Resources for flood-affected disabled people
NDIS National Contact Centre: 1800 800 110
Press “5” for specialised support with flood-related issues
The NDIS is providing support over the phone to participants affected by the floods. This hotline can help link you to the local supports and services you might need.
Calls from participants affected by the severe weather events are being prioritised.
If you have experienced damage to your AT due to floodwaters or other causes, the NDIS Contact Centre can authorise funds for replacement or repair over the phone even without funding in your plan.
General flood Resources
for NSW residents
Includes evacuation orders and evacuation centre locations.
Information about a lump sum payment to people living in certain northern NSW LGAs. To organise via phone call 180 2266.
for Queenslanders
Includes evacuation orders and evacuation centre locations.
Information about a lump sum payment to people living in certain south Queensland LGAs. To organise via phone call 180 2266.
Federal government support
Includes information about flood preparation, recovery, evacuation centres and more.
Includes information about mental health support, financial help and other services.
Payments and financial help for people directly affected by bushfires, floods or other natural disasters.
Includes information about disaster payments, and state and territory disaster assistance. You may be able to make a claim for a federal government disaster payment at evacuation centres in the most impacted areas, through MyGov or at MyGov centres.
A short-term income support payment if you can demonstrate your income has been affected as a direct result of a disaster.
Other information
Last updated: March 3 2022
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