Disability Support

We provide counselling and support services for anyone living with a disability; their families, friends and carers; and those working in the disability service profession. Our counsellors can help you to identify and talk about your feelings in a safe space.

Our disability support services were designed to support those impacted by the current Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disabilities. As the Royal Commission progresses it may bring up some strong feelings – we are here to provide ongoing support. We can also help you to tell your story to the Royal Commission if you wish to do so.

Support services are free, independent and confidential.

Our multi-disciplinary team work collaboratively and offer:

information and support about the Disability Royal Commission
trauma-informed counselling, including strategies to manage the impacts of trauma
assistance to coordinate access to other services including legal advice, advocacy, financial support, housing services and additional mental health services.

Cost

This is a free service thanks to the Commonwealth Government.

If you find it difficult to hear or to speak, you can contact us through the National Relay Service (NRS). Please call 133-677

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Young Carers Connect

Online support forum for young people caring for family or friends who have a disability, mental illness, chronic condition, an alcohol or drug dependency, or are frail aged.

Counselling

A safe and supportive environment to talk about challenges you may be experiencing and explore strategies to improve your wellbeing, intimate relationship or family relationships.

Phone 1300 364 277

We are not a crisis service
If you are in crisis call Lifeline 13 11 14
If you are in immediate danger call 000

Relationships Australia Canberra & Region Incorporated is accredited by Quality Innovation Performance (QIP) against the QIC Health and Community Services Standards 7th Ed.

If you find it difficult to hear or to speak, you can contact us through the National Relay Service (NRS). Please call 133-677

If you require support in another language, you can use the Translating Interpreting Service (TIS) free of charge by calling us and asking for an interpreter or calling TIS on 131 450 and asking to be connected to us on 1800 364 277

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Relationships Australia Canberra & Region Incorporated is accredited by Quality Innovation Performance (QIP) against the QIC Health and Community Services Standards 7th Ed.

In the spirit of reconciliation, Relationships Australia Canberra & Region acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We extend our respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples visiting this website.

Disability Support

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