An overview of the range of disability support the department provides for people with intellectual, physical, sensory, cognitive and neurological disabilities. There is a choice of supported accommodation services available, including group homes and community residential units for people with a disability. The Victorian Aids and Equipment Program provides people with a permanent or long-term disability with subsidised aids, equipment, home, and vehicle modifications.
We fund a range of services and supports that can assist people with a disability to become more independent and participate in their local community. We provide different types of support for families of children with a disability and also carers of adults with a disability. Support packages may be available for the care, treatment and services you need to help you achieve your goals. Supports are available to assist people with a disability who require therapy or behaviour support.
There are specific laws that protect the rights of people with a disability for example the Disability Act and the Victorian Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act The Victorian Government is part of the National Redress Scheme for people who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse. Especially if your child is very young. Adoption permanently transfers the parental rights and responsibilities of natural parents over to adoptive parents.
Permanent care, foster care and kinship care provide safe and nurturing homes for children who cannot live with their family. All children deserve to grow up feeling safe, supported and loved. Our services protect children who cannot safely live at home with their parents. We understand that families sometimes experience difficulties and need support to maintain a stable family life. Children, young people and adults who have experienced recent or past sexual assault can access support and care services.
We are committed to ending family violence in Victoria. Our services protect those most likely to experience family violence. Victoria's concession program helps people who need it most by making essential goods and services more affordable. You might be eligible for a telephone allowance and savings on stamps and other Australia Post services. Victorians have available benefits to help with the cost of education from kindergarten through to adult education.
