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Important Changes Ahead: Mandatory Quality & Safety Reforms
From 2026, the NDIA and NDIS Commission are rolling out key quality and safety updates. Here is what every participant and family needs to know.
Welcome to Opus Care Support Services
Helping you find the right disability support, every step of the way
Whether you are looking for support for yourself, helping someone you care for, or making a professional referral, choose a card below and we will guide you to the right place.
NDIS Support ProviderSelf & Plan-Managed
Proudly supporting participants across Coffs Coast, Clarence Valley, Richmond Valley & Northern Rivers.
Opus Care is an unregistered NDIS provider supporting self-managed and plan-managed participants.
EVERYDAY ASSISTANCE
Care and support workers are ready to help you with
Tailored 1-on-1 support for self-managed and plan-managed participants across Northern NSW.
Cooking
Preparing fresh, wholesome meals tailored to your taste and diet
Domestic assistance
Help with general housework, laundry, and maintaining a comfortable home
Meal preparation
Weekly grocery shopping, meal planning, and nutritious batch cooking
Getting out and about
Safe transport to doctor visits, appointments, shopping, and local errands
Social support and companionship
Catching up for coffee, exploring hobbies, and engaging with the community
Personal care
Respectful, dignified assistance with daily hygiene, grooming, and mobility
Maintain an independent life
Empowering goal coaching, practical life skills, and building self-confidence
Help with morning and evening routines
Calm, dependable support helping you start and end each day smoothly
Need assistance with something specific?
Every care plan is uniquely tailored. Tell us what matters most to your daily routine.
WHERE TO START
Your journey begins here
Discover how our personalised, person-centred support makes your NDIS and disability journey easier across Coffs Coast, Clarence Valley, Richmond Valley & Northern Rivers.
SIMPLE STEPS TO
Get started Switching Providers
Are you ready to switch to a provider that genuinely listens, shows up on time, and values your choices? We handle the transition smoothly with zero paperwork stress.
Start hereI'M READY TO
Get started with Opus Care
Are you ready to speak with our local team about your goals and funding? We respond promptly within 24 business hours to organize your support plan.
Enquire nowINTAKE PROCESS
Our Simple and Supportive Intake Process
Getting started with Opus Care is effortless. Here is how we connect you with the right support.
01
Fill Out Our Online Form
Start your journey by completing our quick and easy online referral form. It helps us understand your routine and preferences.
02
Speak With Our Friendly Team
Once we receive your form, our team contacts you promptly to discuss your goals, answer questions, and arrange your care plan.
03
Receive Exceptional Care
We provide personalized, high-quality care and support workers matched to your lifestyle to help you or your loved ones thrive.
PLANNING & COVERAGE
Plan Your Support & Check Coverage
Calculate your NDIS budget and verify immediate support worker availability in your town.
Interactive Support EstimatorPlanning estimate
Plan Your Opus Care Routine
Explore how regular 1-on-1 support fits into your NDIS Core or Capacity Building budget.
Estimated Weekly NDIS Funding$441.48Based on 6 hrs @ $73.58/hr
Estimated Monthly Budget$1911.61Approx 4.33 weeks per month
These rates are planning examples, not a quote or confirmation of current NDIS price limits. Confirm applicable pricing rules and agreed rates with Opus Care before booking.
NSW North Coast & Northern Rivers🟢 Taking Referrals Across All Hubs
Supporting participants across the NSW North Coast and Northern Rivers
Opus Care Support Services provides person-centred disability support from Coffs Harbour through the Clarence Valley, Richmond Valley and Lismore region to Ballina, including surrounding towns and communities.
Service availability depends on location, participant requirements and current worker capacity.
Major Locations:
Coffs Harbour→Woolgoolga→Grafton→Maclean→Yamba→Casino→Lismore→Alstonville→Lennox Head→Ballina
Clarence Valley
Our established coastal and valley base with immediate daily support capacity for self and plan-managed participants.
Covered Localities:
Red RockWooliMinnie WaterGraftonSouth GraftonJunction HillClarenzaWaterview HeightsUlmarraMacleanTownsendGulmarradLawrenceYambaAngourieIluka
NDIS FUNDING
Understanding Your NDIS Funding
Your NDIS plan funding is divided into categories. Understanding these helps you make the most of your supports and achieve your goals.
Core Supports
Day-to-day assistance with daily living activities, transport, consumables, and support worker costs.
Includes:
Personal care
Transport
Household tasks
Community participation
Capacity Building
Supports that help you build your independence and skills to achieve your goals over time.
Includes:
Support coordination
Training & education
Therapy services
Employment support
Capital Supports
Higher-cost items and one-off purchases including assistive equipment and home modifications.
Includes:
Home modifications
Assistive technology
Vehicle modifications
Specialist equipment
YOUR OPUS CARE SUPPORT INFORMATION
Participant & Carer Portal
Your supports, clearly organised
Sign in to view the care information linked to your account, including upcoming supports and funding tracked by Opus Care. Contact our team for document copies or help with access.
View upcoming Opus Care supports
Read your goals and available support plan
View funding amounts tracked by Opus Care
Find your support and emergency contacts
Access your care information in one place.
Illustrative preview · example information Secure
Participant Dashboard
🟢 Active RosterWelcome back, Sarah M.
NDIS Plan #43098214 · Self-Managed
Core Supports$18,420 remaining
Allocated: $28,000
Capacity Building$8,250 remaining
Allocated: $15,000
Upcoming Support Shift
Tomorrow at 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Support Worker: Emma H.
Community Access & Life Skills TrainingInvoice #INV-2026-0843.5 hrs Support · $229.04
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RESOURCES
Free NDIS Tools & Resources
Quick access to the price guide, the full support catalogue, and a budget calculator to plan your funding.
NDIS Pricing Arrangements
Current NDIA price limits across support categories — fully updated to the latest Pricing Arrangements & Price Limits.
Support Catalogue
Search and filter every NDIS support item, line-item code, category, and registration group for your daily routine.
Budget Calculator
Estimate how far a plan budget stretches across the supports you use — calculating weekly hours, rates, and totals.
FROM THE BLOG
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Tips, guides and updates on the NDIS, plan management and daily living supports.
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NDIS Evidence Requirements Simplified: What the NDIA Looks For
Good clinical and functional evidence is the key difference between an approved support plan and delays. Learn how to structure reports.
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Demystifying In-Home Respite & Accommodation in the NDIS
How short and medium-term respite options work, when they are funded, and how families can utilize respite allowances with complete peace of mind.
Want us to cover any other topic of your interest?
Have a question about NDIS, plan management or daily living? Let our team know and we will write about it.
GET STARTED TODAY
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're looking for NDIS support services, household assistance, or want to learn more about how we can help, we're here for you. Contact us today for a free consultation.
NDIS Support
Home & Living
Daily Assistance
Community Participation
Complete NDIS Intake
Or email us at support@opuscare.com.au