Extended Families Australia

Extended Families Australia Dedicated to supporting and making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Growing inclusion.

We believe in an inclusive community where every participant and their family receives the support, respect, and opportunities they deserve. Extended Families is a Melbourne-based not-for-profit disability organisation supporting children, young people and their families across Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live the life they choose - with

connection, inclusion and a sense of belonging within their community. We provide a range of diverse supports designed to build confidence, capacity and social connection, including:
• Support Workers (LinC) - NDIS & TAC
• Plan Management
• Support Coordination
• Social and recreational programs
• Parent and carer peer support groups
• Volunteer matching programs
• Community events and activities

Our programs help children, young people and families build connections, develop new skills, experience new opportunities and most importantly, have fun.

🌱 Creating connections. Building community.

🔗 www.extendedfamilies.org.au
📞 03 9355 8848

請用您的語言與我們交流對許多家庭來說，能夠使用自己熟悉的語言溝通，往往能帶來截然不同的體驗。 我們很榮幸能夠為來自華人文化背景的殘障人士及其家庭提供支援。 對許多家庭來說，能夠使用自己熟悉的語言溝通，往往能帶來截然不同的體驗。我們很榮幸能夠...
12/06/2026

請用您的語言與我們交流

對許多家庭來說，能夠使用自己熟悉的語言溝通，往往能帶來截然不同的體驗。

我們很榮幸能夠為來自華人文化背景的殘障人士及其家庭提供支援。

對許多家庭來說，能夠使用自己熟悉的語言溝通，往往能帶來截然不同的體驗。
我們很榮幸能夠為來自華人文化背景的殘障人士及其家庭提供支援。
我們的計劃管理團隊經驗豐富，重視清晰溝通與文化理解，並用心聆聽每位客戶的需要。
如果您說粵語，我們可以為您提供：
✔️ 始終如一的個人化服務
✔️ 能夠以您的語言溝通的團隊成員
✔️ 多種適合您的溝通方式，包括 WeChat、WhatsApp、簡訊及 Viber
我們致力於讓整個過程變得簡單、清晰且容易理解。
📩 歡迎私訊我們，或致電我們的計劃管理團隊了解更多資訊。

Thinking about Plan Management?These are some of the most common questions families ask us.If you’ve ever felt unsure ab...
11/06/2026

Thinking about Plan Management?

These are some of the most common questions families ask us.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about how it works, you’re not alone, it can feel confusing at first.

Our Plan Management team takes the time to explain things clearly and support you every step of the way.

Call us or send us a message anytime. 📞 📩

We can support you in your preferred language. 🌏
我們可以用您偏好的語言為您提供支援。


09/06/2026

A lot of families feel unsure about Plan Management at first, and that’s completely understandable.

One of the most common concerns is whether you lose control of your funding.

You don’t.

✔️ You stay in control
✔️ You approve invoices first
✔️ We support you with the admin

Our team is always here to explain things clearly and help you feel confident.

Call us (03) 9355 8848 or send us a message anytime. 📞📩

您可以与我们进行普通话沟通。我们的 NDIS 计划管理团队深受众多多元文化背景家庭的信赖，提供可靠优质的服务。您可以先查看账单，之后我们会为您处理。📞 欢迎随时联系我们，了解更多关于我们项目管理服务的信息。
29/05/2026

您可以与我们进行普通话沟通。

我们的 NDIS 计划管理团队深受众多多元文化背景家庭的信赖，提供可靠优质的服务。

您可以先查看账单，之后我们会为您处理。

📞 欢迎随时联系我们，了解更多关于我们项目管理服务的信息。

What is Plan Management? It’s one of the most common questions we hear, and it doesn’t have to be complicated. A Plan Ma...
28/05/2026

What is Plan Management?

It’s one of the most common questions we hear, and it doesn’t have to be complicated.

A Plan Manager helps you:
✔️ Pay your providers
✔️ Track your NDIS budget
✔️ Stay organised
✔️ Stay in control

At Extended Families, we focus on making things clear, simple, and stress‑free, so you can focus on what matters most.

Save this to come back to later 💾

📩📞 Message us or call our Plan Management team if you’d like to talk it through.

21/05/2026

Why volunteering works for me…” 💬

There are so many reasons our volunteers choose to be part of Extended Families, but one thing unites them all: connection. Through shared experiences, friendships and giving back, volunteering creates purpose and belonging for everyone involved.

Our volunteers say it best, so this National Volunteer Week we're taking a few moments to hear from them on 'Why volunteering with Extended Families works for them?'

👉 Swipe to hear their stories

Thinking about volunteering? Send us a message to learn more.

Volunteering Australia

Top 3 things families told us at the Melbourne Source Kids Expo.After spending time with families at Source Kids, three ...
13/05/2026

Top 3 things families told us at the Melbourne Source Kids Expo.

After spending time with families at Source Kids, three messages came through loud and clear:
1. “We don’t really know what good support is supposed to look like.”
Finding quality support shouldn’t feel confusing. Families want clarity, consistency and people they can trust.

2. “We want support that actually builds skills.”
Support that works alongside Allied Health goals - helping children and young people develop skills that matter in everyday life.

3. “We just want the right support worker… not another random.”
Relationships matter. The right Inclusion Support Worker (ISW) can make all the difference.

Our LinC Support Worker service, focuses on trusted, quality support that empowers people and families - through thoughtful matching and strong relationships with Allied Health professionals.

📩 Thinking about support for your child or young person?
Send us a message or contact LinC to talk through what quality, trusted support could look like for your family.
👉 Follow our page to learn more.

We brought playdough… and it turned into one of the busiest stalls at the Expo 👀Over two days at the Source Kids Expo, w...
07/05/2026

We brought playdough… and it turned into one of the busiest stalls at the Expo 👀

Over two days at the Source Kids Expo, we had families, kids (and honestly, a few adults 😅) stopping by to build, create and connect.

But what we loved most?
The conversations behind it.
💬 Parents looking for the right support worker - not just anyone
💬 Families wanting support that actually builds skills, not just fills time
💬 Allied health professionals looking for workers who can follow through between sessions

That’s exactly where LinC sits. We don’t just match support workers — we focus on:
✔️ Genuine connection (the kind that keeps people coming back)
✔️ Capacity building in real-life settings
✔️ Supporting therapy goals through our Allied Health Program
✔️ Now also delivering TAC-funded support

And yes, we’re still thinking about some of those incredible playdough creations 🐙🎂🌈

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared their stories, and trusted us with a small piece of their world 💙

Address

1/95 Bell Street
Melbourne, VIC
3058

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61393558848

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