Intellectual disability support in Surfers Paradise, QLD
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1 experienced with Intellectual Disability · 9 other registered providers·How we chose these
Surfers Paradise, 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 is among the highest-ranked NDIS registered providers in Surfers Paradise, Queensland in our data. They are most often contacted for personal care and SIL. 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.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Other registered providers in Surfers Paradise
Registered in Surfers Paradise with no demonstrated Intellectual Disability track record on Carevo — listed for completeness, not as Intellectual Disability specialists.
Surfers Paradise, QLD and 14 othersAlso servesBrisbane, QLD · Bundaberg North, QLD · Coomera, QLD · Dandenong, VIC · Goodna, QLD · Inala, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Perth, WA · Redbank Plains, QLD · Richlands, QLD · South Brisbane, QLD · Toowoomba City, QLD · +2 more · National provider
- 10+ families connected
- Specialises in Cleaning, Allied health
Marpe Care Services works across 13 NDIS support categories in Surfers Paradise, Queensland. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them. They have a track record of following through on more than 10 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for cleaning and allied health.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Surfers Paradise, QLD and 43 othersAlso servesBeenleigh, QLD · Brisbane, QLD · Brisbane City, QLD · Broadbeach Waters, QLD · Bundaberg East, QLD · Bundaberg North, QLD · Bundaberg South, QLD · Caboolture, QLD · Central Coast, NSW · Eagleby, QLD · Eli Waters, QLD · Glenvale, QLD · +31 more · National provider
- 10+ families connected
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in Personal care, Transport, SIL
Amazing Procare Toowoomba works across 16 NDIS support categories in Surfers Paradise, Queensland. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. They have a track record of following through on more than 10 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for personal care and transport.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Other allied health, developmental educator, social or health science professional, Registered Nurse
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Surfers Paradise, 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 an NDIS registered provider serving Surfers Paradise, Queensland. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. They have a track record of following through on more than 30 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for personal care and cleaning.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Surfers Paradise, QLD and 7 othersAlso servesBrisbane, QLD · Brisbane City, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Maroochydore, QLD · North Lakes, QLD · The Gap, QLD · Townsville City, QLD · National provider
- 10+ families connected
- Fast responder, usually replies within 2 hours
- Specialises in Personal care, Support coordination, Social support
Connect Coordination QLD works across 4 NDIS support categories in Surfers Paradise, Queensland. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them. 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 personal care and support coordination.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Welfare Worker
Surfers Paradise, QLD and 6 othersAlso servesEmerald, QLD · Gympie, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Logan Central, QLD · Maroochydore, QLD · Nirimba, QLD
- Specialises in Cleaning, Nursing, Other Services
LeadsCare Services is an NDIS registered provider in Surfers Paradise, Queensland. Registered across 15 NDIS support categories, including Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports, shared living support and transport assistance. Active on Carevo in the past week.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Surfers Paradise, QLD and 40 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Brisbane, QLD · Brisbane City, QLD · Bundamba, QLD · Caboolture, QLD · Casula, NSW · Central Coast, NSW · Collingwood Park, QLD · Durack, QLD · East Brisbane, QLD · Forest Lake, QLD · Fortitude Valley, QLD · +28 more · National provider
- 50+ families connected
- Specialises in Cleaning, Personal care, Allied health
Maweja Super Care works across 13 NDIS support categories in Surfers Paradise, 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 cleaning and personal care.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Specialises in Therapy, Allied Health
Birch Allied Health is an NDIS registered provider in Surfers Paradise, Queensland.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Surfers Paradise, 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
Based in Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Uptown Care is an NDIS registered provider. Cleaning and nursing are among their most-requested supports. They have a track record of following through on more than 15 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Registered across 12 NDIS support categories, including Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education, daily personal care and shared living support.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Surfers Paradise, QLD and 11 othersAlso servesBeenleigh, QLD · Brisbane, QLD · Capalaba, QLD · Coolangatta, QLD · Coomera, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Loganholme, QLD · Robina, QLD · Southport, QLD · Sunnybank, QLD · Waterford West, QLD
- Specialises in Allied Health, Communication Equipment, Early Childhood Intervention
Based in Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Therapursuit Mobile is an NDIS registered provider. Registered across 8 NDIS support categories, including Assistive Equipment for Recreation, Assistive Products for Household Tasks and Assistive Products for Personal Care and Safety. Active on Carevo in the past week.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Occupational Therapist
How we rank providers
Rankings in Surfers Paradise 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 Surfers Paradise 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 Surfers Paradise
32,111
providers nationally
What people with Intellectual Disability in Surfers Paradise usually need help with
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.
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
Language support in Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise has a large Mandarin-speaking community (3% of residents), so finding intellectual disability support in a shared language matters here. These are the main languages spoken at home locally (ABS Census 2021). When you get matched, ask providers which of their staff speak your language and whether they can keep that worker as your regular. Interpreters are free through TIS National for NDIS appointments, and My Aged Care can arrange them for aged care assessments.
Speaker counts are persons using the language at home in this postcode. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021 (table G13). Carevo connects families with providers and does not deliver care itself.
Services and providers to compare first in Surfers Paradise
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 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.
About Surfers Paradise, QLD
Population
23,689
Local government area
Gold Coast (City)
Providers listed
10
Surfers Paradise 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 Surfers Paradise
Provider counts by service type in Surfers Paradise
* Services commonly accessed for this condition
What happens after you request support in Surfers Paradise
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.
Surfers Paradise 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 NDIS funding can people with an intellectual disability use for daily life in Surfers Paradise?
NDIS participants with an intellectual disability in Surfers Paradise can use funding for support workers, community access, life skills development, behaviour support, and supported independent living. Carevo connects participants and families in Gold Coast with providers experienced in intellectual disability support.
How do I find a support worker experienced with intellectual disability in Surfers Paradise?
Carevo lists support workers in Surfers Paradise 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 Surfers Paradise?
SIL provides 24/7 support for NDIS participants who need help with daily tasks in a shared or individual living arrangement. SIL providers in Surfers Paradise offer assistance with cooking, cleaning, personal care, and community access. Carevo can connect you with SIL providers in the Gold Coast area.
What employment support is available for people with intellectual disability in Surfers Paradise?
NDIS participants with intellectual disability in Surfers Paradise 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 Gold Coast.
What behaviour support options exist for intellectual disability in Surfers Paradise?
Positive behaviour support practitioners in Surfers Paradise 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 Gold Coast.
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
Need help with NDIS for Intellectual Disability? A support coordinator can help you find the right providers and get the most from your plan. Find support coordinators in Surfers Paradise
Funding and costs for intellectual disability support in Surfers Paradise
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 Schedule 2026-27.
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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