National Disability Services, South Australia (NDS) and Aged & Community Services Australia (ACSA)

NDS is Australia's peak body for non-government disability service organisations, representing more than 1100 non-government service providers. Collectively, NDS members operate several thousand services for Australians with all types of disability. Members range in size from small support groups to large multi-service organisations.

NDS is the only organisation that represents the full spectrum of disability service providers across Australia. 

NDS provides members with a strong voice, enabling the sector to collectively initiate change, influence outcomes and deliver the funding needed to ensure the best possible quality of life for people with disability.

Aged & Community Services Australia (ACSA) is the leading peak body supporting over 700 church, charitable and community-based Not-for-profit organisations that provide accommodation and care services to over 450,000 older Australians. ACSA is at the forefront representing, leading and supporting members to achieve excellence in providing quality affordable housing and community and residential care services for older Australians.

ACSA is committed to being a strong and effective advocate for our members by providing a strong national voice and leading the national aged care agenda, delivering efficient services at the local level through effective internal processes and governance.