Accident-related Disability

Discover the difference made by state government insurance bodies:

Across Australia, thousands find their lives changed by road and transport accidents every year. For many, these accidents result in injuries that require significant adjustments to daily living.
Government data highlights that injuries to the head and neck are most frequently reported in transport-related hospitalisations. Road accident injuries can lead to severe consequences, including damage to the spinal cord or brain, amputations, severe burns, and permanent blindness.

State Government Insurance Bodies

In Australia, state government insurance programs play a vital role in assisting those injured in vehicle accidents. This type of practical support is called ‘attendant care’. Programs like icare, the National Injury Insurance Scheme Queensland, the Lifetime Support Authority, and the Transport Accident Commission provide essential funding for necessary support services. These funding bodies have panels of approved support providers that include organisations like Nextt.

If you or your loved one is seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, submit an application to your relevant agency as soon as possible.

Getting Started with Support

Your hospital support team – including medical specialists, physiotherapists, social workers, and occupational therapists – will work closely with you. They will help identify the treatment, rehabilitation and support services you need to facilitate a smooth transition back into your community.

Your hospital team will play a crucial role in your application for support funding, by providing a medical certificate or capabilities assessment that outlines the severity of your injuries. They might conduct assessments for evidence to support your application, as required.

If approved under a state scheme, usually a funding manager from the scheme will help you identify your goals and support needs, find support services, and create a plan.
At Nextt, we have years of experience helping people transition from hospital care to home or adapted living environments. We understand that every recovery journey is unique.

Nextt is known for offering attendant care services tailored to individual needs.