Refer participants to daily living and life skills in Townsville City, QLD
Development of Daily Living and Life Skills covers training and support to build participant independence.
Refer to daily living and life skills
- 6 registered providers in Townsville City
- Category 15: Improved Daily Living Skills
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Best Daily Living And Life Skills providers near me
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Maweja Super Care Pty Ltd
Townsville City, QLD and 38 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Brisbane City, QLD · Bundamba, QLD · Caboolture, QLD · Casula, NSW · Collingwood Park, QLD · Durack, QLD · East Brisbane, QLD · Forest Lake, QLD · Fortitude Valley, QLD · Gatton, QLD · Goodna, QLD · +26 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Ozzi Care Services
Townsville City, QLD and 24 othersAlso servesAcacia Ridge, QLD · Berwick, VIC · Cairns North, QLD · Doreen, VIC · Ferntree Gully, VIC · Frankston, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Holland Park, QLD · Inala, QLD · Kalgoorlie, WA · Melbourne, VIC · Mildura, VIC · +12 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Meal preparation · Transport
Ozzicareservices Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to empowering individuals with disabilities in Townsville City. As a registered NDIS provider, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance independence, promote community participation, and improve overall quality of life for participants within Townsville City and its surrounding areas.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Connect Coordination QLD
Townsville City, QLD and 6 othersAlso servesBrisbane City, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Maroochydore, QLD · North Lakes, QLD · Surfers Paradise, QLD · The Gap, QLD · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Supported independent living · Social support
Connect Coordination QLD is a leading NDIS provider dedicated to delivering comprehensive disability support services to individuals in Townsville City, QLD. Understanding the unique needs of the Townsville community, the provider offers a range of essential services designed to empower participants and enhance their quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Welfare Worker
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Amplify Care
Townsville City, QLD and 4 othersAlso servesBundoora, VIC · Heidelberg, VIC · Heidelberg West, VIC · Mount Gambier, SA · National provider
Specialises in Support coordination · Respite care · Personal care
Understanding the diverse needs of NDIS participants, Amplify Care is committed to fostering independence, promoting community engagement, and enhancing the quality of life for individuals in Townsville City.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Quality Living and Support Services
Townsville City, QLD and 16 othersAlso servesAitkenvale, QLD · Ayr, QLD · Bowen, QLD · Cairns City, QLD · Cairns North, QLD · Garbutt, QLD · Ingham, QLD · Innisfail, QLD · Kirwan, QLD · Mackay, QLD · Mount Isa, QLD · Mount Isa City, QLD · +4 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Community access · SIL
Quality Living and Support Services is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to enhancing the lives of individuals in Townsville City, QLD. With a focus on person-centered care, the provider offers a comprehensive range of supports designed to empower participants and promote independence within the local community. Understanding the unique needs of residents in Townsville City, their team delivers compassionate and professional disability support.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
Tardiss Support Services
Townsville City, QLD and 2 othersAlso servesCurrajong, QLD · Hughenden, QLD
Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Transport
Tardiss Inc. They are dedicated to offering comprehensive disability support tailored to the unique needs of NDIS participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
About Townsville City, QLD
Population
2,910
Median household income
$49,088 p.a.
Local government area
Townsville (City)
Providers listed
6
Townsville City sits within the Townsville (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 providers are verified
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Providers on this page are filtered from our database of 6 daily living and life skills providers in Townsville City by NDIS registration group. We verify registration status against the NDIS Provider Register.
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About Daily Living and Life Skills in Townsville City
Development of Daily Living and Life Skills covers training and support to build participant independence. This includes cooking skills, budgeting, public transport training, personal hygiene routines, household management, and community navigation. Funded under Capacity Building, the goal is to reduce long-term support needs by building the participant's own capabilities.
Of the 6 daily living and life skills providers in Townsville City, 6 are NDIS registered and 6 have verified their listing on Carevo. Providers in this area cover 10 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.
With 6 providers in Townsville City, you have a reasonable range of options when matching participants. Compare registration status, service descriptions, and proximity before making a referral.
Daily Living and Life Skills in the Townsville Region
North Queensland's CBD. Military base influence nearby. Growing university and healthcare sectors. Tropical lifestyle.
The Strand has accessible pathways. CBD area is generally flat. Castle Hill has limited accessibility. Hot tropical climate.
Nearest Hospital
Townsville University Hospital
Local Council
Townsville City Council
Public Transport
TransLink buses, Limited services, car-dependent city
Daily Living and Life Skills Pricing in Townsville City
The following NDIS price limits apply to daily living and life skills in Townsville City under the 2025-26 NDIS Pricing Arrangements. These are maximum rates. Providers may charge less, and plan-managed or self-managed participants can negotiate different rates with unregistered providers.
| Line Item | Description | Price Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 15_037_0117_1_3 | Skill Development And Training including Public Transport Training | $70.23 per hour |
| 15_038_0117_1_3 | Training For Carers/Parents | $80.06 per hour |
Standard metropolitan rates. Remote and very remote loadings apply in eligible areas. Evening, Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday rates are higher.
What Daily Living and Life Skills Covers
The Daily Living and Life Skills registration group includes the following services. When referring, match the specific service type to the participant's plan goals and funded line items.
Independent Living Skills
Training in cooking, cleaning, laundry, budgeting, shopping, and other household management skills. The goal is building independence, not doing tasks for the participant.
Travel Training
Structured training to use public transport independently. Usually involves a graduated program from accompanied travel to monitored travel to fully independent travel.
Personal Development
Building self-advocacy skills, decision-making, problem-solving, and self-management. Particularly important for participants transitioning to more independent living.
Technology Skills
Learning to use smartphones, computers, assistive technology apps, online banking, and other digital tools that support independent living.
Common Referral Scenarios
Real-world situations where you would refer a participant for daily living and life skills in Townsville City.
A young participant is preparing to move out of the family home. Refer to a provider that offers a structured independent living skills program covering all aspects of household management, not just one or two skills.
A participant wants to use public transport to get to their day program independently. Refer to a provider with a specific travel training program that includes risk assessment, graduated training steps, and a clear endpoint.
A participant has difficulty managing their finances and regularly runs out of money before the end of the fortnight. Refer to a provider who can teach budgeting skills and set up practical systems (apps, visual budgets) the participant can maintain independently.
What to Expect After Referral
Capacity Building providers should set specific, measurable goals with clear timelines. Expect an initial assessment of current skill levels, a structured training plan, regular progress measurement, and a defined endpoint. This is not open-ended support. The NDIA expects to see skill improvement over time, so ensure the provider documents baseline and progress data you can use in plan reviews.
Red Flags to Watch For
Warning signs that a daily living and life skills provider may not be delivering quality services.
Provider doing tasks for the participant instead of teaching them
No baseline assessment or measurable goals
No evidence of skill progression over time
Open-ended engagement with no planned reduction in support
Provider unable to articulate their training methodology
No written progress reports suitable for plan reviews
How Daily Living and Life Skills Works with Other Supports
Daily Living Skills development works with Daily Personal Activities (gradually replacing hands-on support with training), Community Participation (applying life skills in real-world settings), and Employment (building job-readiness skills). When a participant is receiving both personal care and skills training, ensure different workers are not undermining each other by doing tasks the other is teaching.
How to Refer a Participant for Daily Living and Life Skills
Step 1
Check plan funding in Category 15
Step 2
Verify provider registration status
Step 3
Contact provider or submit referral
Step 4
Set up service agreement with line items
Step 5
Monitor delivery and document outcomes
Referral Tips for Daily Living and Life Skills
Life skills development should have clear, measurable goals tied to the participant's NDIS plan. When referring, ensure the provider documents baseline skills, sets time-bound targets, and provides progress evidence you can use in plan review reports. This is Capacity Building funding, so the NDIA expects to see capability improvement over time.
What to Check Before Making a Referral
Registration Status
Verify the provider holds the correct NDIS registration group for daily living and life skills. Check the NDIS provider register if uncertain.
Service Area
Confirm the provider services Townsville City and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader Townsville region.
Availability and Waitlists
Ask about current waitlist times. For urgent referrals, check multiple providers simultaneously to find the fastest availability.
Cultural and Language Needs
Match the participant's cultural background and language preferences where possible. Ask providers about staff diversity and interpreter availability.
Cancellation Policy
Review the provider's short notice cancellation terms. Under the NDIS Price Guide, providers can charge up to 100% for cancellations within 2 business days.
Reporting and Communication
Agree on how the provider will report progress to you. Regular updates make your own progress reports and plan review preparation much easier.
Queensland NDIS Regulations and Compliance
All daily living and life skills providers in Townsville City must comply with the NDIS Practice Standards and the NDIS Code of Conduct. The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission oversees provider registration, complaints, and compliance enforcement in Queensland.
As a support coordinator, you have a responsibility to refer participants to providers that meet quality and safety standards. If you observe or suspect non-compliance, report it to the NDIS Commission. Participants can also make complaints directly.