DS Network
A community-built directory of doctors, therapists, products, and families, recommended by parents in our T21 community.
What is the NDIS?
The NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) is Australia's national scheme that provides funding for people with disability to access the supports they need to live more independently and improve their quality of life. Depending on what's included in a person's plan, this funding can help pay for therapists, support workers, equipment, and other essential services.
🩺 Therapists / Allied Health
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Helps a person gain more independence in daily life — from dressing and bathing to recommending equipment, home modifications, and assistive technology.
Physiotherapist
Helps improve movement, strength, balance, and posture through hands-on treatment and personalised exercise programs. This can include neurological physiotherapy (e.g. cerebral palsy, stroke), musculoskeletal physiotherapy (muscle and joint issues), paediatric physiotherapy (supporting children's motor development), hydrotherapy (exercises in warm water), and respiratory physiotherapy (supporting breathing).
Speech Pathologist
Supports communication (speech, language) as well as swallowing/eating difficulties (dysphagia).
Psychologist
Supports emotional health, behaviour, and psychosocial wellbeing.
Music Therapist
Uses music in a structured way to support communication, emotional regulation, and social skills.
Exercise Physiologist
Creates personalised exercise programs to improve strength, mobility, and overall health — can also run hydrotherapy sessions.
Dietitian / Nutritionist
Supports nutrition and dietary needs related to disability.
Audiologist
Assesses and supports hearing issues that affect communication or safety.
Optometrist / Vision Specialist
Assesses how vision impacts learning, mobility, and daily activities.
🧩 Behavioural & Psychosocial Support
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Specialist
Develops strategies to support challenging behaviours in a positive, respectful way.
Psychosocial Recovery Coach
Supports people with psychosocial disability (related to mental health) in their recovery and independence journey.
Allied Health Assistants
Work under the supervision of a qualified professional (e.g. a physiotherapist), helping put the therapy plan into practice day to day.
💉 Clinical Health Care
Registered Nurse
Needed for high-complexity health care, such as tracheostomy management or complex wound care.
🤝 Coordination & Social Support
Support Coordinator
Helps a person understand and organise their NDIS plan, connecting them with the right services.
Social Worker
Supports social, emotional, and practical day-to-day needs, connecting families with community resources.
🏠 Direct Support Workers
Support Worker
Assists with daily activities — from personal care to participating in the community.
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