Evolve Therapies

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – Evolve Therapies

Effective Date: 18 June 2025

At Evolve Therapies, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and respect. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.

 


 

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal and sensitive information:

  • Full name, date of birth, and contact details

  • NDIS number (if applicable)

  • Information about your health, disability, behaviour, and support needs

  • Emergency contact and next-of-kin details

  • Notes from sessions and support plans

  • Any other information relevant to the services we provide


2. How We Collect Your Information

We may collect your personal information:

  • Directly from you

  • From your family members, carers, or guardians (with your consent)

  • From other service providers or support teams involved in your care

  • Through referrals or documentation provided by you or on your behalf


3. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information in order to:

  • Provide Positive Behaviour Support and other services

  • Create and manage personalised support plans

  • Meet our obligations as an NDIS Registered Provider

  • Coordinate with other health and support professionals

  • Communicate with you or your nominated representatives

  • Maintain accurate records in line with legal and professional requirements


4. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We store your information securely through encrypted digital systems and, where applicable, in locked physical storage. We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access or disclosure.


5. Disclosure of Your Information

We will only share your information when:

  • You have given consent

  • It is required or authorised by law

  • It is necessary to coordinate your support with other professionals involved in your care

  • It is needed in an emergency to protect your health or safety


6. Accessing and Updating Your Information

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections if your information is inaccurate or out of date

To make a request, please contact us using the details below. We may ask you to verify your identity before providing access.


7. Website and Online Communication

If you contact us through our website or by email, we may keep a record of that correspondence. Our website may collect non-identifying information such as browser type or pages visited, which we use to improve our services.


8. Questions or Complaints

If you have any concerns or questions about your privacy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

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If you’re not satisfied with our response, you can contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.