Refer participants to daily living and life skills in Melbourne, VIC
Development of Daily Living and Life Skills covers training and support to build participant independence.
Refer to daily living and life skills
- 238 registered providers in Melbourne
- Category 15: Improved Daily Living Skills
- Free, no obligation
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Best Daily Living And Life Skills providers near me
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Clover Leaf Sanctuary Pty Ltd
Melbourne, VIC and 63 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Albion, VIC · Altona North, VIC · Ardeer, VIC · Ascot Vale, VIC · Bentleigh East, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Brooklyn, VIC · Brunswick, VIC · Bundoora, VIC · Burnside, VIC · Cairnlea, VIC · +51 more
Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Domestic assistance
Their commitment extends to delivering person-centred care that respects individual choices and promotes community inclusion.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Carers Quality Community Services
Melbourne, VIC and 20 othersAlso servesBallarat North, VIC · Bendigo, VIC · Bentleigh East, VIC · Berwick, VIC · Clayton, VIC · Clyde North, VIC · Coburg North, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · Cranbourne West, VIC · Diamond Creek, VIC · Footscray, VIC · Frankston, VIC · +8 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Therapy
Understanding the unique needs of individuals in this vibrant city, the provider offers a comprehensive range of supports designed to enhance independence and community participation for NDIS participants living in Melbourne.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Safe Heaven Care
Melbourne, VIC and 24 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Altona Meadows, VIC · Ballarat Central, VIC · Ballarat North, VIC · Bendigo, VIC · Bentleigh East, VIC · Boronia, VIC · Diamond Creek, VIC · Footscray, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Hawthorn East, VIC · Heathmont, VIC · +12 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Household tasks
Safe Heaven Care is a leading NDIS provider dedicated to offering comprehensive disability support services throughout Melbourne. As a registered NDIS provider, the team is committed to empowering participants in Melbourne to live fulfilling lives by providing person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs and goals.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Regional Workforce Nursing Agency
Melbourne, VIC and 5 othersAlso servesCobram, VIC · Kyabram, VIC · Rochester, VIC · Rushworth, VIC · Tongala, VIC
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Regional Workforce Nursing Agency is a leading NDIS provider delivering comprehensive disability support services to the vibrant community of Melbourne, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, the agency is committed to empowering participants across Melbourne to live fulfilling and independent lives. With a focus on person-centred care, Regional Workforce Nursing Agency ensures that all support is tailored to the specific goals and aspirations of each client.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
GROWTH AND DIVERSITY DISABILITY SERVICES
Melbourne, VIC and 3 othersAlso servesMelton, VIC · Melton South, VIC · Sunshine North, VIC
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Therapy
GROWTH AND DIVERSITY DISABILITY SERVICES is a leading registered NDIS provider offering comprehensive disability support services across Melbourne, VIC. They are committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives within the vibrant Melbourne community.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Developmental Educators, Disability Support Worker
Nation Care Pty Ltd
Melbourne, VIC and 6 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Ballarat North, VIC · Braybrook, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Melbourne Airport, VIC · Sydney, NSW
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Understanding the unique needs of the vibrant Melbourne community, the provider offers a wide array of supports designed to enhance independence and foster community participation for individuals with disabilities.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
First Melbourne Care
Melbourne, VIC and 24 othersAlso servesAltona, VIC · Bacchus Marsh, VIC · Ballarat North, VIC · Berwick, VIC · Brighton, VIC · Caroline Springs, VIC · Diamond Creek, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Hoppers Crossing, VIC · Laverton, VIC · Melbourne Airport, VIC · Melton, VIC · +12 more
Specialises in Personal care · Cleaning · Domestic assistance
FIRST MELBOURNE CARE PTY LTD is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services throughout Melbourne, VIC. As a registered NDIS provider, they understand the unique needs of participants and strive to offer person-centred care that empowers individuals to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Gardener
Lindacare
Melbourne, VIC and 61 othersAlso servesAlexander Heights, WA · Armadale, WA · Aveley, WA · Balga, WA · Ballajura, WA · Baskerville, WA · Bassendean, WA · Bayswater, WA · Beckenham, WA · Bedford, WA · Beechboro, WA · Booragoon, WA · +49 more
Specialises in Therapy · Occupational therapy · Allied health
They are committed to delivering high-quality disability support services tailored to the unique needs of each participant.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Maweja Super Care Pty Ltd
Melbourne, VIC and 33 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Brisbane City, QLD · Bundamba, QLD · Collingwood Park, QLD · Durack, QLD · Forest Lake, QLD · Fortitude Valley, QLD · Gatton, QLD · Goodna, QLD · Hamilton, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Inala, QLD · +21 more
Specialises in Personal care · Transport · Domestic assistance
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Maximumm Care And Co. Pty Ltd
Melbourne, VIC and 1 otherAlso servesLalor, VIC
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Therapy
Maximumm Care And Co. Pty Ltd is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to delivering exceptional disability support services across Melbourne, VIC. With a deep understanding of the diverse needs within the community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to empower individuals and enhance their quality of life. Their commitment extends to ensuring participants in Melbourne receive personalised care that respects their independence and aspirations.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
About Melbourne, VIC
Population
47,285
Median household income
$27,664 p.a.
Local government area
Melbourne (City)
Providers listed
238
Melbourne sits within the Melbourne (City) local government area in VIC. 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 238 daily living and life skills providers in Melbourne 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 Melbourne
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 238 daily living and life skills providers in Melbourne, 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 238 providers in Melbourne, 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 Inner Melbourne Region
Australia's most multicultural city. Diverse international communities including Greek, Italian, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Indian.
Flat CBD grid with excellent tram accessibility. Free City Circle tram. Most buildings have lift access.
Nearest Hospital
Royal Melbourne Hospital
Local Council
City of Melbourne
Public Transport
Free Tram Zone, All Metro train lines via Flinders/Southern Cross, Multiple bus routes
Daily Living and Life Skills Pricing in Melbourne
The following NDIS price limits apply to daily living and life skills in Melbourne 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 Melbourne.
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 Melbourne and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader Inner Melbourne 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.
Victoria NDIS Regulations and Compliance
All daily living and life skills providers in Melbourne 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 Victoria.
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.