Business Details
10 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted NDIS Support Services in Brisbane
Care to Change was founded in 2016 with a clear mission to improve care for everyone through personalized service delivery, innovative home design, and creative solutions. Our team of skilled professionals brings diverse expertise and firsthand experience in disability support, ensuring we deliver safe, compassionate, and reliable care across Brisbane, Moreton Bay, and the Sunshine Coast. We prioritize openness, honesty, respect, and transparency in all our interactions, fostering trust with participants and their families. Our commitment to quality and professionalism is evident in our prompt support service setup, multilingual capabilities, and accessible housing solutions tailored to individual needs.We actively engage with communities to promote inclusivity and empower individuals to live independently. Our management teams deep industry knowledge and dedication to continuous improvement ensure we remain at the forefront of NDIS support services. By combining practical expertise with a person-centred approach, we strive to make navigating the NDIS process seamless and stress-free for all our clients.
Services
Supported Independent Living
Home Accommodation
Community Participation
Support Coordination
Transport Services
Shared Accommodation
In-home Support
SIL Vacancies
Disability Services
NDIS Guidance
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer prompt NDIS support service setup across Brisbane and surrounding regions.
- Our team includes professionals with firsthand experience in disability care and NDIS navigation.
- We provide multilingual services to accommodate diverse client needs.
- We offer accessible vehicles and housing solutions at reduced costs.
- Our person-centred approach ensures supports align with individual NDIS goals and preferences.
Services
Supported Independent Living
Supported Independent Living (SIL) provides round-the-clock care for people with disabilities, enabling them to live as independently as possible. Our trained staff offer personalized support with daily tasks, personal care, and community engagement while respecting individual goals and preferences. This service is available in purpose-designed homes or private residences across Brisbane, Moreton Bay, and the Sunshine Coast.
Home Accommodation
We offer discounted, accessible housing options tailored to NDIS participants' needs, including shared living arrangements and independent units. Our team assists with finding suitable properties, coordinating home modifications, and connecting with real estate partners to ensure comfortable, long-term living solutions that promote independence and dignity.
Community Participation
Our community participation programs empower individuals to engage in social, recreational, and employment activities aligned with their interests. We support skill development, friendship-building, and access to cultural events while maintaining a focus on personal choice and dignity of risk in all supported activities.
Support Coordination
Professional support coordinators help participants navigate their NDIS plans, connect with service providers, and coordinate allied health professionals. We assist with goal setting, funding management, accommodation searches, and plan reviews to ensure seamless delivery of personalized support networks across southeast Queensland.
Transport Services
We provide accessible transport solutions to enhance independence, including assistance with public transport navigation and door-to-door services using our fleet of vehicles. This support enables participants to attend appointments, social events, and community activities while reducing barriers to mobility.
People
Lewis Purdon
Managing Director
Lewis founded Care to Change in 2016 after studying psychology in Edinburgh and working with the Salvation Army. He champions NDIS accessibility, offering free services to unfunded participants while maintaining a vision of 'Improving care for everyone' through strategic leadership.
Emma Earle
Head of Organisational Development
With 8+ years in the not-for-profit sector, Emma specializes in NDIS registration and system implementation. Her personal experience caring for a family member with disability informs her commitment to quality service delivery and multicultural inclusivity across Care to Change's operations.
Sean Everitt
Chief Operating Officer
Sean combines theology, town planning, and child welfare qualifications with lived experience supporting children with disabilities. He drives operational strategies that balance innovation with compassion, ensuring Care to Change's services meet both regulatory standards and community needs.
Toni Thorne
Head of Quality & Compliance
As a qualified lawyer, Toni oversees policy development and NDIS compliance frameworks. Her legal expertise ensures rigorous adherence to safeguarding standards while maintaining a participant-focused approach to quality assurance across all service delivery areas.
Melinda Eskilsson
Service Manager - Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast
Melinda brings 9+ years of disability sector experience to her role, combining counselling expertise with leadership in service delivery. She focuses on team development and participant advocacy, ensuring high-quality care that respects individual dignity and choice.
Questions
What NDIS services does Care to Change offer?
We provide Supported Independent Living (SIL), accommodation support, community participation programs, transport services, and NDIS plan coordination across Brisbane, Moreton Bay, and the Sunshine Coast.
Can you help with finding accessible housing?
Yes, we offer discounted accessible housing options and assist with property searches, home modifications, and connections to real estate partners to meet individual NDIS housing requirements.
Do you provide 24/7 support services?
Yes, our Supported Independent Living services include 24/7 care in purpose-designed homes or private residences, with a 1:3 support staff ratio to ensure personalized attention.
How do you support community engagement?
We help participants access social activities, employment opportunities, and cultural events while respecting their preferences and promoting independence through tailored community participation programs.
Can you assist with NDIS plan management?
Our support coordinators help participants understand their NDIS plans, connect with service providers, manage funding allocations, and prepare for plan reviews to ensure optimal support delivery.
What areas do you service?
We operate across Brisbane, Moreton Bay, and the Sunshine Coast regions, providing disability support services from purpose-built facilities and through community-based programs.
Reviews (6)
David Chan
Oct 24, 2021
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Emily and her team has been a pleasure to collaborate with, from a clinician's point of view. They are caring, client centred and switch on. I would highly recommended Care to Change for anyone needing disability support.
Nia
Oct 18, 2021
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Great company to work with. We were referred to this provider. Thanks to Emily and her team, our family feel heard and we are finally living. Great service.
Lisa Nguyen
Oct 16, 2021
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Care for Change and the staff truly care. Going above and beyond to make their clients feel more a part of a family then being cared for by a service. Especially Team Coordinator Emily. She went out of her way and she made time to make a difference.. she truly is an ASSet.
Neil Vickers
Oct 10, 2021
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Care to Change and Emily in particular, are professional and knowledgeable and have been a delight to work with. I look forward to working closely with them into the future
Gabrielle Neilos
Oct 04, 2021
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Weve been through a few care providers over the years
When my son needed a more tailored plan, we were referred to Care to Change. Since meeting with Emily weve been able to gain some more independence for my son. I would recommend to those who are new or in need of comprehensive support for themselves or loved one.
When my son needed a more tailored plan, we were referred to Care to Change. Since meeting with Emily weve been able to gain some more independence for my son. I would recommend to those who are new or in need of comprehensive support for themselves or loved one.
Marg-E. S.
Sep 16, 2021
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After a traumatic experience in hospital, my husband was diagnosed with a disability. I sought services from Care To Change and before my husband was discharged, all his required services were organised making his transition very smooth. With their assistance, we received NDIS support and my husband has regained his independence and confidence, in walking and speaking. Care To Change have always taken that extra step. I highly recommend them and graciously thank them for their continued support
