NDIS Community Support

NDIS Innovative Community Participation

Meaningful activities that build skills, confidence and friendships, from interest groups and volunteering to classes, events and staying connected online.

Participants and support workers taking part in a community activity
Registered NDIS provider
NDIS funding
Depends on your plan and approved supports
Who it’s for
Participants who want to build skills and connections
Where
Victoria
Overview

What is Innovative Community Participation?

Innovative Community Participation is an NDIS support designed to help participants build skills, confidence and social connections through meaningful activities in the community. Support is tailored to your interests, abilities and individual goals.

It goes beyond a one-off outing. We help you find groups, classes and opportunities that match what you love, and support you to take part until you feel confident doing it on your own.

What’s included

How we support innovative community participation

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Social Connection & Networking

Building a social circle is vital for mental and emotional wellbeing. We support you with:

  • Interest-based groups

    Finding and joining local clubs, from art workshops and book clubs to sporting teams and gaming groups.

  • Building friendships

    Guidance on social cues and confidence-building to help you form lasting connections.

  • Community events

    Attending festivals, markets and local performances with a supportive companion by your side.

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Lifelong Learning & Vocational Growth

Community participation is also a chance to grow your skills and share your talents:

  • Volunteering opportunities

    Finding meaningful volunteer roles that align with your values and give you a sense of purpose.

  • Workshops and classes

    Support to enrol in and attend community college courses, adult education or hobby classes.

  • Skill sharing

    Encouraging you to share your unique talents with others in a community setting.

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Navigating the Modern World

Innovative means using every tool available to stay connected:

  • Digital inclusion

    Learning to use social media and online community forums safely to stay in touch with local happenings.

  • Public access confidence

    Getting comfortable using libraries, gyms and civic centres.

  • Expanding boundaries

    Trying new experiences that broaden your horizons and build your resilience.

Who it’s for

Who is this support for?

Looking for new friends

Participants who want to meet people who share their interests.

Building skills and purpose

People interested in volunteering, classes or learning something new.

Growing community confidence

Participants who want to feel more at ease in community spaces and online.

Families and support coordinators

Referring on behalf of a participant? We’re happy to talk it through.

How it works

Getting started with community participation

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Get in touch

Call, email or send an enquiry. Participants, families, carers and support coordinators are all welcome.

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Share your interests

What you enjoy, what you’d like to try and the goals in your plan.

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Find the right activities

We research groups, classes and opportunities that suit you.

4

Take part with support

We go with you, build your confidence and review progress together.

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FAQs

Innovative Community Participation: your questions

Everything you need to know before you get started.

Ask us a question

What is Innovative Community Participation?

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Innovative Community Participation is an NDIS support designed to help participants build skills, confidence and social connections through meaningful activities in the community. Support is tailored to your interests, abilities and individual goals.

What activities can I participate in?

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Activities may include social groups, recreational programs, volunteering, community events, creative activities, learning opportunities and other experiences that help you connect with your community.

Can this support help me make new friends and social connections?

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Yes. Community participation can provide opportunities to meet new people, practise social skills and build meaningful relationships in environments where you feel comfortable and supported.

Can Harissons Disability Care help me build confidence in the community?

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Yes. Our support workers can work alongside you to develop confidence, communication skills and greater independence while participating in community activities that interest you.

Is Innovative Community Participation funded by the NDIS?

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It depends on your individual NDIS plan, goals and approved funding. Our team can discuss your needs and help you understand how community participation support may fit within your available supports.

Get in touch

Connect with us

Let us know how we can help. We’ll call you back to talk through the activities you’d like to try and next steps.

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