Community support can help NDIS participants take part in everyday activities, build confidence and maintain meaningful relationships. The right support begins with the participant’s goals, not a standard activity list.
What community support can look like
Depending on the participant’s plan and service agreement, support may involve attending appointments, shopping, visiting local places, taking part in recreation, practising public transport, joining community groups or developing confidence communicating in public settings.
Start with interests and goals
A useful first conversation explores what the participant enjoys, what currently gets in the way and what successful participation would look like. Some people want to reconnect with a former interest; others want to try something new or become more independent with familiar activities.
Support workers and community participation
A support worker can assist with planning, travel, communication, safety and skill building. Good support should encourage the participant’s choices and capabilities rather than taking over decisions.
Review what is working
Activities and support arrangements should be reviewed. Feedback can help adjust timing, worker matching, communication and the level of assistance.
Community support across Perth
Access4All’s primary service is community support and participation across the Perth metropolitan area, with strong local experience around Cockburn, Spearwood, Kelmscott, Bertram and Baldivis.