The Support That Comes
from Unexpected Places
NDIS registered providers are only part of the picture. Some of the most important support comes from community businesses — the ones that truly understand.
When my son was first diagnosed with autism, I spent months searching for the right support. But some of the help I needed most wasn't on any official list.
The hairdresser who actually understands sensory sensitivities. The swim teacher who takes the time to learn your child's triggers before the first lesson. The dentist who books a full hour for a 20-minute appointment and never makes you feel rushed.
I'm still looking for some of these people. That's part of why I built this.
Those people exist. They deserve to be findable. And the families who need them deserve to find them.
— Scott, NDIS Dad & Founder
Examples
The Difference One Person Can Make
The Hairdresser Who Gets It
Finding a hairdresser who will take their time with a sensory-sensitive child — who won't rush, won't use a loud dryer, and knows that the visit might need to be split across two days — is genuinely difficult. Those hairdressers exist. FindLocalNDIS helps families find them.
The Swim Teacher Who Understands
Swim teachers who work with children with autism or physical disabilities require patience, creativity and specific training. When families find one who truly understands their child, they tell everyone. Now they can tell the whole directory.
The Dentist Who Never Rushes
A dental visit can be terrifying for many disabled Australians. But there are dentists who do it differently — who book longer appointments, use visual schedules, and have sensory accommodations. These practitioners deserve to be found.
Categories
What We Include
Hair and Grooming
Hairdressers, barbers and groomers experienced with sensory sensitivities and autism.
Swimming and Aquatics
Swim schools and aquatic instructors who know how to support children and adults with disabilities.
Dental and Allied Medical
Dentists, optometrists and medical practices that take extra care with anxious or sensory-sensitive patients.
Fitness and Exercise
Personal trainers, gyms and exercise classes with disability-inclusive programs.
Education and Tutoring
Tutors, learning centres and after-school programs experienced with neurodivergent learners.
Arts and Music
Music teachers, art therapists and creative programs adapted for disabled participants.
Sensory Friendly Venues
Cinemas, play centres, restaurants and events with sensory-friendly options.
Disability Friendly Accommodation
Holiday rentals, hotels and respite accommodation with genuine accessibility.
Photography and Media
Photographers and media professionals experienced working with disabled children and adults.
Other Community Services
Any local business with genuine experience and commitment to the disability community.
How It Works
Getting Listed
Submit your details
Fill in the form below. Tell us about your business and what makes you great with the disability community.
We review your listing
Our team reviews all community submissions to make sure families can trust what they find.
Families find you
Your listing goes live with a Community Recommended badge so families know you're one of the good ones.
Community listings are currently free. We may introduce a small annual fee in future — if we do, existing listings will be grandfathered.
Apply
Apply for a Community Listing
Tell us about your business. We'll be in touch within 2 business days.
Know a Community Hero?
If you know a local business that goes above and beyond for disabled Australians, tell them about FindLocalNDIS. Or email us at hello@findlocalndis.com.au and we'll reach out to them.
Apply for a Listing