Supporting NDIS participants with social, emotional and practical wellbeing.
At Tender Loving Care Disability Services, our qualified Social Workers deliver evidence-based, person-centred NDIS social work services across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.
We help participants navigate challenges, build capacity and enhance their quality of life through tailored support designed to meet their individual needs and NDIS goals.
Our team assists individuals and families to manage the social, emotional and practical impacts of disability or major life transitions. This includes advocacy, skill development, and connecting participants with community and mainstream services that promote independence and wellbeing.
NDIS Social Work Services We Offer
Our NDIS social workers provide a wide range of therapeutic and capacity-building supports, including:
- Emotional and social support related to disability or life transitions
- Assistance with goal setting, problem-solving and daily living skills
- Advocacy and liaison with service providers and government agencies
- Support to access housing, health, education and employment services
- Building confidence and participation in community life
- Guidance with decision-making and navigating complex systems
These supports are available in person or via telehealth for participants living in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and nearby regions.
NDIS Services We Offer
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) funds people with disabilities to access necessary support services, including our Behavior Support Services.
We offer a range of NDIS-funded services, including:
- Behavioural assessments and interventions
- Development of Behaviour Support Plans
- Training for carers and support staff
- Crisis intervention and support
- Ongoing monitoring and review of progress
By accessing our services through the NDIS, participants can achieve their goals, such as increased independence, improved social interactions, and enhanced community involvement.
Conditions We Support
Our NDIS Social Workers assist participants across NSW, QLD and VIC with a wide range of needs and conditions, including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Intellectual Disability
- Psychosocial disability (for example anxiety, depression, trauma-related impacts)
- ADHD
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Chronic illness or degenerative neurological conditions (for example MS, MND)
- Social isolation, adjustment issues or major life transitions
- Family or housing instability
(Note: Behaviour Support services are provided by a separate specialist department within Tender Loving Care.)
Our Practice Approach
At Tender Loving Care, our social work practice is holistic, strengths-based and trauma-informed. Supports are personalised to each participant’s unique needs, goals and circumstances.
Our interventions draw on:
- Solution-Focused and Strengths-Based Practice
- Motivational and Recovery-Oriented Frameworks
- Systems and Ecological Approaches
- Trauma-Informed Practice
Our Social Workers collaborate closely with participants, families and their broader support networks to ensure every plan is meaningful, empowering and sustainable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can the NDIS fund Social Work services?
NDIS participants can access Social Work services when they relate to a disability support need or goal identified in their plan. These services are generally funded under:
- Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
Social Work supports may be provided in person, via telehealth or within community settings, depending on the participant’s preferences and goals.
What is Person-Centred Approach?
Being person-centred means placing the participant at the heart of every decision. We focus on each person’s strengths, preferences and aspirations, ensuring supports are respectful, collaborative and empowering.
Why Choose Tender Loving Care
Tender Loving Care is an NDIS-registered provider offering Social Work services across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. Our team combines professional expertise with compassion to deliver support that make a real difference, helping participants feel understood, valued and supported at every stage of their journey.