Find ADHD support in Preston, VIC
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- 2 verified providers with ADHD experience in Preston
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What people with ADHD in Preston 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 Preston
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
Clover Leaf Sanctuary
Preston, VIC and 63 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Albion, VIC · Altona North, VIC · Ardeer, VIC · Ascot Vale, VIC · Bentleigh East, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Brooklyn, VIC · Brunswick, VIC · Bundoora, VIC · Burnside, VIC · Cairnlea, VIC · +51 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Therapy · Personal care · Domestic assistance
Clover Leaf Sanctuary Pty Ltd is a leading NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the Preston community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in Preston, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance independence, promote community participation, and improve overall quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Permalink Support Services
Preston, 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
They are committed to empowering participants by providing a wide range of NDIS services designed to enhance independence and quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Flexile Physiotherapy
Preston, VIC and 116 othersAlso servesAbbotsford, NSW · Albert Park, VIC · Alexandria, NSW · Annandale, NSW · Arncliffe, NSW · Ashfield, NSW · Auburn, NSW · Balmain, NSW · Bankstown, NSW · Baulkham Hills, NSW · Beaconsfield, NSW · Belfield, NSW · +104 more · National provider
Specialises in Therapy · Allied health · Equipment hire
Flexile Physiotherapy is a leading registered NDIS provider delivering essential therapeutic supports and allied health services directly to the Preston community. Recognising the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in Preston, the team is dedicated to fostering independence and improving overall well-being through personalised care plans. As a registered NDIS provider, Flexile Physiotherapy ensures all services align with the highest standards of quality and participant choice.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Mia Care Support
Preston, VIC and 43 othersAlso servesAttwood, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Bulla, VIC · Campbellfield, VIC · Clarkefield, VIC · Coburg, VIC · Coburg North, VIC · Coolaroo, VIC · Craigieburn, VIC · Dallas, VIC · Donnybrook, VIC · Doreen, VIC · +31 more · Regional provider
Specialises in Plan management · Personal care · Physiotherapy
Mia Care Supports Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the residents of Preston, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the Preston community, they offer a wide range of NDIS funded supports designed to enhance independence and improve quality of life. Their local presence ensures a deep understanding of the area and its resources.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Health Steps
Preston, VIC and 27 othersAlso servesBlackburn, VIC · Blacktown, NSW · Brighton, VIC · Burwood, VIC · Cheltenham, VIC · Clayton, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · Dandenong, VIC · Dingley Village, VIC · Endeavour Hills, VIC · Footscray, VIC · Frankston, VIC · +15 more · Regional provider
Specialises in Nursing · Personal care · Therapy
HEALTH STEPS is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to offering comprehensive disability support services to the residents of Preston, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the Preston community, the provider delivers a range of personalised supports designed to enhance independence and quality of life for NDIS participants. With a commitment to compassionate care, HEALTH STEPS ensures individuals in Preston receive the assistance they need to thrive.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Registered Nurse
Ask Carers
Preston, VIC and 17 othersAlso servesBerwick, VIC · Clyde North, VIC · Doreen, VIC · Epping, VIC · Ferntree Gully, VIC · Frankston, VIC · Lilydale, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Melton, VIC · Melton South, VIC · Mornington, VIC · Morwell, VIC · +5 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Community access · Personal care
Understanding the unique needs of the community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of NDIS services designed to enhance independence, foster social inclusion, and improve the overall quality of life for participants. For those seeking reliable and person-centred NDIS support in Preston, ASK CARERS is a leading choice.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Registered Nurse
Preston Music Therapy
Preston, VIC and 21 othersAlso servesAbbotsford, VIC · Alphington, VIC · Brunswick, VIC · Bundoora, VIC · Carlton, VIC · Clifton Hill, VIC · Coburg, VIC · Collingwood, VIC · Fawkner, VIC · Fitzroy, VIC · Heidelberg, VIC · Ivanhoe, VIC · +9 more
Specialises in Therapy · Allied Health · Physiotherapy
They offer a comprehensive range of NDIS therapeutic supports designed to empower individuals with disabilities.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Art Therapist, Audiologist, Counsellor
Top Grade Care
Preston, VIC and 22 othersAlso servesBroadmeadows, VIC · Bundoora, VIC · Campbellfield, VIC · Coburg, VIC · Coburg North, VIC · Craigieburn, VIC · Epping, VIC · Essendon, VIC · Fawkner, VIC · Glenroy, VIC · Greensborough, VIC · Jacana, VIC · +10 more · Regional provider
Specialises in Advocacy · Personal care · Domestic assistance
Top Grade Care is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the residents of Preston, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the local community, the provider offers a comprehensive range of services designed to enhance independence, promote social inclusion, and improve overall quality of life for NDIS participants in Preston.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Brightest Care
Preston, VIC and 65 othersAlso servesAltona Meadows, VIC · Altona North, VIC · Beveridge, VIC · Brighton, VIC · Brighton East, VIC · Brisbane City, QLD · Clayton, VIC · Clyde, VIC · Clyde North, VIC · Cowes, VIC · Craigieburn, VIC · Cranbourne North, VIC · +53 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Equipment hire
Brightest Care is a dedicated NDIS provider delivering exceptional disability support services to the Preston community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in Preston, VIC, the team at Brightest Care is committed to fostering independence, enhancing quality of life, and promoting community participation.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
I-Help Disability Services
Preston, VIC and 1 otherAlso servesSpring Hill, QLD · Hyperlocal provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
They offer comprehensive and compassionate support designed to empower NDIS participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
How we rank providers
Rankings in Preston 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 Preston 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.
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providers in Preston
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 Preston, VIC
Population
32,851
Median household income
$33,124 p.a.
Local government area
Darebin (City)
Providers listed
10
Preston sits within the Darebin (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 Preston
Provider counts by service type in Preston
* Services commonly accessed for this condition
What happens after you request support in Preston
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I access the NDIS for ADHD in Preston?
What NDIS supports are available for ADHD in Preston?
How do I find a psychologist experienced with ADHD in Preston?
What occupational therapy is available for ADHD in Preston?
Are there ADHD support groups in Preston?
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 Preston
Funding and costs for ADHD support in Preston
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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