Community Participation & Life Skills Development

Overview

Our programs offer co-designed, interest led activities that help build practical skills, confidence, and genuine community connections.

We deliver 1:1 or small group sessions in venues that suit you, so you can learn by doing, in real life settings that feel comfortable and meaningful.

Who it’s for

This service is ideal for people who:

• Learn best through hands on experiences

• Want to build routines, make friends and feel more connected.

• Are looking to find purpose and independence through community participation.

What we do

• Community access (0116) 1:1 support to attend appointments, go shopping, visit libraries and local events on your terms and in your community.

• Life‑skills development (0117) Learn essential skills in real world settings, cook in a community kitchen, budget at markets, navigate public transport and build digital confidence.

• Innovative community participation projects (0116/0125) Join creative, social and interest based activities like arts, sports, faith groups, volunteering or tech/gaming clubs.

• Group/centre activities (0136)

  Participate in centre based group sessions focused on social, recreational and skill building activities in a welcoming, supportive way.

How it works

1. Explore your interests and comfort levels

   We take the time to get to now what matters to you.

2. Co‑design your community plan

   Together, we build a personalised plan that matches your goals and preferred activities.

3. Try, reflect, repeat

   Engage in hands on experiences, reflect on what works and try again to build confidence.

4. Move toward independence.

   Gradually grow your routines , skills and community connections at your own pace.

Outcomes you can expect

• New skills and meaningful relationships that build a stronger sense of belonging.

• Improved social confidence and routines that support ongoing participation.

• Greater independence in a variety of community settings.

Funding & Access

This service is available under the NDIS:

• 0116 – Innovative Community Participation

• 0125 – Participate Community

• 0117 – Development of Life Skills

• 0136 – Group / Centre Activities

We support participants who are agency-managed, plan-managed, or self-managed.

Delivery

• 1:1 or small group support in accessible community venues near you.

• Transport and travel training available (if funded in your plan).

• Multilingual and culturally safe support to ensure inclusivity and respect.

Design my community plan