Disability services
System transformation
Learn about the nationwide transformation of the disability support system, which is now under way.
Disability services: what we do and contracting and working with us
Information on what Disability Support Services at the Ministry do, and information on contracting and working with us.
Frequently asked questions
- Disability Support Services: Frequently Asked Questions (doc, 1.3 MB)
- Disability Support Services: Frequently Asked Questions (pdf, 160 KB)
Complaints
Who to contact if you need to make a complaint about Ministry-funded disability services. Read more
Accessibility
Find out how to access the high-contrast site, increase the text size, and get help with downloads. Read more
Disability information
Learn more about some disabilities.
NZ sign language resources on HealthEd
Other government support
ACC
If your disability is caused by an injury, ACC provides support services.
Work and Income
Work and Income provides financial help to families and individuals who need it.
Ministry of Education
The Ministry provides extra support for children with disabilities.
What are your rights?
As a disabled person in New Zealand, what are your rights when you are using health and disability services? The Health and Disability Commissioner and People First New Zealand Ngā Tāngata Tuatahi have created a short video to describe these rights in an easy to understand format.