Disability Support Services in Adelaide

Warm, person-centred support for people who want to feel safe, respected and supported as they are.

Among The Gumtrees provides NDIS-aligned disability support across Adelaide, including community access, daily living support, independent living skills, capacity building and social participation.

Come as you are, we will walk beside you.

Looking for support?

You can explore our disability support services, learn more about our values-led approach, or send a referral if you already know what support is needed.

If you are unsure, that is completely okay. You can contact us and we will talk through the next step with care and clarity.

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Warm, Person-Centered Support Across Adelaide.

Among The Gumtrees provides person-centred support for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants who want to feel safe, respected and understood.

We support community access, daily living, capacity building, independent living skills and meaningful social participation. Through calm, trauma-informed care built around the person, not just the plan.

We do not walk away when support becomes complex. We slow down, listen properly and show up with consistency, genuine care and support tailored to each person.

Guided by strong Aussie values, lived understanding, hearts on our sleeves and concrete in our spines. We walk beside youso no one gets left behind.

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Our Disability Support Services

Community Access

Support to connect with your community, build confidence, strengthen social connection and take part in meaningful everyday activities.

Capacity Building

Goal-focused support that helps individuals strengthen life skills, confidence, resilience and long-term independence.

Independent Living Skills

Helping individuals build practical skills for home, community, routines, decision-making and everyday independence.

Social & Community Participation

Support to connect with hobbies, activities, events, programs and meaningful social opportunities in the community.

Daily Living Supports

Practical, person-centred support with everyday tasks at home and in the community, tailored to each individual's needs and goals.

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Why Choose Among The Gumtrees?

Because support feels different when it is built on trust, respect and genuine care.

We take the time to understand the person, not just the paperwork. Our approach is calm, trauma-informed and grounded in real human connection, clear communication and consistent support.

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10+ Years Experience

Experienced support informed by real community services knowledge.

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Complex Care Experience & Knowledge

Calm, steady support for people with layered or complex needs.

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Trauma-Informed Approach

Support that considers safety, trust, choice and emotional wellbeing.

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Person-Centred Support

Care shaped around the person’s goals, needs, pace and preferences.

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Values-Led Care

Support grounded in integrity, empathy and genuine human connection.

Consistent and Reliable

We show up with consistency, patience and care, so support feels steady, safe and dependable.

Focused on Independence

Helping people build confidence, skills and meaningful everyday outcomes.

Clear Communication

Respectful updates, honest conversations and no confusing runaround.

Who We Support

We support individuals who want disability support that feels respectful, steady and genuinely personal.

You don't need to have everything worked out before you contact us. If you are unsure what support is needed, we can talk it through with care and clarity.

Among The Gumtrees may be a good fit for:

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Families and carers looking for reliable support

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People needing support at home or in the community

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Participants building independence and confidence

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Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants

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Support coordinators and LAC's seeking a grounded, responsive local provider

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People with complex support needs who need calm, consistent and non-judgemental care.

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Those affected by alcohol and/or other drugs - Substance use disorders

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Staff wanting a company where they are respected, cared for and truly valued

Support Coordinators

We understand how important it is to refer participants to providers who communicate clearly, show up consistently and take the time to understand the person properly.

Among The Gumtrees may be suitable for participants who need warm, steady and person-centred support with daily living, community access, skill building, social participation or complex support needs.

We aim to make referrals simple, respectful and clear from the beginning.

Clear Communication | Respectful Intake Process | Trauma Informed Approach | Complex Care Experience Person Centred Support Planning | Consistent Updates Where Required

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What You Can Expect

Support that meets you where you are. With warmth, respect and compassion.

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A calm and welcoming approach

We want people to feel comfortable from the beginning, without pressure, assumptions or being made to fit someone else's way of doing things.

Support shaped around the person

We take the time to understand the individual, their goals, their pace and what feels right for them.

Clear and respectful communication

We value honesty, kindness and making the next steps feel clear, simple and understood.

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Inclusive, steady and genuine care

We show up with consistency, respect and support that feels steady and human. Not rushed, cold or one-size-fits-all.

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Meet the Founder

Led by purpose, care and lived understanding.

Jess White founded Among The Gumtrees to create disability support that feels more human, grounded and genuinely care-focused.

With lived experience and a strong professional background in community services, Jess brings a calm, values-led approach to support, leadership and service quality.

Her vision is simple: people deserve support that feels safe, respectful and built around who they are.

Read Jess's Story

Our Mission

You deserve support that feels safe, respectful and real.

At Among The Gumtrees, we know how much it matters to feel seen, heard and accepted for who you are. That is why our approach is grounded in genuine care, strong values and support that meets people where they are.

We are here for individuals who want more than a service. We are here to build trust, create calm, and walk alongside people in a way that feels steady, inclusive and human.

There is no pressure to fit a mould here. No expectation to explain yourself perfectly. No judgement. Just support that is shaped around the person, their goals and the life they want to build.

Our Values:

Integrity

We say what we mean, show up honestly and build trust through consistency.

Empowerment

We support confidence, choice and independence in ways that feel meaningful and achievable.

Empathy

We lead with understanding, kindness and care that makes room for real life.

Not Sure Yet?

That is completely okay.

You do not need to have the perfect words, a finished plan or everything worked out before contacting us.

Tell us what is happening, what you are hoping for, or what feels difficult right now, and we can talk through the next step with care and clarity.

Talk Through Your Options

Send a Referral

Ready to refer someone to Among The Gumtrees?

Use our referral form to share the participant's details, support needs and preferred next steps. We will review the information and respond with care and clarity.

Open Referral Form

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Frequently Asked Questions

Choosing the right support matters. We keep the process simple, respectful and clear, so participants, families and support coordinators know what to expect before getting started.

What services do you offer?

We offer Community Access, Capacity Building, Independent Living Skills, Social & Community Participation and Daily Living Supports across Adelaide. Our support is person-centred, trauma-informed and shaped around the individual’s goals, needs and pace.

How can I get started?

You can reach out through our contact form, referral form, phone (08 7094 2040) or email: home@amongthegumtrees.com. We'll take the time to understand what you're looking for and talk through the next step with you.

Who can contact Among The Gumtrees?

We welcome enquiries from individuals, families, carers, support coordinators, community professionals and anyone looking for support that feels respectful, inclusive and genuine.

How do you tailor support to the individual?

We start by getting to know the person: their goals, strengths, needs, preferences and what helps them feel comfortable. From there, support is shaped around them, not around a fixed formula.

Where do you provide support?

Among The Gumtrees provides disability support services across Adelaide, South Australia.

Ready to Talk About Support?

Whether you are a participant, family member, carer, support coordinator or community professional, we would be happy to talk through what you need.

There is no pressure and no judgement. Just a calm conversation about whether Among The Gumtrees may be the right fit.

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