Who is this service for?
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and wider community young adults who:
- Turn 18 after 1 July 2023, noting financial support ends on the young adult’s 21st birthday, and
- Have left statutory care to live independently (not staying with a carer)
- Left statutory care at 18 years to live in their own arrangements, and
- Are receiving broader culturally appropriate support from an EPCS provider.
Referrals
You can self-refer or refer someone via the forms below or call 1800 000 307
Self referral
For young people or with the support of their Carer or Support Person
Refer someone
For other Service Providers
How CQID can help you?
- CQID is an EPCS provider and will support you as you transition into adulthood by:
- Providing practical, culturally appropriate support that respects who you are and where you come from
- Working with you to create a plan for your future and support your goals for independent living
- Managing your EPCS financial support so you can cover things like rent, bills, and other living costs
- Making sure the support you receive doesn’t affect your Centrelink payments
- Helping with everyday life skills like budgeting, finding housing, study or job support, and staying connected to culture
