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About Xavier
Xavier has a rich history, starting in the late 1940s when the Xavier Society purchased a home in Coorparoo to care for children affected by polio.
Our History
Xavier’s 70-year journey of caring for children with complex needs, evolving from hospital care to community-based support.
Work With Us
Join our passionate multi-disciplinary team delivering high-support services to children and families across greater Brisbane.
Our Team
Meet our dedicated team of allied health, therapy and support professionals committed to empowering children and families.
Our Partners
Discover our trusted network of care, service, and community partners helping us support children and families.
Disability Royal Commission
Xavier supports the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability and welcomes input.
Services
Xavier Services
We provide a range of multi-disciplinary services for children and young people with complex disability and related health needs and their families. From respite at Xavier Place to therapy and health supports, to helping children with play, getting out in their community or just being a kid.
Support Workers
Individualised support in home and out and about.
Short Term Respite
Xavier Place, respite care and support.
Nursing
Care and support for children with complex needs.
Occupational Therapy
Helping children do more of the things that they love.
Physiotherapy
Supporting children's movement and physical ability.
Speech Therapy
Support for children's communication and feeding.
Music Therapy
Supporting therapeutic goals through music.
Art Therapy
Mental health and wellbeing approach that integrates psychotherapeutic technique.
Dietitian Support
Feeding and nutrition support for health and wellbeing.
Equipment, Home and Vehicle Modifications
Advice and prescription on equipment and modifications.
Community Therapy Clinics
Working with children and families in your communities.
Specialist Disability Support in Schools (SDSS)
Therapy support for children in school.
Childcare
Every child has the right to access mainstream childcare.
Developmental Delay
News
Resources
About Resources
Comprehensive resources for families and carers — including NDIS guidance, factsheets, news, and sector updates.
Policies
Access our organisation’s key policies to support transparency, safety and compliance within our services and community.
NDIS
Explore our NDIS hub — clear guidance, tools and support designed to help children, families and carers navigate the system with confidence.
Factsheets
Quick-glance factsheets covering key topics for children, families and carers — practical, informative and easy to access.
Safeguarding Children
Every child, young person and adult-at-risk has the right to dignity, respect and protection from harm. How we value children and young people impacts our attitudes and behaviours towards them.
e-safety
Explore our e-Safety resources — empowering children, families and carers with practical guidance to stay safe online.
Parent and Child Resources
Discover parent-and-child resources designed to nurture connection, strengthen safeguarding awareness and support family wellbeing.
Support Services
Explore our support services — dedicated assistance and resources to help families ensure safety, wellbeing and protection for children.
Our Families
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About
About Xavier
Xavier has a rich history, starting in the late 1940s when the Xavier Society purchased a home in Coorparoo to care for children affected by polio.
Our History
Xavier’s 70-year journey of caring for children with complex needs, evolving from hospital care to community-based support.
Work With Us
Join our passionate multi-disciplinary team delivering high-support services to children and families across greater Brisbane.
Our Team
Meet our dedicated team of allied health, therapy and support professionals committed to empowering children and families.
Our Partners
Discover our trusted network of care, service, and community partners helping us support children and families.
Disability Royal Commission
Xavier supports the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability and welcomes input.
Services
Xavier Services
We provide a range of multi-disciplinary services for children and young people with complex disability and related health needs and their families. From respite at Xavier Place to therapy and health supports, to helping children with play, getting out in their community or just being a kid.
Support Workers
Individualised support in home and out and about.
Short Term Respite
Xavier Place, respite care and support.
Nursing
Care and support for children with complex needs.
Occupational Therapy
Helping children do more of the things that they love.
Physiotherapy
Supporting children's movement and physical ability.
Speech Therapy
Support for children's communication and feeding.
Music Therapy
Supporting therapeutic goals through music.
Art Therapy
Mental health and wellbeing approach that integrates psychotherapeutic technique.
Dietitian Support
Feeding and nutrition support for health and wellbeing.
Equipment, Home and Vehicle Modifications
Advice and prescription on equipment and modifications.
Community Therapy Clinics
Working with children and families in your communities.
Specialist Disability Support in Schools (SDSS)
Therapy support for children in school.
Childcare
Every child has the right to access mainstream childcare.
Developmental Delay
News
Resources
About Resources
Comprehensive resources for families and carers — including NDIS guidance, factsheets, news, and sector updates.
Policies
Access our organisation’s key policies to support transparency, safety and compliance within our services and community.
NDIS
Explore our NDIS hub — clear guidance, tools and support designed to help children, families and carers navigate the system with confidence.
Factsheets
Quick-glance factsheets covering key topics for children, families and carers — practical, informative and easy to access.
Safeguarding Children
Every child, young person and adult-at-risk has the right to dignity, respect and protection from harm. How we value children and young people impacts our attitudes and behaviours towards them.
e-safety
Explore our e-Safety resources — empowering children, families and carers with practical guidance to stay safe online.
Parent and Child Resources
Discover parent-and-child resources designed to nurture connection, strengthen safeguarding awareness and support family wellbeing.
Support Services
Explore our support services — dedicated assistance and resources to help families ensure safety, wellbeing and protection for children.
Our Families
Contact
- Feedback
Donate Now

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