Disability Support — NIISQ

Had a motor vehicle accident in Queensland?

If you were seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident in Queensland on or after 1 July 2016, you may be eligible for support through the National Injury Insurance Scheme Queensland (NIISQ) — regardless of who was at fault. Mossman Support Services is a registered NIISQ provider and we're here to help.

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No-Fault SchemeYou may be eligible regardless of fault
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From 1 July 2016Accidents on or after this date
MSS RegisteredNIISQ registered provider

What is NIISQ?

The National Injury Insurance Scheme Queensland — what you need to know.

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No-Fault Scheme

NIISQ is a no-fault scheme — which means your eligibility for support is not determined by who caused the accident. If you were seriously injured, you may still qualify regardless of fault.

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Treatment, Care & Support

NIISQ provides eligible people with necessary and reasonable treatment, care and support following serious personal injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident in Queensland.

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Separate to the NDIS

NIISQ and the NDIS are two separate schemes with different eligibility requirements, available supports and funding methods. They are administered by different agencies and operate independently.

Both NIISQ and the NDIS also operate separately to other government supports such as education, public health services and transport. Eligibility for one does not automatically affect eligibility for the other.

NIISQ vs the NDIS

Two separate schemes — understanding the difference.

🚗 NIISQ
National Injury Insurance Scheme QLD
  • For people seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident in Queensland
  • Accidents on or after 1 July 2016
  • No-fault — eligibility not based on who caused the accident
  • Administered by the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC)
  • Covers necessary and reasonable treatment, care and support
  • Check eligibility directly at niis.qld.gov.au ↗
♿ NDIS
National Disability Insurance Scheme
  • For people with a permanent and significant disability
  • Must be under 65 and an Australian citizen or permanent resident
  • Disability does not have to be from an accident
  • Administered by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA)
  • Individualised funding plans based on goals and support needs
  • More information at our NDIS page →

We're a registered NIISQ provider

Mossman Support Services is registered with NIISQ and can offer support and care to approved NIISQ participants right here in the Douglas Shire. Our experienced Support Workers understand what it takes to support people on the road to recovery — with the same person-centred, flexible approach we bring to all our services.

  • Support from experienced, locally-based support workers
  • Person-centred approach tailored to your recovery goals
  • Flexible support delivery in the home and community
  • Coordination with your NIISQ treatment and support team
  • Same high-quality support as our NDIS Lifestyle program
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Check Your Eligibility First

To access supports and check your eligibility for the NIISQ scheme, go directly to the NIISQ website. They will assess your situation and determine what supports you are entitled to.

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Then Choose Us as Your Provider

Once you are an approved NIISQ participant, you can choose Mossman Support Services as your local provider for lifestyle support, personal care, community access and more.

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Not Sure Where to Start?

Our Lifestyle Support team can help you understand your options and point you in the right direction. There's no obligation — just a friendly conversation with people who know the local landscape.

Ready to find out if you're eligible?

Start with the NIISQ website to check eligibility, or reach out to our team for local guidance.

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NIISQ Website
Official eligibility information
niis.qld.gov.au ↗
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Lifestyle Support Team
Nicola & Reanna
(07) 4098 2836 — Option 2 lifestyle@dscsa.org.au
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Visit Us
Lifestyle Support office
4 Mill St, Mossman QLD 4873 Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 4:30pm