Question 1

What is Brothers Support Network?

Accepted Answer

Brothers Support Network is an NDIS registered network of passionate, energetic support workers.

Specialising in supporting males living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1–3), Acquired Brain Injuries, Psychosocial Disabilities, Vision Impairments, and SIL accommodation across Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast.

Question 2

What is NDIS?

Accepted Answer

NDIS stands for the 'National Disability Insurance Scheme' and is a scheme of the Australian Government that funds costs associated with disability. This scheme is administered by NDIA or the 'National Disability Insurance Agency'.

Question 3

Is Brothers Support Network NDIS registered?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are an NDIS registered provider. You can find us on the NDIS Provider Finder here.

Question 4

What kind of service does Brothers Support Network provide?

Accepted Answer

We give the kind of disability support that feels like you’re hanging out with your brother. Steady, relaxed and engaged.

Experienced enough to keep you on track when you need it. Capable enough to handle whatever you throw at us. A team of males supporting males with disability, we’re a community where you truly belong. At Brothers Support Network we provide Assistance with Daily Living, Community Access, Supported Independent Living and Brothers Adventures/STA/Respite.

If you would like to enquire please apply here or get in contact with our team at info@brotherssupportnetwork.com or call 1300 002 760.

Question 5

What areas do you offer support?

Accepted Answer

We currently have support workers based in the following areas:
Brisbane
Logan
Gold Coast
Moreton Bay Region
Sunshine Coast
        and surrounding areas

Question 6

Do you only accept male participants?

Accepted Answer

Although most of our participants are male, our focus is providing a brother figure for our participants, no matter what gender they identify as.

Question 7

What age participants do you accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept participants ranging from 12 years upwards.

Question 8

Do you have an hours minimum for a support shift?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our minimum hours for a support shift is 4 hours.

Question 9

Do you offer respite?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Please get in touch with your requirements and we can organise something that suits your schedule and budget.

Question 10

Do you offer group activities?

Accepted Answer

Our week-to-week support sessions are usually 1:1. However, we organise regular group events with like-minded individuals, particularly on school holidays.

If you would like to participate in group activities, please get in touch with us via this form to register your interest.

Question 11

What are your prices?

Accepted Answer

We charge in line with the NDIS pricing limits.

For more information about our pricing, please send a message via this form or call us at 1300 002 760.

Question 12

Do you only provide support to NDIS participants?

Accepted Answer

No, we provide support to anyone who requires it, regardless of whether they are an NDIS participant or not.

FAQs

Welcome to our frequently asked questions page

What is Brothers Support Network?

What is NDIS?

Is Brothers Support Network NDIS registered?

What kind of service does Brothers Support Network provide?

What areas do you offer support?

Do you only accept male participants?

What age participants do you accept?

Do you have an hours minimum for a support shift?

Do you offer respite?

Do you offer group activities?

What are your prices?

Do you only provide support to NDIS participants?

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