NDIS Social & Community Participation

NDIS Social & Community Participation

Social and community participation helps NDIS participants lead fuller, more connected lives. It involves engaging in enjoyable activities, meeting new people, and participating actively in the community. This can include joining a sports team, taking an art class, or simply hanging out with friends at a local café. These activities boost confidence, teach skills, and foster inclusion. For many NDIS participants, they’re vital for well-being, reducing isolation, and enhancing quality of life.

Wish Health’s Community Program

At Wish Health, we offer an NDIS Social and Community Participation program that helps people with disabilities get more involved in their community. Here’s what you need to know:

Our program includes:

• Fun group activities like art classes, sports, and outings
• Help to try new things and make friends
• Support to join local clubs or events
• Assistance in learning new skills

Benefits for participants:

• Meet new people and feel less lonely
• Gain confidence and independence
• Learn valuable skills for everyday life
• Have fun and enjoy new experiences
• Feel more connected to your community

We work with each person to find activities they enjoy and provide the proper support to help them participate. Our friendly staff are there to help you every step of the way, ensuring you feel comfortable and have a great time.

Types of Social and Community Activities

At Wish Health, we offer lots of fun activities for NDIS participants. Here’s what you can join:

1. Creative Workshops
   • Art classes: painting, drawing, and crafts
   • Music sessions: singing and playing instruments
2. Sports and Outdoor Activities
   • Team sports like basketball or soccer
   • Swimming and water activities
   • Nature walks and picnics
3. Social Outings and Events
   • Movie nights
   • Café meetups
   • Shopping trips
   • Bowling or mini-golf outings
4. Skill-Building Classes
   • Cooking lessons
   • Computer and technology workshops
   • Money management tips
   • Public transport training

We have something for everyone! Our friendly staff will help you choose activities you like and support your participation and enjoyment.

Activities Tailored for You

We tailor our activities to each participant’s unique needs and interests at Wish Health. Here’s how we do it:

1. Personal assessment: We start by getting to know each participant and understanding their likes, dislikes, goals, and abilities.
2. Customised plans: We create a personalised activity plan that matches the participant’s interests and supports their NDIS goals based on this information.
3. Variety of options: We offer various activities, from art classes to sports, so participants can choose what appeals to them most.
4. Flexible approach: We adjust activities as needed to ensure everyone can participate, regardless of their abilities.
5. Regular check-ins: We frequently talk with participants to see how they enjoy activities and make changes if needed.
6. Skilled staff: Our team is trained to support each person’s unique needs during activities.
7. Goal-oriented: We design activities to help participants build skills and work towards their personal goals.

By tailoring our approach, we help ensure that each participant gets the most out of our Community Participation program, enjoying activities they love while growing and developing new skills.

Benefits

Social and community participation can improve your life in many ways. Here are the main benefits:

1. Better social skills
   • Make new friends more easily
   • Feel more comfortable talking to people
   • Learn how to work well with others
2. More independence
   • Do more things on your own
   • Help build life skills and confidence
   • Learn to make your own choices
3. Happier and healthier mind
   • Feel less lonely or sad
   • Have more fun and enjoy life more
   • Lower stress and worry
4. Being part of your community
   • Feel like you belong in your neighbourhood
   • Join in local events and activities
   • Help others and make a difference

At Wish Health, we’re here to help you enjoy all these benefits through our fun and supportive activities.

NDIS Funding

The NDIS provides Social and Community Participation funding to help people with disabilities engage in social activities and be part of their community.

NDIS funding for Social and Community Participation comes in two main types:

1. Core Supports Budget

• Helps you join in community activities
• Can be used flexibly for different disability-related needs

2. Capacity Building Supports

• Helps you learn new skills and become more independent
• Customisable for a range of disability-related purposes
• Increased Social and Community Participation is a funded support category under Capacity Building Supports.
• With Capacity Building funding, you can get help to:
  • Set up volunteer work
  • Find a mentor
  • Join peer support groups
  • Learn new skills

Eligibility Criteria:
• You must be an approved NDIS participant
• Your goals should include increasing social participation or community involvement
• The activities must be considered “reasonable and necessary” for your needs

How to include it in your NDIS plan:

1. Identify your social and community participation goals
2. Discuss these goals with your NDIS planner or Local Area Coordinator during your planning meeting
3. Provide evidence of how these activities will help you achieve your goals
4. Ensure the activities align with the NDIS price guide for social and community participation
5. Your planner will then include appropriate funding in your NDIS plan if approved

Remember, the funding amount will depend on your individual needs and goals. When discussing your plan, you must be clear about what activities you want to pursue and how they’ll benefit you.