Disability Information Services
Helpful Disability Links, Support Services and Organisations
This page brings together useful disability information services, support organisations, government agencies and advocacy links for disabled people, families, whānau, carers and community leaders across New Zealand.
Finding the right information can be difficult, especially when support is spread across many different websites. This resource has been created as a simple starting point to help people find trusted organisations, disability services, rights information, health support, education support and community resources.
A Practical Resource for the Disability Community
These links are provided to help people explore support options, learn more about disability-related services and connect with organisations that may be able to provide information, guidance or advocacy.
Government, Rights and Advocacy
Human Rights Commission
Information about human rights, discrimination and disability rights.
Visit WebsiteHealth & Disability Commissioner
Information about rights when using health and disability services.
Visit WebsiteOffice for Disability Issues
Information about disability strategy, policy and rights in New Zealand.
Visit WebsiteOmbudsman New Zealand
Support for complaints about government agencies and public services.
Visit WebsiteUN Disability Convention
Information about the rights of disabled people under the UNCRPD.
Visit WebsiteDisability Support and Community Services
CCS Disability Action
Community support, advocacy and disability services across New Zealand.
Visit WebsiteNeeds Assessment Service
Information about needs assessment and disability support access.
Visit WebsiteHealth, Disability and Condition-Specific Organisations
Education, Mobility and Participation
Ministry of Social Development
Information about income support, services and community support.
Visit WebsiteImportant Note
This directory is a starting point only. Disability services and eligibility criteria can change, so visitors should always check directly with each organisation for the most up-to-date information.
