Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS)

The Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS) is available for people under 65 years and or under 50 years old for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people) with:

  • a disability (and are not eligible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme [NDIS])
  • chronic illness, mental health or other condition, or
  • other circumstances that impact your ability to live independently in the community.

Funded by the Queensland Government, it’s for people who, with a small amount of assistance, can maintain or regain their independence, continue living safely in their homes and actively participate in their

To apply, you can phone the Queensland Community Support Scheme Access Point on 1800 600 300 or complete the self-registration form here.

After you submit the application a worker from the QCSS Access Point will talk to you about how you are coping with daily living and assess your eligibility and support needs.

The information you provide is then used to determine your eligibility, and what type of service you may need in order to stay living at home.

Find out more about QCSS here.

Client contribution fees apply to this program, click here to see fees and charges.