Assist – Travel /
Transport

At National Friendly Disability Services, we provide safe, reliable, and friendly Assist-Travel/Transport support in Sydney to help NDIS participants travel with confidence and independence.

We understand that getting to appointments, community activities, work, education, shopping, or social events can sometimes be challenging without the right support. Our travel and transport assistance is designed to make everyday movement easier, safer, and more comfortable.

Whether you need regular transport support or occasional assistance to attend important activities, our friendly team is here to help you stay connected and active in the community.

👥 Who It’s For

This support may be suitable for NDIS participants who need assistance with:

• Attending medical appointments
• Travelling to community activities
• Going shopping or running errands
• Getting to work, training, or education
• Visiting family and friends
• Attending social and recreational activities
• Building confidence using public transport
• Accessing local services safely
• Staying independent and connected in daily life

Our support is tailored to your needs, mobility level, routine, and NDIS goals.

🤝 How We Help

Our caring support workers assist participants with safe and comfortable travel to help them access the community with confidence.

We can help with:

• Door-to-door travel assistance
• Transport to appointments and activities
• Support with shopping and errands
• Assistance getting in and out of vehicles safely
• Travel training and public transport confidence
• Support with planning routes and schedules
• Community access and social outings
• Reliable transport for regular routines
• Working with families, carers, and support coordinators

We aim to make every journey feel calm, safe, and supported.

✅ What You Get

With National Friendly Disability Services, participants receive flexible and personalised travel support that encourages independence and community participation.

You may benefit from:

• Friendly and reliable support workers
• Safe and comfortable transport assistance
• Support tailored to your schedule and needs
• Greater confidence travelling in the community
• Help accessing appointments, shopping, and activities
• Encouragement to build travel independence
• Respectful support focused on your safety and comfort

Our goal is to help participants move around with confidence and enjoy greater access to everyday life.

💰 Funding & Availability

Assist-Travel/Transport may be available to NDIS participants who have transport or community access support included in their NDIS plan.

Funding and availability can depend on your individual plan, approved support categories, and personal goals. If you are unsure whether travel and transport support is included in your NDIS plan, our team can help you understand your options and work with your support coordinator, plan manager, or family.

We provide NDIS transport assistance in Sydney and surrounding areas.

🛤️ Your Pathway

1. Understanding Your Travel Needs

We begin by discussing where you need to travel, how often you need support, and what assistance you require.

2. Personalised Travel Support Plan

We create a flexible support plan based on your routine, goals, mobility needs, and comfort level.

3. Safe and Reliable Assistance

Our support workers assist you with travel, community access, and getting to your destination safely.

4. Building Confidence

Where possible, we help you develop confidence with travel routines, route planning, and public transport skills.

5. Greater Community Access

Our aim is to help you stay connected, independent, and involved in the community.

❓ FAQs

1. What is Assist-Travel/Transport under the NDIS?

Assist-Travel/Transport is an NDIS support that helps participants travel safely to appointments, shopping, work, education, social activities, and community programs.

2. Can you take me to medical appointments?

Yes. We can provide transport assistance to medical appointments, therapy sessions, health services, and other important appointments.

3. Do you provide transport for shopping and errands?

Yes. Our support workers can assist participants with travel for shopping, errands, groceries, and accessing local services.

4. Can you help me attend community activities?

Yes. We support participants to attend social events, recreational activities, group programs, family visits, and other community-based activities.

5. Do you help participants use public transport?

Yes. We can support participants with travel training, route planning, and building confidence using buses, trains, and other public transport options.

6. Is transport support available on a regular basis?

Yes. Depending on your NDIS plan and support needs, we can provide regular or occasional transport assistance.

7. Is Assist-Travel/Transport funded by the NDIS?

This service may be funded if it is included in your NDIS plan. Funding depends on your approved supports, goals, and individual circumstances.

8. Do you provide NDIS transport support in Sydney?

Yes. National Friendly Disability Services provides NDIS travel and transport support in Sydney and surrounding areas.

9. Can transport support be matched to my routine?

Yes. We provide flexible support based on your preferred schedule, destination, mobility needs, and personal goals.

10. How do I get started?

You can contact National Friendly Disability Services to discuss your transport needs, NDIS plan, and preferred schedule. Our friendly team will guide you through the next steps.