Innovative Community Participation
Step Outside the Ordinary and Discover Exciting Pathways in Your Local Area
Creative and Empowering Out-of-the-Box Supports to Boost Confidence and Connections
What is Innovative Community Participation?
Innovative Community Participation is a capacity-building NDIS service focused on helping you find and join mainstream social, educational, and professional networks. Instead of traditional classroom programs, we use real-world, highly personal mentoring to help you build confidence, develop social skills, and find a true sense of belonging in the community.
Who Benefits From This Service? This program is perfect for participants looking to expand their social circles, build independence outside of group centres, learn new skills, or transition toward volunteering or mainstream employment.
Our Targeted Local Support: We are proud to deliver highly localized programs, matching you directly with local community gardens, volunteer hubs, and business networks.
Our Services Include:
Individualized Social Mentoring
One-on-one coaching to help you find and join clubs, interest groups, and social circles.
Practical Life Skills Coaching
Hands-on guidance to master public transit paths, map local walks, and navigate community spaces on your own.
Volunteering & Micro-Business Setup
Support to discover local volunteer opportunities, join community projects, or set up micro-businesses based on your talents.
Public Transit Mastery
Supported practice planning trips, reading timetables, and using travel cards until you feel confident going solo.
Start Your Adventure Today
We support you to build confidence, make meaningful connections, and enjoy new experiences in your community.
True Community Connection
Sustainable Independence
Our goal is to mentor and support you until you no longer need our workers to participate in the activities you love, building true community connection.
Innovative Process Steps
- Step 1: Discover Your Passions
We discuss your goals, interests, and what you would love to achieve in your community.
- Step 2: Build Your Connection Plan
We find local clubs, classes, or volunteer spaces that match your interests.
- Step 3: Supported Transition
Your mentor joins you for the first few sessions to ensure you feel comfortable, safe, and welcome.
Innovative Participation FAQs
No. NDIS funding only covers the support hours. Any ticket prices, club fees, or personal transport costs are paid by the participant.
Yes. We help build foundational communication and social skills that are essential for workplace confidence and success.