Refer participants to daily personal activities in Footscray, VIC
Daily Personal Activities covers hands-on support with personal care, daily routines, and independent living.
Refer to daily personal activities
- 60 registered providers in Footscray
- Category 1: Assistance with Daily Life (Includes SIL)
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Clover Leaf Sanctuary Pty Ltd
Footscray, 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
Clover Leaf Sanctuary Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider offering a wide range of disability support services tailored for the Footscray community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider focuses on delivering person-centred care that fosters independence, inclusion, and overall well-being within Footscray. Their commitment extends to ensuring participants can access essential NDIS funded supports that align with their goals and aspirations.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Carers Quality Community Services
Footscray, 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 · Frankston, VIC · Geelong, VIC · +8 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Therapy
With a deep understanding of the unique needs of the Footscray community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of disability support services designed to enhance independence and quality of life. Their commitment extends to ensuring all participants receive person-centred care tailored to their specific goals and aspirations.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Safe Heaven Care
Footscray, 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 · Geelong, VIC · Hawthorn East, VIC · Heathmont, VIC · Kensington, VIC · +12 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Household tasks
Safe Heaven Care is a leading NDIS provider dedicated to delivering exceptional disability support services throughout Footscray, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of individuals in the Footscray community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance quality of life, and promote active participation in the community.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Easy Care Support Services
Footscray, VIC and 8 othersAlso servesBentleigh East, VIC · Coburg North, VIC · Collingwood, VIC · Doncaster East, VIC · Frankston, VIC · Kensington, VIC · Ringwood, VIC · Taylors Lakes, VIC
Specialises in Personal care · Support coordination
Easy Care Support Services is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities in Footscray, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the vibrant Footscray community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of disability support services designed to foster independence, promote community engagement, and ensure a high quality of life for all participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
FBA Care
Footscray, VIC and 9 othersAlso servesBrunswick, VIC · Coburg, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Preston, VIC · Reservoir, VIC · Sunshine West, VIC · Tarneit, VIC · Tottenham, VIC · West Footscray, VIC
Specialises in Domestic assistance · Gardening · Personal care
Understanding the unique needs of the Footscray community, FBA Care focuses on delivering person-centred care that fosters independence and enhances the quality of life for NDIS participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Approved Aged Care provider (Department of Health)
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Social Worker
Sunflower Community Care Pty Ltd
Footscray, VIC and 4 othersAlso servesBrunswick, VIC · Coburg, VIC · Doncaster East, VIC · Wyndham Vale, VIC
Specialises in Support coordination · Personal care
With a deep understanding of the local community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of NDIS-funded supports designed to enhance the independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Jim's Mowing (Bell Post Hill)
Footscray, VIC and 18 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Ballarat Central, VIC · Collingwood, VIC · Diamond Creek, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Hawthorn East, VIC · Heathmont, VIC · Kangaroo Flat, VIC · Kensington, VIC · Knoxfield, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Melton, VIC · +6 more
Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Nursing
Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of NDIS services designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life. Their presence in Footscray ensures accessible and reliable support for participants within the local community.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Mayom Family
Footscray, VIC and 11 othersAlso servesCollingwood, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · Diamond Creek, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Kurunjang, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Melton, VIC · Melton South, VIC · St Albans, VIC · Sunshine, VIC · Tarneit, VIC
Specialises in Therapy · Personal care · Domestic assistance
Mayom Family is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the vibrant community of Footscray, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, Mayom Family offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance quality of life, and promote community participation right here in Footscray.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
HEALTH STEPS
Footscray, VIC and 27 othersAlso servesBlackburn, VIC · Blacktown, NSW · Brighton, VIC · Burwood, VIC · Cheltenham, VIC · Clayton, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · Dandenong, VIC · Dingley Village, VIC · Endeavour Hills, VIC · Frankston, VIC · Glen Waverley, VIC · +15 more
Specialises in Nursing · Personal care
HEALTH STEPS is a leading NDIS provider dedicated to delivering exceptional disability support services across Footscray, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the Footscray community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance independence and improve quality of life for NDIS participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Registered Nurse
Lavender Healthcare Pty Ltd
Footscray, VIC
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation
With a commitment to enhancing the lives of NDIS participants, they offer a comprehensive range of specialized NDIS services.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
About Footscray, VIC
Population
16,345
Median household income
$32,396 p.a.
Local government area
Maribyrnong (City)
Providers listed
60
Footscray sits within the Maribyrnong (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
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Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care CommissionHow we select and rank these providers
Providers on this page are filtered from our database of 60 daily personal activities providers in Footscray 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.
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About Daily Personal Activities in Footscray
Daily Personal Activities covers hands-on support with personal care, daily routines, and independent living. This includes assistance with showering, dressing, meal preparation, medication prompting, and other activities of daily living. Providers must hold Daily Personal Activities registration to deliver these supports to agency-managed participants.
Of the 60 daily personal activities providers in Footscray, 10 are NDIS registered and 10 have verified their listing on MD Home Care. Providers in this area cover 19 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.
With 60 providers in Footscray, you have a reasonable range of options when matching participants. Compare registration status, service descriptions, and proximity before making a referral.
Daily Personal Activities Pricing in Footscray
The following NDIS price limits apply to daily personal activities in Footscray 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01_011_0107_1_1 | Assistance With Self-Care Activities - Standard - Weekday Daytime | $70.23 per hour |
| 01_015_0107_1_1 | Assistance With Self-Care Activities - Standard - Weekday Evening | $77.38 per hour |
| 01_013_0107_1_1 | Assistance With Self-Care Activities - Standard - Saturday | $98.83 per hour |
| 01_004_0107_1_1 | Assistance with Personal Domestic Activities | $59.06 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 Personal Activities Covers
The Daily Personal Activities registration group includes the following services. When referring, match the specific service type to the participant's plan goals and funded line items.
Personal Care Support
Assistance with showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other personal hygiene tasks. The most common form of daily personal support. Workers need appropriate training in manual handling and personal care techniques.
Meal Preparation
Preparing meals according to dietary requirements, assisting with eating, managing food safety. Can include teaching meal preparation skills if funded under Capacity Building.
Medication Prompting
Reminding and assisting participants to take medication as prescribed. Note: support workers cannot administer medication unless specifically trained and authorised. For medication administration, refer to community nursing.
Morning and Evening Routines
Structured support to establish and maintain daily routines. Particularly important for participants with cognitive or psychosocial disabilities who benefit from consistency and structure.
Domestic Assistance
Light housework, laundry, and basic home maintenance tasks that the participant cannot do due to their disability. Often combined with personal care in the same shift to maximise efficiency.
Common Referral Scenarios
Real-world situations where you would refer a participant for daily personal activities in Footscray.
A participant needs daily morning support (shower, dressing, breakfast) from 7-9am, five days a week. Look for providers with strong rosters who can guarantee the same worker or a small team for consistency.
A participant with complex personal care needs (PEG feeding, catheter care) requires workers with specific clinical training. Check whether the provider holds both Daily Personal Activities AND High Intensity registration.
A participant transitioning from hospital to home needs temporary increased personal care hours while they build independence. Set a clear review date in the service agreement to step down hours as capacity improves.
A participant with psychosocial disability needs flexible support that can vary week to week depending on their mental health. Find a provider comfortable with variable rosters rather than fixed weekly schedules.
What to Expect After Referral
Most personal care providers conduct an initial home visit to assess the participant's needs, home environment, and any risks. They then develop a support plan matching the participant's preferences (gender of worker, cultural background, shift times). Expect 1-2 weeks to get a regular roster established. Good providers offer a meet-and-greet with the assigned worker before services begin.
Red Flags to Watch For
Warning signs that a daily personal activities provider may not be delivering quality services.
Frequent worker changes without explanation or participant consultation
Workers consistently arriving late or leaving early
Provider unable to fill shifts, leaving the participant without support
No incident reporting process for falls, injuries, or medication errors
Provider not adjusting support plans as the participant's needs change
Charging for full shifts when workers arrive late or leave early
How Daily Personal Activities Works with Other Supports
Daily Personal Activities often works alongside Community Participation (combining personal care with community access in the same shift), Household Tasks (bundled in the same visit), and Community Nursing (for clinical tasks the support worker cannot perform). When personal care hours are high, consider whether SIL might be more appropriate and cost-effective.
How to Refer a Participant for Daily Personal Activities
Step 1
Check plan funding in Category 1
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 Personal Activities
Before referring, confirm the participant's Core Supports budget has sufficient funds for the hours needed. Request a service agreement that specifies shift times, cancellation terms, and worker consistency requirements. For participants with complex personal care needs, check whether the provider also holds High Intensity Daily Personal Activities registration.
What to Check Before Making a Referral
Registration Status
Verify the provider holds the correct NDIS registration group for daily personal activities. Check the NDIS provider register if uncertain.
Service Area
Confirm the provider services Footscray and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader Western 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 personal activities providers in Footscray 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.