There are many online directories of information containing resources and contacts for people with disabilities. Included below are just some of those contacts.
The City of Melbourne provides a wide range of services, programs and initiatives for people with a disability. Contact us on:
phone: 03 9658 9658
TTY: 03 9658 9461
email: Contact us online
mail address: GPO Box 1603, Melbourne, Vic, 3001
Disability Online
Disability Online, run by Disability Services Victoria, provides a comprehensive Victorian service directory, current news and events as well as articles about disability, health issues and more. Directory information on the site includes equipment suppliers and repairs; disability organisations and support groups; and Auslan services.
website: Disability Online
phone: 03 9616 8139
TTY: 1300 131 525
email: disability.online@dhs.vic.gov.au
fax: 03 9616 8555
Companion card
The Companion Card is issued to people with a significant, permanent disability, who can demonstrate that they are unable to access most community activities and venues without attendant care support. The card allows a second ticket to be issued to companion card holders for no charge. Find out about the Companion card
YMCA Access for All Abilities
The Access for All Abilities (AAA) program is a state government initiative that provides opportunities for people with disability to increase their participation in sport and recreation in Melbourne.
The AAA program can also assist sport and recreation clubs in the city to make positive changes towards a more inclusive environment for all community members.
website: YMCA AAA program
phone: 03 9742 5630
email: simon.crawford@ymca.org.au
Carer Card
The Carer Card is a discounts and benefits card to provide recognition, understanding and support for carers, through a collaboration of Government, Community and Business.
website: carercard.vic.gov.au
phone: 1800 658 521
Other Directories:
Transport:
- Public Transport - Metlink – Victoria's public transport system information and timetables all on-line.
- Yarra Trams – Transport information and timetables for Melbourne's tram services.
- Bus companies – All Australian Bus and Coach travel information
- Travellers Aid – offer support, advice and assistance to all travellers, including people in emergency situations and those with special needs.
Legislation:
Advocacy:
Disability Discrimination Law Advocacy Service:
Open Tuesday to Friday to assist with legal advice in respect to the DDA. A solicitor is available between 1pm and 4pm Tuesdays and Thursdays.
phone: 03 9602 4877 or 1800 651 275
mail address: Level 11, 343 Little Collins Street, Melbourne 3000.
Victorian Network on Recreation and Disability (VICNORD)
Auspiced by ACC, VICNORD advocates for recreation including sporting opportunities for people with disabilities.
phone: 03 9489 2999
email vicnord@connexus.apanna.org.au
fax: 03 9489 2988
mail address: 179 High Street, Northcote 3070
website: Advocacy House
Emergency and medical:
Emergency
Police, Ambulance & Fire Brigade: 000
Hospitals:
- Casualty
St Vincent’s Hospital 03 9288 2211
Alfred Hospital 03 9276 2000
Austin and Repat Medical Centre: 03 9496 5000
Royal Children’s Hospital: 03 9345 5522
- Eye and Ear
Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital 03 9665 9666
- Dental
Royal Dental Hospital 03 9341 0222
Other Services:
- Police, Ambulance, Fire 000
- Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126
- RSPCA: 03 9224 2222
- State Emergency Service (for Floods or Storm Emergency): 13 2500