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Assistance Dog Support in Canberra, ACT

Assistance dog support providers in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

From $20,000-$50,000 via NDIS. 8 families in Canberra have used Carevo to find a provider.

25 minutes median response · 58% within 1 hour · 26 connections in Canberra

For assistance dog support

  • 5 providers in Canberra
  • Funded via NDIS
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1

Canberra, ACT and 1 otherAlso servesPhillip, ACT

  • Specialises in Allied Health, Assistance Animals, Equipment

Based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is an NDIS registered and aged care approved provider offering assistance dog support.

How this listing is sourced

NDIS coverage4 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance Animals · Assistive Products for Personal Care and Safety · Customised Vision Equipment · Therapeutic Supports
1800436364
2

Canberra, ACT and 1 otherAlso servesBraddon, ACT

  • Specialises in Assistance Animals, Cleaning, Home Modifications

Paysorted is an NDIS registered provider offering assistance dog support in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. Registered across 7 NDIS support categories, including Assistance Animals, transport assistance and community nursing.

How this listing is sourced

NDIS coverage7 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance Animals · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Home Modifications · Household tasks · Innovative Community Participation · Plan Management
0413169439
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Canberra, ACT and 3 othersAlso servesFlorey, ACT · Melba, ACT · Spence, ACT · Regional provider

  • Specialises in Transport

Gsn Disability Support is an NDIS registered provider offering assistance dog support in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. Families most often connect with them for transport. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. Registered across 13 NDIS support categories, including Assistance Animals, Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports and Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education.

How this listing is sourced

NDIS coverage13 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance Animals · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Assistive Products for Household Tasks · Community nursing care for high needs · Daily Personal Activities · Development of daily living and life skills · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Household tasks · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Specialised Supported Employment
0432365116
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Canberra, ACT and 3 othersAlso servesStirling, ACT · Turner, ACT · Whitlam, ACT

  • Specialises in Assistance Animals, Cleaning, Employment Support

Based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Carmel Disability Care is an NDIS registered provider offering assistance dog support. Registered across 13 NDIS support categories, including Assistance Animals, Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports and Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education.

How this listing is sourced

NDIS coverage13 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance Animals · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Daily Personal Activities · Development of daily living and life skills · Group and Centre Based Activities · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Household tasks · Innovative Community Participation · Participation in community/social and civic activities
0425160046
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Canberra, ACT and 1 otherAlso servesTaylor, ACT

  • Specialises in Assistance Animals, Cleaning, Early Childhood Intervention

Serenity Care Services Australia works across 14 NDIS support categories in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.

How this listing is sourced

NDIS coverage14 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance Animals · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Daily Personal Activities · Development of daily living and life skills · Early Childhood Supports · Group and Centre Based Activities · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Household tasks · Innovative Community Participation · Participation in community/social and civic activities
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About Assistance Dog Support in Canberra

This guide compares the top assistance dog support providers in Canberra. We rank providers based on their verification status, NDIS registration, and the range of services they offer. There are currently 5 assistance dog support providers serving Canberra.

How we rank providers

Rankings in Canberra 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 are registered with the NDIS for Assistance Animals, or offer assistance animals. Generalist providers who only mention this service in passing are excluded, so the list reflects genuine, demonstrated 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.
  • 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 Canberra 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.

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

About Canberra

Population 65+

12,400 (10.2%)

State avg 13.8%

NDIS participants

2,800

Active support recipients

Aged Care beds

412

Residential care capacity

Home Care Packages

689 active

In-home support

Average wait time

2-4 weeks

State avg 3-5 weeks

Nearest hospital

Canberra Hospital

3.8km away

GP clinics

48

Within 5km

Public transport

Light rail and ACTION bus services throughout Canberra.

Pharmacies

Chemist Warehouse Civic • Priceline Pharmacy Canberra Centre

Community support

COTA ACT • Carers ACT

Highly educated population. Public service influence. Growing retiree population from government careers.

Purpose-built city with good accessibility. Light rail is fully accessible. Car-dependent outer suburbs.

Postcode: 2600
Data: ABS Census 2021, MyAgedCare, NDIS Public Data

Assistance Dog Support at a glance

Funding
NDIS Assistive Technology, NDIS Capacity Building, Charitable funding, Private
Availability
Waitlist typically 12-24 months
Wait time
12-24 months from application to placement
Cost
$20,000-$50,000+
Hours
By appointment for assessment
Median response
25 minutes

How Much Does Assistance Dog Support Cost in Canberra?

Assistance Dog Support in Canberra typically costs $20,000-$50,000+ (training and placement), $3,000-$5,000/year ongoing. Rates vary depending on the provider, time of day, and complexity of support required. Weekend, evening, and public holiday rates are generally higher.

Common funding options: NDIS Assistive Technology, NDIS Capacity Building, Charitable funding, Private.

Source: NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2025-26

How to Pay for Assistance Dog Support in Canberra

Assistance Dog Support in Canberra can be funded through NDIS Assistive Technology, NDIS Capacity Building, Charitable funding, Private. Many providers also accept private payment. Your funding type affects which providers you can access and how services are invoiced. If you have an NDIS plan, check that your plan includes the relevant support category. For aged care packages, your package coordinator can help arrange services.

What Assistance Dog Support Is Like in Canberra

Finding assistance dog support in Canberra starts with understanding your needs and matching them to the right provider. Carevo connects you with vetted providers who service Canberra and surrounding areas. Once connected, providers will typically arrange an initial consultation to discuss your support requirements, scheduling preferences, and any specific needs.

Care Services Available in Canberra

Provider counts by service type in Canberra

Based on 6 actual requests from participants and families in Canberra on Carevo.

    1 Therapy
    2 reqs.
    2 Home modifications
    2 reqs.
    3 Allied health
    1 req.
    4 Equipment hire
    1 req.

Real care requests submitted by people in Canberra through Carevo. Updated each build from inquiry records.

Australian Capital Territory Regulations & Compliance

In the Australian Capital Territory, NDIS providers must be registered with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission and comply with the NDIS Practice Standards. Aged care services operate under the Aged Care Quality Standards. The ACT requires NDIS worker screening through Access Canberra, and providers must comply with both federal and territory-level regulations.

NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission

Phone: 1800 035 544

Website: ndiscommission.gov.au

Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission

Phone: 1800 951 822

Website: agedcarequality.gov.au

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly do providers respond to enquiries in Canberra?

Based on 26 real provider connections on Carevo in Canberra, providers respond with a median of 25 minutes. 58% of enquiries are connected with a provider within 1 hour, and 73% within 24 hours.

How many assistance dog support providers are in Canberra?

There are currently 5 assistance dog support providers serving Canberra listed on Carevo.

How much does assistance dog support cost in Canberra?

Assistance Dog Support in Canberra typically costs $20,000-$50,000+ (training and placement), $3,000-$5,000/year ongoing. Rates depend on the provider and the type of support required.

How do I choose a assistance dog support provider in Canberra?

Look for providers who are NDIS registered, have experience with your specific needs, and service Canberra. Use our directory to compare providers, check their verification status, and view their service offerings.

Can I choose my own assistance dog support provider in Canberra?

Yes. Carevo lists 5 assistance dog support providers serving Canberra, and you are free to choose the one that best fits your needs. You can compare providers by their services, verification status, and coverage area before making a decision.

What qualifications should assistance dog support providers in Canberra have?

Providers should hold relevant industry qualifications, current police checks, and appropriate insurance. NDIS-funded services require providers to meet the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators. Always confirm a provider's credentials before engaging their services.

What happens if I'm not happy with my assistance dog support provider in Canberra?

You have the right to change your assistance dog support provider at any time. If you are unhappy with the service in Canberra, contact the provider directly to raise your concerns. If the issue is not resolved, you can switch to another provider on Carevo or lodge a complaint with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.

Is assistance dog support available on weekends in Canberra?

Many assistance dog support providers in Canberra offer weekend and after-hours support. Weekend services may attract higher rates under NDIS pricing arrangements. Contact providers directly through Carevo to confirm their weekend availability.

How do I know if a assistance dog support provider in Canberra is NDIS registered?

You can verify a provider's NDIS registration on the NDIS Commission's public register at ndiscommission.gov.au. Providers listed on Carevo display their registration and verification status on their profile. If you are plan-managed or self-managed, you can also use non-registered providers for some services.

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