A referral partner you can trust to show up.
Fast intake. Clear communication. Evidence-based services across allied health, employment, advocacy, and daily living. We acknowledge every referral within 1–2 business days and keep referrers updated throughout - with the client’s consent. You do not need to know which service is right. Just tell us what is happening and our intake team will do the rest.
Fast intake, 1-2 days
We get you started quickly. Most referrals processed within 1-2 business days.
Needs-led, not funding-led
We identify what you need first, then find the right funding to support it.
Everything under one roof
Allied health, employment support, advocacy, and NDIS services in one place.
Clear communication with consent
We keep you informed every step. You control what information we share.
Flexible funding options
NDIS, Medicare, GTO, or private. We work with your funding situation.
Warm handover support
We don't just refer you on. We support the transition to your next step.
Five service areas. One referral pathway in.
We accept referrals across five service areas. You don't need to know exactly which service fits - just tell us what the person needs and our intake team will identify the right match.
Advocacy & Outreach
Referrals accepted for AAF (Ability Advocates Foundation) - a separate legal entity from Ability Advocates Australia. AAF is a registered charity. It is NOT a registered NDIS provider and does not receive NDIS funding. Advocacy services are free to all people with disability. AAF advocates across: - NDIS Access Support - pre-NDIS assistance only - System Navigation & Service Linkages - Human Rights Advocacy - health, education, justice, housing, social services, and disability rights - General Advocacy - discrimination, safety concerns No NDIS plan required. Free through the Ability Advocates Foundation. Separate AAF intake form required.
Therapy & Allied Health
Referrals accepted for: - Psychology Therapy Sessions - Diagnostic Assessments - Autism, ADHD, trauma - Psychology Reports - NDIS access, planning, court, school, employment - OT Reports - Functional Capacity, Home Modifications, Assistive Technology - OT Sessions - home, school, clinic, and community Funding accepted: NDIS, Medicare (GP referral required), Private Health, Private/Self-funded.
Employment & Career Services
Referrals accepted for: - School Leaver Employment Services (SLES / AbilityNEXT) - NDIS Find and Keep a Job / Capacity Building - Employment Pathways & Training - job coaching, accredited training, career planning - Career Transition & Outplacement - Paid Traineeships via our registered GTO Funding accepted: NDIS, Smart & Skilled, Fee Free Training, Workforce Australia, Private.
Home & Community Support
Referrals accepted for: - Personal Care & Domestic Assistance - Meal Preparation & Shopping - Community Participation & Social Activities - Skill Development - cooking, budgeting, managing relationships, community navigation Funding accepted: NDIS (Core Supports), My Aged Care, Private/Self-funded.
Support for Families & Carers
Referrals accepted for: - Carer Resilience Program - Sibling Tribe - peer community for siblings of people with disability - Family Advocacy - Carer Workshops - VoiceAbility - NDIA-funded self-advocacy and empowerment program Open to families and carers with or without NDIS funding.
Submit a referral
Complete the form below. Select the referral pathway that best fits and tell us as much as you can about the person and their situation. Our intake team will review and respond within 1–2 business days.
Prefer to talk? Call our intake team directly.
Our intake team is available to discuss a referral, confirm the right pathway, or facilitate a warm handover. Call 1300 028 928 or email info@abilityadvocates.com.au. We respond within 1–2 business days.
What happens after you refer?
Step 1 - Submit your referral Complete the form above or call 1300 028 928. You can refer yourself, a family member, or a client you support. You don't need to know exactly which service - just tell us what's happening. Step 2 - We review within 1–2 business days Our intake team reviews every referral. We'll confirm receipt and reach out if we need more information. Step 3 - Intake conversation We contact the person being referred (or their carer/guardian) to understand their needs, goals, and funding situation. We start with what they need - not what their plan says. Step 4 - Service match and commencement We identify the right pathway, confirm funding, and provide a Service Agreement or Letter of Engagement. Most clients begin their first appointment within 1–4 weeks. Step 5 - Ongoing communication With consent, we keep referrers updated and remain available to coordinate with support coordinators, GPs, and allied health professionals. --- Who can refer? Anyone - individuals, family members, GPs, hospitals, allied health professionals, support coordinators, plan managers, schools, Workforce Australia providers, and employers. Consent Where possible, please obtain the person's consent before referring. In urgent situations, contact us directly. Confidential enquiries: 1300 028 928 | info@abilityadvocates.com.au