Distinctive Options Bendigo has been providing high quality supports in the Bendigo region since 2017.
We provide a variety of group activities and flexible individualised support options in a safe and welcoming space. We are believe in collaboration and teamwork to support real life choices for people with disabilities, their families, and supporters to live their best lives possible.
Through our group support activities and individual supports we provide unique options for skill building, social engagement, community connections and when requested respite services.
We'd love to see you soon!
Contact us for more information.
Phone: (03) 9740 7100
Email: info@d-o.com.au
Address: 56/60 King Street, Bendigo VIC 3350
Group Activities
Working together to build real life skills, our group based activities provide great opportunities for social interaction and personal development.
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Independent living supports
With Individual support from our dedicated and experienced Bendigo team, you can choose what kind of support you need and when. Do you need support with personal care, attending appointments or even joining a group activity?
We will work with you and your budget to ensure you receive the Individual Support you need.
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Financial Plan Management
Want to spend more time enjoying your life and less time worrying about paying invoices and tracking expenditure under your NDIS plan?
Financial Plan Management is where a registered provider assists you to manage the financial administration and functions of your approved NDIS plan - known as ‘Plan Managers’ or ‘Financial Intermediaries’.
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Vanessa gets support with her finances from the FPM team
DO Experiences
Everyone deserves the chance to explore, discover, and live life to the fullest, no matter the obstacles they face.
We are here to help you create experiences that align with your life goals, whether that’s a day of relaxation, an exciting trip to a new place, or a night out with friends.
Contact us to discuss your support needs for respite, extended journeys or day tours.
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Ross enjoyed a helicopter ride when on his first Gold Coast with support worker Johnny
Your local leadership team
Tara Boag
Lead Coordinator Bendigo region
Tara joined Distinctive Options in 2018 and quickly demonstrated her disability support abilities.
In 2020, Tara took up the Bendigo Coordinator’s role, overseeing participant group supports as well as 1-on-1 individualised supports in the home or in the community. For Tara, this means ensuring participants receive the best possible supports by finding support workers who are best matched to their needs, by mentoring support workers, and by liaising with other services.
Beau McGrath
Individualised Supports Supervisor Bendigo
Beau started his career in the health field by first completing his Cert III in Individualized Support, starting work at Bendigo Health. He joined Distinctive Options in August 2021 as a support worker to assist people to live life to their fullest.
Beau was appointed IS Supervisor in January 2022. Beau was an integral part of the Bendigo restructure and was a major support to the Bendigo Coordinator, staff and participants with transitioning into the new building in King Street, Bendigo.