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1 providers with motor neurone disease experience · Updated 2 July 2026

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Best Motor Neurone Disease specialist in Australia

1 experienced with Motor Neurone Disease · 9 other registered providers·How we chose these

Supports motor neurone disease on Carevo
1

Proability Care Services

Manunda, QLD and 1 otherAlso servesTownsville City, QLD

Specialises in Physiotherapy

Proability Care Services is an NDIS registered provider serving Manunda, Queensland. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. They have supported participants with motor neurone disease. They are most often contacted for physiotherapy.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time10 minutes
View profile 0478350140

Other registered providers in Australia

Registered in Australia with no demonstrated Motor Neurone Disease track record on Carevo — listed for completeness, not as Motor Neurone Disease specialists.

Trusted provider
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Enable Community

Parramatta, NSW and 45 othersAlso servesAlbury, NSW · Arndell Park, NSW · Artarmon, NSW · Baulkham Hills, NSW · Bella Vista, NSW · Blacktown, NSW · Bossley Park, NSW · Box Hill, NSW · Bungarribee, NSW · Castle Hill, NSW · Chester Hill, NSW · Doonside, NSW · +33 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Allied health · Therapy

Enable Community is an NDIS registered provider in Parramatta, New South Wales. 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 allied health. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time12 hours
Visit website 0488902162
Trusted provider
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Mapple Care

Boondall, QLD and 30 othersAlso servesAlderley, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Benowa, QLD · Browns Plains, QLD · Bundaberg West, QLD · Burpengary, QLD · Cairns City, QLD · Cleveland, QLD · Coolum Beach, QLD · Coomera, QLD · Corinda, QLD · Everton Park, QLD · +18 more · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Transport

Mapple Care is an NDIS registered provider in Boondall, Queensland. 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 therapy. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time13 hours
NDIS coverage17 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Household tasks · 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 · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Innovative Community Participation · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Community nursing care for high needs · Therapeutic Supports · Exercise Physiology and Physical Wellbeing Activities · Communication and Information Equipment · Home Modifications · Plan Management · Support Coordination
Visit website 0470631801
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Apex Health Professionals

Balwyn North, VIC and 33 othersAlso servesAberfoyle Park, SA · Adelaide Airport, SA · Ballarat East, VIC · Balwyn, VIC · Box Hill, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Brunswick, VIC · Camberwell, VIC · Chadstone, VIC · Christies Beach, SA · Cobram, VIC · Coburg, VIC · +21 more

Specialises in Support Workers · Social Support · Cleaning

Apex Health Professionals works across 15 NDIS support categories in Balwyn North, Victoria. They have a track record of following through on more than 30 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Active on Carevo in the past week.

How this listing is sourced

NDIS coverage15 groupsNDIS registration groupsSpecialist Behaviour Support · Therapeutic Supports · Support Coordination · Early Childhood Supports · Innovative Community Participation · Group and Centre Based Activities · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Home Modifications · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Household tasks · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Development of daily living and life skills
Visit website 0422702255
Trusted provider
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Phenomenal Home And Living Pty Ltd

Macquarie Park, NSW and 20 othersAlso servesBarrack Heights, NSW · Bulli, NSW · Bundeena, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Eastwood, NSW · Figtree, NSW · Hornsby, NSW · Hornsby Heights, NSW · Ingleburn, NSW · Kiama, NSW · Macquarie Fields, NSW · Mosman, NSW · +8 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Support coordination · Personal care · Domestic assistance

Based in Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Phenomenal Home And Living is an NDIS registered provider. Support coordination and personal care are among their most-requested supports. They have a track record of following through on more than 50 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Registered across 10 NDIS support categories, including Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education, Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports and Communication and Information Equipment.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time49 minutes
NDIS coverage10 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Communication and Information Equipment · Therapeutic Supports · Group and Centre Based Activities · Home Modifications · Community nursing care for high needs · Innovative Community Participation · Early Childhood Supports · Daily Personal Activities
View profile 0466098166
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Miracle Health Services

Craigieburn, VIC and 13 othersAlso servesBallarat North, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · Epping, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Kilmore, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Melton, VIC · Mernda, VIC · South Morang, VIC · Sunbury, VIC · Sunshine North, VIC · +1 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation

Miracle Health Services is an NDIS registered and aged care approved provider serving Craigieburn, Victoria. They operate across Victoria. They are most often contacted for personal care and domestic assistance. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time3 hours
Availability Open now · 8AM-4PM
Visit website 0393083821
Trusted provider
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Clover Leaf Sanctuary

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. Families most often connect with them for therapy and personal care. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including shared living support, Innovative Community Participation and transport assistance. They support both NDIS and aged care funding.

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
Visit website (03) 7023 9068
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Aligned Assist

Yallambie, VIC and 6 othersAlso servesDoreen, VIC · Epping, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · South Morang, VIC · St Kilda, VIC

Specialises in Personal Care · Support Workers · Social Support

Based in Yallambie, Victoria, Aligned Assist is an NDIS registered provider. They have a track record of following through on more than 25 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Active on Carevo in the past week.

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View profile 0432228245
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Innovative Care

Malaga, WA and 56 othersAlso servesAlbany, WA · Armadale, WA · Baldivis, WA · Bassendean, WA · Bayswater, WA · Belmont, WA · Beverley, WA · Boddington, WA · Brookdale, WA · Brookton, WA · Broome, WA · Bunbury, WA · +44 more · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Support coordination · Domestic assistance

Innovative Care works across 19 NDIS support categories in Malaga, Western Australia. They operate across multiple states. They are most often contacted for personal care and support coordination. They support both NDIS and aged care funding.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time22 hours
NDIS coverage19 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Personal Mobility Equipment · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Support Coordination · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Development of daily living and life skills · Early Childhood Supports · Household tasks · Innovative Community Participation · Group and Centre Based Activities · Accommodation/Tenancy Assistance · Daily Personal Activities · Therapeutic Supports · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Plan Management · Specialist Behaviour Support
Availability Open now · 8AM-5PM
Visit website 0862020120
Trusted provider
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Helping Solutions

South Perth, WA and 24 othersAlso servesAlbany, WA · Armadale, WA · Balga, WA · Bibra Lake, WA · Bunbury, WA · Busselton, WA · Canning Vale, WA · Cannington, WA · Clarkson, WA · Cockburn Central, WA · Collie, WA · Ellenbrook, WA · +12 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Nursing

Based in South Perth, Western Australia, Helping Solutions is an NDIS registered provider. Personal care and domestic assistance are among their most-requested supports. They have a track record of following through on more than 40 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They operate across Western Australia.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time1 day
Availability Open now · 8AM-6PM
Visit website 1300 905 166

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 physiotherapy, occupational therapy, allied health, nursing, support work, and personal care, the support types most relevant to motor neurone disease. They are then ranked by demonstrated experience with motor neurone disease, providers who have actively claimed and supported motor neurone disease 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 motor neurone disease 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.

28,527

providers in Australia

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What support people with Motor Neurone Disease usually need

Motor neurone disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects the nerves controlling voluntary movement. The NDIS provides fast-tracked access for people with MND, supporting them with allied health, assistive technology, personal care, and home modifications. Because MND progresses at different rates for different people, the NDIS allows plans to be reviewed more frequently than the standard annual review, which means supports can keep pace with changing needs without long waiting periods. The right mix of support depends on age, goals, living situation, and how much day-to-day impact motor neurone disease has.

Rehabilitation and daily recovery

Many people compare providers for neuro physio, OT for relearning everyday tasks, speech pathology for communication or swallowing, cognitive rehab, and personal care that supports recovery rather than creating dependency.

Specialist neuro therapy

The highest-value comparisons are usually neurological physio, OT, speech pathology, and neuropsychology. Recovery windows matter, so speed to first appointment, therapy intensity, and cross-discipline coordination can change outcomes materially.

Choosing the right fit

Neuro rehab is time-sensitive and highly specialised. Families need therapists with real neurological rehabilitation experience, clear goal-setting, and a plan for the handover from hospital or inpatient rehab into daily life at home.

Services and providers to compare first for Motor Neurone Disease

For neurological conditions, specialist therapy and rehabilitation support are usually the first services to compare. Timing matters for neuro rehab, so prioritise providers who can start quickly and deliver intensive schedules when needed.

Physiotherapy Home Care Physiotherapy maintains mobility and function for as long as possible, manages breathing exercises, and advises on positioning and falls prevention as the condition progresses.
Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is central to MND support, coordinating assistive technology, home modifications, daily living adaptations, and equipment before function declines further.
Speech Pathology Speech pathology manages communication changes by introducing augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices early, and addresses swallowing difficulties to maintain safe eating.
Nursing Care Services Nursing care manages respiratory function, PEG feeding, medication, skin integrity, and complex health needs that increase as MND progresses.
Personal Care Services Personal care services provide assistance with all aspects of daily hygiene, dressing, transfers, and positioning as physical independence decreases.
Support Workers Support workers provide daily practical assistance and companionship, helping the person maintain their routine, access the community, and stay connected.
Assistive Technology Assessment Assistive technology assessments ensure timely access to wheelchairs, communication devices, environmental controls, and other equipment before the window for effective use closes.
Aged Care Home Modifications Maintenance Home modifications including ramps, accessible bathrooms, ceiling hoists, and widened doorways are planned proactively to maintain safe home living as mobility declines.

What usually separates a strong provider from a generic one

  • • Therapists with specific neurological rehabilitation experience, not general physio or OT
  • • Whether the provider can deliver intensive therapy schedules when the recovery window is open
  • • Coordination across disciplines (physio, OT, speech) working toward the same rehab goals
  • • Experience with the transition from hospital or inpatient rehab to community-based support

Where motor neurone disease support is available

Providers listed

28,527

States with coverage

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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. Identify rehab priorities

Work out whether the main focus is physical recovery, communication, cognitive rehabilitation, daily living skills, or a combination across multiple areas.

2. Compare neuro-specialist providers

Look for providers with therapists who have specific neurological rehab training. Compare how quickly they can start and whether they can deliver the intensity your rehab plan requires.

3. Coordinate the transition

If transitioning from hospital, ask how the provider works with discharge teams, whether they continue existing rehab goals, and how they manage the shift to community-based support.

For NDIS participants with neurological conditions, confirm whether the provider can coordinate with your hospital rehab team, deliver intensive therapy early in recovery, and adjust the program as you progress.

Understanding Motor Neurone Disease (MND)

Motor neurone disease (MND) is a progressive neurological condition that causes the motor neurones (nerve cells controlling voluntary movement) to degenerate and die. In Australia, an estimated 2,800 people are living with MND, equivalent to about 8.6 per 100,000 population (AIHW, Neurological conditions in Australia, 2025). The most common form is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). MND causes progressive weakness affecting movement, speech, swallowing, and eventually breathing. The rate of progression varies, but average life expectancy from diagnosis is 27 months, though some people live significantly longer. Because MND progresses rapidly, early access to the NDIS and proactive planning for equipment and support are critical. The NDIS recognises this urgency through fast-tracked access for MND, which is on List A. Waiting for needs to become severe before requesting supports is the single biggest mistake families make.

How motor neurone disease affects daily life

MND progressively takes away the ability to move, speak, swallow, and breathe independently. In early stages, difficulties may include tripping, dropping things, or slurred speech. As the disease progresses, personal care, mobility, communication, and eating all require increasing assistance. Fatigue is constant. The psychological impact on the person and their family is enormous. Planning ahead for communication devices (before speech is lost), home modifications (before mobility declines further), and care arrangements is essential. Many people with MND describe the most helpful support as being proactive rather than reactive.

What to look for in a provider

Good MND providers understand the urgency and progressive nature of the condition. They plan ahead rather than waiting for function to decline before acting. Ask whether they have experience with MND specifically, how quickly they can arrange assistive technology assessments (particularly speech-generating devices and powered wheelchairs), and whether they coordinate with MND Australia or state-based MND associations. Red flags include slow response times, providers unfamiliar with the typical MND trajectory, or those who wait for plan reviews rather than requesting changes as needs escalate. A provider who can scale up support quickly and has experience with end-of-life planning is worth prioritising.

How to access funding

MND is on the NDIS List A, which means a diagnosis from a neurologist provides automatic and fast-tracked NDIS access without further evidence of functional impairment. The NDIS aims to have an initial plan in place within weeks of access being confirmed. Plans can be reviewed more frequently than the standard annual cycle to keep pace with changing needs. MND Australia provides NDIS navigators who can help with the access process and plan reviews. Early access to assistive technology and home modifications is particularly important, as waiting until they are urgently needed often means the person has already lost significant function.

Sources: AIHW, Neurological conditions in Australia: Motor neurone disease (2025) · NDIS, List A conditions likely to meet the disability requirements (s24)

Funding and costs for motor neurone disease support

Lower

$40,000

per year

Typical

$120,000

per year

Higher

$350,000+

per year

Plans escalate rapidly as the disease progresses. Initial plans may focus on therapy and early assistive technology, but later plans often include 24/7 personal care, specialised wheelchairs, communication devices, home modifications, and nursing care.

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 Capital - Assistive Technology Capital - Home Modifications Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living Core - Consumables Capacity Building - Support Coordination Core - Transport

Speech-generating devices cost $5,000-$20,000+. Eye-gaze technology for communication can exceed $15,000. Power wheelchairs with tilt and recline cost $15,000-$50,000+. Home modifications for full accessibility can exceed $80,000.

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

How does fast-tracked NDIS access work for motor neurone disease in Australia?

MND is on the NDIS List A, which means a diagnosis from your neurologist is enough to receive automatic access without further evidence of functional impairment. The NDIS aims to have your first plan in place within weeks. Given MND progresses quickly, early access to physiotherapy, assistive technology, and speech pathology in Australia is important. Carevo connects you with MND-experienced providers in your area.

How quickly can I access the NDIS with MND in Australia?

MND is on the NDIS List A, which means you receive automatic and fast-tracked access without further evidence of functional impairment. A diagnosis from your neurologist is sufficient. The NDIS aims to have your first plan in place within weeks. Contact the NDIS on 1800 800 110 to begin immediately.

What assistive technology is available for MND through the NDIS?

NDIS participants with MND in Australia may access communication devices (speech generating devices, eye gaze technology), power wheelchairs, hoists, pressure care equipment, and home automation. Assistive technology is reviewed and updated as needs change. An OT coordinates your AT assessments and recommendations.

Can I get home modifications for MND through the NDIS in Australia?

Yes. The NDIS funds home modifications for MND in Australia, including ramps, bathroom modifications, ceiling hoists, stairlifts, and widened doorways. Given the progressive nature of MND, modifications should be planned proactively. An occupational therapist assesses your home and recommends changes.

What palliative and end-of-life support is available for MND in Australia?

People with MND in Australia can access NDIS-funded personal care, nursing support, and assistive technology alongside palliative care services funded through the health system. The NDIS and palliative care teams work together to ensure comprehensive support. Carevo can connect you with providers experienced in supporting people with MND.

Popular local support pages for Motor Neurone Disease

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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Australian Capital Territory90
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Northern Territory82
Queensland847
South Australia401
Tasmania110
Victoria710
Western Australia362
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