Resources for families
Autism Connect is Australia’s first national autism helpline
It provides information, advice and referrals to help autistic people, their supporters and professionals. This helpline is free, evidence-based and independent.
The friendly team offers expert advice in many areas, including:
- exploring autism and autistic identity
- assessment and diagnosis
- school and education
- the NDIS
- behaviour strategies
- referrals to services
- peer support connections
- finding autism-friendly places and events
Open from 8am to 7pm, Monday to Friday (AEST).Phone: 1300 308 699Email:
MAAC Care
MAAC CARE is a Disability Service and a registered NDIS provider.
The staff at MAAC Care takes pride in the services that we provide to people living with a physical, intellectual disabilities and people requiring a helping hand.
We offer up to 24 hour care, seven days a week and our professional and qualified staff can support families in a range of services which include, although not limited to:
Personal care; meal preparation; transport; in-home respite; companionship; sleepovers; community access; household & domestic support, home modifications big and small, and much more.
We provide services in most areas within South and East Melbourne region.
Disability specific programs for adults
Sandybeach runs a range of programs specifically designed for adults with an intellectual disability.
These programs:
- Provide opportunities for participants to be active community members
- Provide skills to assist with daily living and independence
- Support participants who have an employment or volunteer related goal
- Most importantly, provide opportunities for fun and friendship.