ADHD support in Burnie, TAS
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10 registered providers in Burnie — none with a demonstrated ADHD track record yet·How we chose these
Burnie, TAS and 3 othersAlso servesDevonport, TAS · Launceston, TAS · Ulverstone, TAS · Regional provider
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- Specialises in Personal Care, Support Workers, Social Support
Based in Burnie, Tasmania, ELPE Health is an NDIS registered provider, with a team that includes disability support worker and occupational therapist. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. Registered across 5 NDIS support categories, including Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports, community nursing and Therapeutic Supports.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist
Burnie, TAS and 8 othersAlso servesBeaconsfield, TAS · Devonport, TAS · Launceston, TAS · Legana, TAS · Prospect, TAS · Somerset, TAS · Ulverstone, TAS · Wynyard, TAS
- Specialises in Allied Health, Therapy, Dietetics
Pathway Nutrition is an NDIS registered provider serving Burnie, Tasmania, with a team that includes physiotherapist and occupational therapist.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist
Burnie, TAS and 4 othersAlso servesBellerive, TAS · Devonport, TAS · Launceston, TAS · Rosebery, TAS
- Specialises in Allied Health, Behaviour Support, Cleaning
Based in Burnie, Tasmania, Family Based Care Tasmania is an NDIS registered and aged care approved provider. Active on Carevo in the past week. Registered across 16 NDIS support categories, including shared living support, Therapeutic Supports and group and centre activities.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Approved Aged Care provider (Department of Health)
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
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Burnie, TAS and 6 othersAlso servesDerwent Park, TAS · Devonport, TAS · Hobart, TAS · Launceston, TAS · Risdon Vale, TAS · Rosny Park, TAS
- Specialises in Personal Care, Support Workers, Social Support
Based in Burnie, Tasmania, Total Support Services is an NDIS registered provider, with a team that includes disability support worker and psychologist. Registered across 18 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
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Psychologist, Social Worker
- Specialises in Accommodation Support, Allied Health, Cleaning
Based in Burnie, Tasmania, St Giles is an NDIS registered provider, with a team that includes disability support worker and exercise physiologist. Registered across 26 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
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Exercise Physiologist, Occupational Therapist
Burnie, TAS and 2 othersAlso servesSouth Burnie, TAS · Upper Burnie, TAS
- Specialises in Allied Health, Equipment, Prosthetics Orthotics
Hummingbird Orthotic and Prosthetic Service works across 3 NDIS support categories in Burnie, Tasmania.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Orthotist/Prosthetist
Burnie, TAS and 5 othersAlso servesDevonport, TAS · Dowsing Point, TAS · Goodwood, TAS · Hobart, TAS · Launceston, TAS
- Specialises in Allied Health, Cleaning, Nursing
Nexus works across 14 NDIS support categories in Burnie, Tasmania.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Burnie, TAS and 20 othersAlso servesBeaconsfield, TAS · Beauty Point, TAS · Blackstone Heights, TAS · Deloraine, TAS · Devonport, TAS · Exeter, TAS · George Town, TAS · Latrobe, TAS · Launceston, TAS · Legana, TAS · Penguin, TAS · Sheffield, TAS · +8 more
- Specialises in Allied Health, Occupational Therapy, Other Services
Based in Burnie, Tasmania, In Good Hands Occupational Therapy is an NDIS registered provider, with a physiotherapist on its team.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Physiotherapist
Burnie, TAS and 4 othersAlso servesDevonport, TAS · Latrobe, TAS · Ulverstone, TAS · Wynyard, TAS
- Specialises in Accommodation Support, Allied Health, Cleaning
Based in Burnie, Tasmania, LEAP Support Services Tasmania is an NDIS registered provider, with an occupational therapist on its team. Registered across 13 NDIS support categories, including accommodation and tenancy assistance, Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports and shared living support.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Occupational Therapist
Burnie, TAS and 3 othersAlso servesDevonport, TAS · East Devonport, TAS · West Ulverstone, TAS
- Specialises in Nursing, Dietetics, Therapy
My Clinic Plus is an NDIS registered and aged care approved provider serving Burnie, Tasmania, with a registered nurse on its team.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Approved Aged Care provider (Department of Health)
- Business address on file
- Team includes Registered Nurse
How we rank providers
Rankings in Burnie 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 Burnie 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 Burnie
32,111
providers nationally
What people with ADHD in Burnie 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 Burnie
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.
The ADHD provider network on Carevo
57 providers on Carevo have supported people with adhd through real matched requests, with 8 doing so more than once.54 are registered NDIS providers. Matching is based on real provider history, not self-described claims.
Supports they provide
- • Support workers
- • Social and community support
- • Therapy
- • Allied health
Where providers are
Providers experienced with adhd are listed in more than 940 suburbs across New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, and other states.
Often supported alongside
Providers who support adhd most often also have experience with Autism, Psychosocial Disability, Speech Delay, OCD, and Epilepsy.
About Burnie, TAS
Population
596
Local government area
Burnie (City)
Providers listed
10
Burnie sits within the Burnie (City) local government area in TAS. 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 Burnie
Provider counts by service type in Burnie
* Services commonly accessed for this condition
What happens after you request support in Burnie
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.
Burnie at a glance
Nearest hospital
North West Regional Hospital
Public transport
Metro Tasmania buses
Pharmacies
Priceline Pharmacy Burnie • Wilkinson's Pharmacy
Community support
Burnie Senior Citizens • COTA Tasmania
Northwest coast industrial city transitioning to services economy. High proportion of elderly residents. Paper mill heritage.
Hilly terrain in some areas. Foreshore area is accessible. Hospital precinct is fully accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I access the NDIS for ADHD in Burnie?
ADHD can qualify for the NDIS in Burnie if it causes permanent and significant functional impairment. Many participants access the NDIS with ADHD alongside co-occurring conditions such as autism or intellectual disability. Your psychiatrist or paediatrician can provide evidence of functional impact for your access request.
What NDIS supports are available for ADHD in Burnie?
NDIS participants with ADHD in Burnie can access psychology, occupational therapy, behaviour support, counselling, life skills development, and support workers for daily living. These services focus on building strategies for attention, organisation, and self-regulation. Carevo connects you with experienced providers in Hobart.
How do I find a psychologist experienced with ADHD in Burnie?
Carevo lists psychologists in Burnie who work with ADHD. Look for providers offering cognitive behavioural therapy, executive function coaching, and ADHD-specific strategies. You can compare providers by their services and verification status on our platform.
What occupational therapy is available for ADHD in Burnie?
Occupational therapists in Burnie help people with ADHD develop strategies for daily routines, sensory processing, time management, and organisation. For children, OT may include handwriting support, classroom strategies, and sensory diets. NDIS-funded OT is available through providers listed on Carevo.
Are there ADHD support groups in Burnie?
Community participation and social skills programs in Burnie can benefit people with ADHD. While Carevo connects you with NDIS-funded providers for one-on-one and group support, local ADHD support organisations may also offer peer support groups in the Hobart area. Ask your support coordinator for local options.
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, making it the most common mental disorder of childhood, and an estimated 2-4% of adults, with adult diagnosis rates rising as awareness improves (AIHW). 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 not included on any of the NDIS access lists (List A or List B), so 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.
Sources: AIHW, Australia's children: Children with mental illness · NDIS Our Guidelines, Conditions likely to meet the disability requirements (access lists)
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 Burnie
Funding and costs for ADHD support in Burnie
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.
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.
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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