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Intellectual Disability support in Australia

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Compare providers and the support types that usually matter for intellectual disability across Australia. Skip the generic directory listings, get a real shortlist.

23 providers with intellectual disability experience · Updated 2 July 2026

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Best Intellectual Disability specialists in Australia

10 experienced with Intellectual Disability·How we chose these

Trusted provider Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
1

St Albans, VIC and 74 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Albion, VIC · Altona North, VIC · Ardeer, VIC · Ascot Vale, VIC · Ballarat East, VIC · Bendigo, VIC · Bentleigh East, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Brooklyn, VIC · Brunswick, VIC · Bundoora, VIC · +62 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Therapy · Personal care · Allied health

Clover Leaf Sanctuary is an NDIS registered provider in St Albans, Victoria. They have a track record of following through on more than 50 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They have supported participants with intellectual disability. Families most often connect with them for therapy and personal care.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time12 hours
NDIS coverage11 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Innovative Community Participation · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Group and Centre Based Activities · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Development of daily living and life skills · Household tasks · Therapeutic Supports · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports
Trusted provider Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
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Altona North, VIC and 13 othersAlso servesBendigo, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · Cranbourne West, VIC · East Melbourne, VIC · Footscray, VIC · Frankston, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Hawthorn, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Ringwood, VIC · Sunshine West, VIC · Werribee, VIC · +1 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Community access · Domestic assistance

Enhance Disability Care is an NDIS registered provider in Altona North, Victoria. They have a track record of following through on more than 40 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They have supported participants with intellectual disability. Families most often connect with them for personal care and community access.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time5 minutes
NDIS coverage8 groupsNDIS registration groupsHousehold tasks · Innovative Community Participation · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Development of daily living and life skills · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Group and Centre Based Activities
Trusted provider Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
3

Wilsonton Heights, QLD and 31 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Albany Creek, QLD · Alexandra Hills, QLD · Birkdale, QLD · Caboolture, QLD · Canberra Airport, ACT · Capalaba, QLD · Carindale, QLD · Collinsville, QLD · East Brisbane, QLD · Hope Island, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · +19 more · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Transport · Domestic assistance

Pursue Services is an NDIS registered provider in Wilsonton Heights, Queensland. They have a track record of following through on more than 25 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Families most often connect with them for personal care and transport. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time4 hours
NDIS coverage9 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Household tasks · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Development of daily living and life skills · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Specialist Behaviour Support · Group and Centre Based Activities · Participation in community/social and civic activities
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Trusted provider Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
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Carlingford, NSW and 103 othersAlso servesAlbury, NSW · Armidale, NSW · Auburn, NSW · Ballina, NSW · Bankstown, NSW · Banora Point, NSW · Bass Hill, NSW · Bathurst, NSW · Baulkham Hills, NSW · Bega, NSW · Belconnen, ACT · Berkeley, NSW · +91 more · National provider

Specialises in Therapy · Allied health · Personal care

Median response time2 hours
Trusted provider Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
5

Lakelands, WA and 2 othersAlso servesMandurah, WA · Perth, WA · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport

Good Conscience is an NDIS registered provider in Lakelands, Western Australia. Families most often connect with them for personal care and domestic assistance. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. Registered across 13 NDIS support categories, including SDA, group and centre activities and Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time5 hours
NDIS coverage13 groupsNDIS registration groupsSpecialist Disability Accommodation · Group and Centre Based Activities · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Household tasks · Innovative Community Participation · Development of daily living and life skills · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Specialised Supported Employment
Trusted provider Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
6

Cleveland, QLD and 6 othersAlso servesBrisbane City, QLD · Capalaba, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Redland Bay, QLD · Victoria Point, QLD · Yeerongpilly, QLD · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Support coordination

Based in Cleveland, Queensland, Kaizen Youth Co is an NDIS registered provider. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. Personal care and support coordination are among their most-requested supports. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including Specialised Supported Employment, community participation and group and centre activities.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time8 hours
NDIS coverage11 groupsNDIS registration groupsSpecialised Supported Employment · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Group and Centre Based Activities · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Innovative Community Participation · Development of daily living and life skills · Household tasks · Daily Personal Activities · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement
Trusted provider Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
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Forrestdale, WA and 1 otherAlso servesPerth, WA · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Support workers · Domestic assistance

UKarimu Care Services is an NDIS registered provider serving Forrestdale, Western Australia. They operate across Western Australia. They are most often contacted for personal care and support workers. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time3 hours
Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
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Regents Park, NSW and 3 othersAlso servesBelmore, NSW · Manly, NSW · Sydney, NSW · Regional provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport

Paralleled Care Services is an NDIS registered provider serving Regents Park, New South Wales. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. They have a track record of following through on more than 20 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for personal care and domestic assistance.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time12 hours
Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
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Lalor, VIC and 1 otherAlso servesMelbourne, VIC · Regional provider

Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Domestic assistance

Maximumm Care And Co. is an NDIS registered provider in Lalor, Victoria. Families most often connect with them for personal care and therapy. They support both NDIS and aged care funding. They also offer cleaning and plan management.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time10 hours
Supports intellectual disability on Carevo
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Maribyrnong, VIC and 9 othersAlso servesBalwyn, VIC · Balwyn North, VIC · Blackburn, VIC · Box Hill, VIC · Box Hill North, VIC · Box Hill South, VIC · Doncaster, VIC · Kensington, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Regional provider

Specialises in Personal care · Allied health · Domestic assistance

Medispark Health Care is an NDIS registered provider in Maribyrnong, Victoria. They have a track record of following through on more than 50 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Families most often connect with them for personal care and allied health. Registered across 12 NDIS support categories, including household tasks, Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports and community participation.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time4 hours
NDIS coverage12 groupsNDIS registration groupsHousehold tasks · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Specialist Disability Accommodation · Daily Personal Activities · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Group and Centre Based Activities · Innovative Community Participation · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Development of daily living and life skills

How we rank providers

Rankings in Australia 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 support work, personal care, social and community support, therapy, allied health, and psychology, the support types most relevant to intellectual disability. They are then ranked by demonstrated experience with intellectual disability, providers who have actively claimed and supported intellectual disability 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 intellectual disability 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 Australia 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.

28,460

providers in Australia

How we calculate provider numbers

What support people with Intellectual Disability usually need

Intellectual disability affects learning, problem-solving, communication, and everyday adaptive skills, so support usually needs to be practical, consistent, and paced appropriately. NDIS participants with intellectual disability often use support workers, life skills programs, community access, behaviour support, and SIL to build capability without losing dignity or choice. The strongest providers are usually the ones who can turn broad goals like independence or community participation into repeatable routines that actually work day to day. The right mix of support depends on age, goals, living situation, and how much day-to-day impact intellectual disability has.

Routines and daily living

Families usually start by comparing providers who can reduce friction in the hardest parts of the day: getting ready, eating, toileting, transitions, community access, and building independence without escalating stress at home.

Therapy and skill building

The highest-value comparisons are usually speech pathology, occupational therapy, behaviour support, and early intervention. The question is less 'who offers therapy' and more 'who can work on communication, regulation, and practical function in the same direction.'

Choosing the right fit

Families usually need providers who understand sensory load, communication differences, school or childcare transitions, and how to build trust slowly. A generic disability provider is rarely enough if rapport and consistency are poor.

Services and providers to compare first for Intellectual Disability

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.

What usually separates a strong provider from a generic one

  • • Experience with developmental and neurodivergent conditions, not just general disability support
  • • Whether therapists can turn assessment goals into practical routines at home, school, or in the community
  • • Staff consistency and how well workers build rapport over time rather than changing faces every few weeks
  • • Flexibility to adjust support during key transitions such as starting school, adolescence, or moving toward independent living

The Intellectual Disability provider network on Carevo

23 providers on Carevo have supported people with intellectual disability through real matched requests, with 3 doing so more than once.20 are registered NDIS providers. Matching is based on real provider history, not self-described claims.

Supports they provide

  • • Support workers
  • • Personal care
  • • Social and community support
  • • Therapy
  • • Allied health

Where providers are

Providers experienced with intellectual disability are listed in more than 430 suburbs across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, and other states.

Often supported alongside

Providers who support intellectual disability most often also have experience with Autism, Psychosocial Disability, Schizophrenia, PTSD, and Incontinence.

Where intellectual disability support is available

Providers listed

28,460

States with coverage

5

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 Commission

Aged 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 Register

Complaints 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 Commission

What happens after you request support

The next step is usually to narrow the services that matter most, shortlist two or three realistic providers, and ask practical questions about fit, availability, staff continuity, and how support will work in real life.

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.

Understanding Intellectual Disability

Intellectual disability is characterised by significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behaviour, affecting everyday conceptual, social, and practical skills. It originates before the age of 22 and is one of the most common primary disabilities supported by the NDIS in Australia. The degree of intellectual disability varies widely. Some people live independently with occasional support, while others need help with most daily tasks. Common areas of difficulty include learning new information, problem-solving, managing money, understanding abstract concepts, and adapting to new situations. Many people with intellectual disability also experience co-occurring conditions such as epilepsy, autism, or mental health challenges, which can complicate support needs. Effective support focuses on building capability rather than creating dependence. The goal is usually to help the person do as much as they can for themselves, with the right level of assistance to fill genuine gaps.

How intellectual disability affects daily life

Intellectual disability affects daily life across multiple areas. Following multi-step instructions, managing appointments, handling money, preparing meals, and using public transport can all require varying levels of support. Social situations may be difficult to read, which can lead to vulnerability or isolation. Many people with intellectual disability need support to understand and exercise their rights, make informed decisions, and participate in their community. The right support worker can turn a frustrating task into a manageable routine by breaking it into smaller steps and providing consistent, patient guidance.

What to look for in a provider

Good providers for intellectual disability focus on capability building rather than doing everything for the person. They set clear, measurable goals and track progress over time. Ask how they teach new skills, what their staff-to-participant ratios are, and how they handle situations where the person is struggling. Red flags include providers who cannot explain their approach to building independence, who rotate staff frequently without handover, or who default to group activities without individual goal planning. Look for providers whose workers have experience with intellectual disability specifically, not just a generic disability qualification.

How to access funding

Intellectual disability diagnosed and assessed as moderate, severe or profound under current DSM criteria is on the NDIS List A, so it is taken to meet the disability requirements automatically, while milder intellectual disability follows the List B pathway and needs evidence of significant and permanent functional impairment. A diagnosis from a psychologist (including an IQ assessment and adaptive behaviour assessment) is the standard pathway. Children may access early intervention through the NDIS Early Childhood approach. Once on the NDIS, plans are reviewed annually. For people with higher support needs, plan budgets can include supported independent living (SIL), which is assessed separately through a detailed support needs assessment. A support coordinator is particularly valuable for managing multiple providers and preparing for plan reviews.

Sources: NDIS – List A: conditions likely to meet the disability requirements · AIHW – The definition and prevalence of intellectual disability in Australia

Funding and costs for intellectual disability support

Lower

$20,000

per year

Typical

$60,000

per year

Higher

$200,000+

per year

Ranges depend on the level of intellectual disability, co-occurring conditions, living situation, and whether SIL or 24/7 support is required. SIL participants often have plans exceeding $150,000.

Illustrative ranges only — an individual plan is set by the NDIA on assessed need, not by diagnosis, and varies widely. Pricing basis: NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2025-26.

Common funding categories

Core - Assistance with Daily Life Core - Assistance with Social and Community Participation Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living Capacity Building - Improved Life Choices Capacity Building - Increased Social and Community Participation Capacity Building - Support Coordination Capital - Assistive Technology

Support worker rates start around $55-$65/hr on weekdays. SIL costs depend on the shared living arrangement and support ratio, typically ranging from $80,000-$300,000+ per year depending on overnight and active support needs.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What NDIS funding can people with an intellectual disability use for daily life in Australia?

NDIS participants with an intellectual disability in Australia can use funding for support workers, community access, life skills development, behaviour support, and supported independent living. Carevo connects participants and families in your area with providers experienced in intellectual disability support.

How do I find a support worker experienced with intellectual disability in Australia?

Carevo lists support workers in Australia with experience in intellectual disability. You can compare providers by their services and verification status. Look for providers who offer life skills development, community access, and personal care with relevant experience.

What is supported independent living (SIL) and is it available in Australia?

SIL provides 24/7 support for NDIS participants who need help with daily tasks in a shared or individual living arrangement. SIL providers in Australia offer assistance with cooking, cleaning, personal care, and community access. Carevo can connect you with SIL providers in the your area area.

What employment support is available for people with intellectual disability in Australia?

NDIS participants with intellectual disability in Australia can access school leaver employment supports (SLES), supported employment, job coaching, and workplace mentoring. These programs help develop interview skills, workplace routines, and on-the-job confidence. Carevo connects you with employment support providers in your area.

What behaviour support options exist for intellectual disability in Australia?

Positive behaviour support practitioners in Australia work with people with intellectual disability to understand the function of challenging behaviours and develop replacement strategies. NDIS-funded behaviour support plans are person-centred and focus on skill building rather than restriction. Carevo lists registered behaviour support providers in your area.

Popular local support pages for Intellectual Disability

Use these pages to compare local providers, check which services are most relevant in each area, and widen your shortlist if the first suburb does not have the right fit.

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New South Wales1257
Northern Territory82
Queensland847
South Australia401
Tasmania110
Victoria710
Western Australia362
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