is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service. It can be contacted by phone on 1800 737 732.

Directory for support services in Queensland

Free confidential telephone, counselling, referral and support service for men Available 9 am – 11.30 pm, 7 days/week. Phone: 1800 600 636

These services can help you by providing information and referrals to free counselling and support and medical care, including: emergency contraception medical examinations testing for sexually transmissible infections (STIs). Available 7.30 am – 11.30 pm, 7 days/week Phone: 1800 010 120

Group support for male survivors. Phone 1800 472 676.

Telephone and online crisis counselling. Phone: (02) 9819 6565 or 1800 424 017

The Disability Gateway has information and services to help people with disability, and their family, friends and carers, to find the support they need in Australia. Use the search bar to find COVID-specific information.

If you have questions about how COVID impacts your NDIS plan, how you access your plan, or what to do if your situation has changed thanks to COVID, check out this webpage.

On this site, you’ll find information about coronavirus, what you can do to look after yourself, and the ways the NDIS Commission is working with providers to make sure they understand how to support you during the pandemic.

This site is the latest official news, updates and advice from the Australian Government, so big news about COVID will be posted here. You can also find information about vaccinations, a symptom checker tool, and COVID vaccine information in different languages.

This page provides information, tips and resources to support you and your loved ones’ mental health during the pandemic.

Find easy to read resources about COVID, information about telehealth services and tips to promote good health and help you reduce your risk of getting COVID-19.

This Department of Health page has everything you need to know about COVID-19 vaccines for people with a disability. Learn how to book an appointment, give your consent to be vaccinated, and what you can do to prepare for your vaccine appointment.

Specifically for people in Queensland, this page has a huge amount of information and videos about COVID, getting tested, and what to do if you or your carer becomes sick.

A guide for the people we support

This Policy and Procedure Manual sets out the policies and procedures that govern Great Mates’ operations and service delivery. All policies and procedures comply with the NDIS Practice Standards as well as relevant.