHD in Bendigo?
Are there ADHD support groups in Bendigo?
Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, impulse control, and executive function. It affects approximately 6-8% of Australian children and 2-4% of adults, though adult diagnosis rates are rising as awareness improves. ADHD presents in three forms: predominantly inattentive (difficulty sustaining focus, organisation, and following through), predominantly hyperactive-impulsive (restlessness, interrupting, difficulty waiting), and combined. ADHD alone does not automatically qualify for the NDIS. To meet the NDIS access criteria, the condition must cause permanent and significant functional impairment. Many NDIS participants with ADHD also have co-occurring conditions such as autism, anxiety, learning disabilities, or oppositional defiant disorder, which strengthen the case for access. For those who do access the NDIS, supports focus on building practical strategies for daily life rather than treating the ADHD itself.
How ADHD affects daily life
ADHD affects daily life through difficulties with time management, task initiation, organisation, emotional regulation, and sustained attention. People with ADHD may struggle to maintain routines, keep their home tidy, pay bills on time, arrive at appointments, and complete tasks at work or school. Relationships can be strained by forgetfulness, impulsivity, and emotional reactivity. Children with ADHD often struggle with homework, classroom behaviour, and friendships. The daily impact is often underestimated because ADHD is an invisible condition, and the effort required to compensate is not apparent to others.
What to look for in a provider
Good ADHD providers use evidence-based strategies that translate into real daily life, not just clinical settings. Ask whether their psychologists use cognitive behavioural therapy adapted for ADHD, whether OTs can set up practical systems for organisation and routine, and whether support workers understand ADHD-specific challenges like task paralysis and time blindness. Red flags include providers who only focus on medication compliance (which is a GP or psychiatrist role, not an NDIS one), who treat ADHD as a behaviour problem rather than a neurological difference, or who use approaches designed for intellectual disability without adapting them.
How to access funding
ADHD is on the NDIS List D, meaning access requires evidence that the condition causes permanent and significant functional impairment. A psychiatrist or paediatrician diagnosis plus a functional assessment (often from a psychologist or OT) showing substantial limitations in daily living, work, education, or social participation is the standard evidence package. Many people access the NDIS with ADHD plus a co-occurring condition. Plans are reviewed annually. If your initial access request is rejected, you can request an internal review with additional functional evidence.
Need help with NDIS for ADHD? A support coordinator can help you find the right providers and get the most from your plan. Find support coordinators in Bendigo
Funding and costs for ADHD support in Bendigo
Lower
$5,000
per year
Typical
$15,000
per year
Higher
$40,000
per year
Plan size depends on the severity of functional impairment, co-occurring conditions, and whether the participant needs therapy only or also support worker hours. ADHD-only plans tend to be smaller unless significant daily living support is required.
Psychology sessions under the NDIS cost $193-$234/hr. OT sessions for executive function coaching are billed at the same rates. Support worker rates start around $55-$65/hr on weekdays.
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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