Gold Coast disability and aged care — NDIS, private, and everything in between. Led by Paula. Built around you.
For people living with disability or their families. Explore NDIS, private, and aged care options — and find the right support for your life.
Start here — book a free consultation →Support workers, nurses, and care professionals — join a small Gold Coast team where Paula knows your name and your work matters.
Explore careers at Purple Care →Whether you're navigating the NDIS for the first time, already have a plan, or looking for private care — we explain it all in plain English.
"The NDIS can feel overwhelming — especially when you're already dealing with enough. We've helped Gold Coast families navigate it for years. We can help you too."
NDIS supports Australians under 65 with a permanent or significant disability. Not sure if you qualify? We'll help you work it out — no jargon, no pressure.
Your NDIS plan is government-funded and personalised to your goals. We walk with you through planning meetings and make sure your plan reflects your real life.
Once your plan is approved, you choose your providers. As a registered NDIS provider on the Gold Coast, we're ready to start as soon as you are.
SDA is NDIS funding for purpose-built housing designed for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs. It's separate from your regular support funding. SDA homes are built to specific design categories — Improved Liveability, Fully Accessible, or Robust — and Purple Care can help you understand which category fits your situation and connect you with options on the Gold Coast.
SIL is NDIS-funded daily living support for people who need hands-on help with everyday tasks — cooking, personal care, getting to appointments, and more. It's not the house itself (that's SDA) — it's the support that happens inside it. Purple Care provides SIL on the Gold Coast for people living in their own homes or supported accommodation.
You may still be eligible — we help people apply for the NDIS every week. If you're over 65, or need support while your application is underway, we also offer private care. There's always a path forward. Book a free consultation and we'll figure out what's available for your situation.
These are government-funded aged care programs for Australians over 65. CHSP (Commonwealth Home Support Programme) covers entry-level services like domestic help and meals. Home Care Packages (Level 1–4) provide a personalised budget for more intensive in-home support. Purple Care works within both programs — and if you're waiting for a package, we offer private bridging care so you're never left without support.
Daily living assistance in your own home — personal care, domestic tasks, meal preparation, medication support, and community access. Your routine, your way.
See what support looks like for you →Specialist Disability Accommodation — purpose-built homes for people with high support needs. We connect you with the right property and funding pathway on the Gold Coast.
Explore SDA options →24/7 or part-time support to help you live as independently as possible — whether in a shared house, your own home, or supported accommodation.
Learn about SIL →Getting out, staying connected — social activities, appointments, shopping, sport, and community participation support. Life beyond the front door.
Find out more →Positive behaviour support from trained practitioners — personalised strategies that reduce restrictions and help people live fuller, more independent lives.
Talk to our team →For over-65s and self-funded clients — Home Care Package management, CHSP services, and private in-home care with no NDIS plan required. Respite available.
Explore private care →
"Purple Care was created from the heart — it's something I genuinely care about and feel deeply connected to."
Hi, I'm Paula, the founder and business owner of Purple Care and Support Services.
Having spent over 30 years working in healthcare across Australia, from Mental Health to Nursing, I've had the privilege of supporting people from all walks of life and within beautifully diverse communities. Those experiences have shaped who I am today and strengthened my belief that everyone deserves support that is not only professional, but also kind, respectful, and truly personal.
I've seen firsthand how powerful the right support can be — when someone takes the time to listen, to understand, and to show up with consistency and compassion. I've also seen where care can fall short, and that's what inspired me to create something different.
Purple Care and Support Services was built on integrity. To me, integrity means being honest, reliable, and always doing what's right. It means treating every person with dignity, respecting their individuality, and supporting them in a way that empowers them to live life on their own terms.
When you connect with Purple Care, you're not just another client — you're someone whose story matters. I'm here to walk alongside you, to support you in a way that feels right for you, and to make a meaningful difference in your everyday life.
Thank you for trusting me to be part of your journey.
— Paula
Tell us a little about what you need and Paula's team will call you back within 24 hours — no obligation, no pressure.
Paula's team will call you back within 24 hours. Thanks for reaching out to Purple Care.
What best describes you?
Purple Care is a small, Gold Coast-based team — and that's the point. When you work here, you're not a number on a roster. Paula knows your name. Your clients know your face. The impact of your work is real and visible every day.
Support workers are in short supply nationally. We compete hard for great people — offering genuine flexibility, strong pay, and the team culture that national providers simply can't replicate.
"I've worked for two national providers and the difference here is night and day. Paula actually listens. When something's not working for a client, we fix it — we don't wait for approval from three levels up."
"I was nervous coming from aged care into disability support, but the training and mentoring here made the transition really manageable. I feel confident, valued, and I actually look forward to my shifts."
Tell us about yourself and what kind of role you're looking for. We reply to every application personally.
Send your expression of interest →We can't match "75 years" or "4,000 clients." But we offer something bigger providers can't: genuine, personal care from people who know your name.
"After dealing with a large national provider where mum was just a number, Purple Care felt like a completely different world. Paula called me back the same afternoon I enquired. That told me everything I needed to know."
"I didn't have an NDIS plan and thought I wasn't eligible for anything. Purple Care helped me understand what I could access and walked me through the application. I now have in-home support I didn't think was possible."
"The support workers Paula's team placed with my son are consistent, reliable, and actually care about him. That consistency has made a massive difference to his behaviour and quality of life. We're genuinely grateful."