Refer participants to daily living and life skills in Brisbane City, QLD
Development of Daily Living and Life Skills covers training and support to build participant independence.
Refer to daily living and life skills
- 47 registered providers in Brisbane City
- Category 15: Improved Daily Living Skills
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Heart For Care Disability Services
Brisbane City, QLD and 53 othersAlso servesAlderley, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Avoca, QLD · Banks Creek, QLD · Beenleigh, QLD · Benowa, QLD · Browns Plains, QLD · Bundaberg West, QLD · Bunya, QLD · Burpengary, QLD · Caboolture South, QLD · Caloundra West, QLD · +41 more
Specialises in Personal care · Social support · Support coordination
Understanding the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a wide range of assistance designed to foster independence, community participation, and overall well-being within the Brisbane City community.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Diversity Community Services
Brisbane City, QLD and 14 othersAlso servesAlbany Creek, QLD · Alderley, QLD · Benowa, QLD · Browns Plains, QLD · Burpengary, QLD · Glass House Mountains, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Logan Reserve, QLD · Morayfield, QLD · Redcliffe, QLD · Springfield Lakes, QLD · Toowoomba City, QLD · +2 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation
Understanding the unique needs of individuals within this vibrant urban centre, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life. As a key NDIS provider in Brisbane City, they strive to empower participants through person-centred care.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Gardener
ProCare Solution
Brisbane City, QLD and 9 othersAlso servesCaboolture, QLD · Caloundra, QLD · Glass House Mountains, QLD · Inala, QLD · Margate, QLD · Maroochydore, QLD · Morayfield, QLD · North Lakes, QLD · Redcliffe, QLD
Specialises in Personal care · Nursing · Therapy
Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in urban environments, the team at ProCare Solution is committed to fostering independence, promoting community inclusion, and enhancing the overall quality of life for participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Maweja Super Care Pty Ltd
Brisbane City, QLD and 33 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Bundamba, QLD · Collingwood Park, QLD · Durack, QLD · Forest Lake, QLD · Fortitude Valley, QLD · Gatton, QLD · Goodna, QLD · Hamilton, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Inala, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · +21 more
Specialises in Personal care · Transport · Domestic assistance
Maweja Super Care Pty Ltd is a leading registered NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services throughout Brisbane City, QLD. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in urban environments, the provider focuses on fostering independence, community participation, and overall well-being for all clients within Brisbane City.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Tautua Support Services
Brisbane City, QLD and 13 othersAlso servesBrowns Plains, QLD · Cranbourne, VIC · Dandenong, VIC · Forestdale, QLD · Greenbank, QLD · Hillcrest, QLD · Loganholme, QLD · Loganlea, QLD · Marsden, QLD · Narre Warren, VIC · Noble Park, VIC · Park Ridge, QLD · +1 more
Specialises in Plan management · Personal care · Social support
Tautua Support Services is a dedicated NDIS provider offering a wide range of disability support services tailored to the vibrant community of Brisbane City, QLD. With a commitment to empowering individuals, the provider focuses on delivering person-centered care designed to enhance independence and quality of life for NDIS participants in the heart of the city.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Connect Coordination QLD
Brisbane City, QLD and 4 othersAlso servesIpswich, QLD · North Lakes, QLD · The Gap, QLD · Townsville City, QLD
Specialises in Personal care · Supported independent living · Social support
42 Dillon Rd, The Gap is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Brisbane City and its surrounding communities. As a registered NDIS provider, they focus on empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life within the vibrant Brisbane City region.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Welfare Worker
Serenity Community Care
Brisbane City, QLD and 9 othersAlso servesBurpengary, QLD · Glass House Mountains, QLD · Holland Park, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Logan Village, QLD · Loganlea, QLD · Mount Gravatt, QLD · Runcorn, QLD · Tarragindi, QLD
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation
Serenity Main Office is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services throughout Brisbane City, QLD. Understanding the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a wide array of NDIS-funded supports designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life for residents in Brisbane City.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Gardener
Diverse With Dignity Pty Ltd
Brisbane City, QLD and 16 othersAlso servesAcacia Ridge, QLD · Alderley, QLD · Beaudesert, QLD · Browns Plains, QLD · Coopers Plains, QLD · Forest Lake, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Inala, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · Logan Central, QLD · Moorooka, QLD · Ripley, QLD · +4 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation
Diverse With Dignity Pty Ltd is a leading NDIS provider dedicated to offering comprehensive disability support services across Brisbane City. Understanding the unique needs of participants, the provider focuses on empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives with dignity and independence. As a registered NDIS provider, Diverse With Dignity Pty Ltd is committed to delivering high-quality care tailored to each client's goals.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Diversey Care
Brisbane City, QLD and 3 othersAlso servesEight Mile Plains, QLD · Glen Waverley, VIC · Melbourne, VIC
Specialises in Therapy
Diversey Care proudly extends its comprehensive NDIS support services to the vibrant community of Brisbane City, QLD. They understand the unique needs of the Brisbane City community and tailor their services to ensure participants receive the highest quality of care and support.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Bluetree Care Pty Ltd
Brisbane City, QLD and 39 othersAlso servesAlbany Creek, QLD · Alderley, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Beenleigh, QLD · Benowa, QLD · Bundaberg West, QLD · Caboolture South, QLD · Caloundra, QLD · Cleveland, QLD · Clinton, QLD · Collingwood Park, QLD · Coolum Beach, QLD · +27 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Respite care
Bluetree Care Pty Ltd is a leading registered NDIS provider delivering comprehensive disability support services throughout Brisbane City, QLD. Understanding the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a person-centred approach to care, empowering participants to live fulfilling lives within their community. Their commitment extends to ensuring accessible and high-quality support for all NDIS participants residing in the vibrant heart of Brisbane.
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About Brisbane City, QLD
Population
9,460
Median household income
$36,816 p.a.
Local government area
Brisbane (City)
Providers listed
47
Brisbane City sits within the Brisbane (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
When you refer a participant through MD Home Care, you are referring to a provider cross-checked against the official Australian registers. Here is what is verified before a provider appears in the directory.
NDIS register cross-check
Every NDIS-registered provider listed is verified against the NDIS Commission register. Registration numbers and approved support groups are pulled from the official register, not self-declared.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval status
Aged care approved status reflects the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care approved provider list, including service types and category groups.
Source: Department of Health and Aged CareABN verification
Every listing includes an Australian Business Number. Providers without a valid, active ABN do not appear in our directory.
Source: Australian Business RegisterComplaints process
If you or a participant has a concern, the NDIS Commission handles complaints about NDIS providers and the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission handles aged care complaints. We also accept complaints via our own channel.
Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care CommissionHow we select and rank these providers
Providers on this page are filtered from our database of 47 daily living and life skills providers in Brisbane City by NDIS registration group. We verify registration status against the NDIS Provider Register.
Ranking factors include: NDIS registration status, profile completeness, engagement with the platform (claimed listings rank higher), and subscription tier. Listings rotate daily to give all providers fair visibility. We do not accept payment for higher rankings.
Provider data is sourced from the NDIS Provider Register and updated regularly. If you notice incorrect information, contact us and we will investigate.
About Daily Living and Life Skills in Brisbane 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 47 daily living and life skills providers in Brisbane City, 10 are NDIS registered and 10 have verified their listing on MD Home Care. Providers in this area cover 16 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.
With 47 providers in Brisbane 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 Pricing in Brisbane City
The following NDIS price limits apply to daily living and life skills in Brisbane 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane City and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader Brisbane South & Logan 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 Brisbane 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.