Disability Support Services
Community Access
At HCS, we believe everyone has the right to live as an active member of the community. As such, we endeavour to assist people with disability to engage in recreational activities and enjoy social opportunities.
Our team can transport you to and from sporting activities, help you participate in social groups/gatherings, and facilitate your visits to libraries, classes, and places of learning. Our disability support services in Brisbane North include supporting our clients with personal hygiene and attending innovative community activities/jobs.
Community Nursing and In-Home Support
Our clinical and NDIS-registered nurses are qualified to provide our clients with passionate disability support services in the comfort of their own homes. We can assist with healthcare needs and provide flexible, individualised support plans detailing your needs within a schedule that suits you.
Our in-home nursing services include:
- Continence assessment and management
- Diabetes management, including insulin administration
- Catheter care and management
- Wound treatment
- Medication management and administration
- Tracheostomy management
- Subcutaneous injection
- Peg feeding and management
- Ventilator management
Assistance With Daily Activities (Personal Support Services)
At HCS, we want you to continue living independently in your home or community. We can assist you with:
- Bathing
- Dressing
- Oral hygiene
- Meal preparation
- Medication
- Using public transport
- Domestic supportManual handling with equipment like hoists and wheelchairs
- Health and fitness
Social and Community Participation
Horizon Community Services offers disability support services aimed at enhancing the ability of those living with disability to actively engage in their community and take part in various social and recreational activities.
At HCS, our staff can assist with the following:
- Travel to and from sporting activities and other community events
- Helping individuals join social groups
- Aiding in library visits, including selecting materials and using equipment
- Assisting with transportation and participation in centre-based activities
- Helping attend classes for skill-building
- Offering support for personal care needs while in the community
