● NDIS · Social and community participation

Community Supports

get out and do what you love

A support worker alongside you to get out into your community, whether that's the shops, the beach, the footy, a class or catching up with friends.

Make a referral → Call 1800 716 824

What is it?

What are

community supports?

Community Supports give you a support worker to help you do the things you want to do out in the community. That could be going to the gym, joining a local club, getting to the shops or trying a new hobby. It's usually funded through Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation in the Core Supports of your NDIS plan.

Support can be one-to-one or in a small group, and it's available across Victor Harbor, Port Elliot, Middleton, Mount Compass and Strathalbyn. Our aim is to build your confidence and independence, and help you feel part of your community.

This may suit you if you:

✓ Want to join local groups, clubs or events

✓ Would like support to try a new hobby

✓ Need help getting to and from activities

✓ Want to build confidence being out in the community

What we do

How we

support you

Every plan is different. Your support is built around your interests, your goals and what you want to try next.

Community activities

Support to go to local events, recreation programs, social groups and volunteering, so you can build friendships and confidence.

Transport and getting around

Help to travel safely to and from activities, appointments and social events, on your own or with support.

Skills and independence

Building everyday skills like communication, social interaction and problem-solving, so you feel confident out and about.

Safety and support

Trained staff support you during activities, so you feel safe, engaged and confident in new places.

Activities planned around you

We plan activities with you that match your interests, goals and abilities, so every outing means something.

DO Groups

Prefer to get out with others? Our DO Groups run across the week, from cooking and art to exploring and staying active.

Who will

support you?

You'll be matched with trained support workers whose experience fits your needs, goals and interests. We focus on consistency, so you see familiar faces you know and trust, and you always have a say in who supports you.

Our trained staff support you during activities, so you feel safe and confident wherever you go.

The EC Way

How we do it:

the EC Way

The EC Way is how we show up, every day. Small actions, every interaction. Here's what it looks like in community supports.

Choice and Control

People lead their own lives.

You choose where you go and what you do.

Kindness

Care should feel human.

We go at your pace and celebrate the small wins.

Inclusion

Everyone belongs.

We look for activities based on your interests, not your disability.

Respect

Dignity is never optional.

We speak to you, not about you, wherever we are.

Excellence

Good enough isn't the EC Way.

We plan ahead so every outing runs smoothly.

How is this

support funded?

Social and Community Access is funded through your NDIS plan. These are the support categories you can use.

Core Supports

Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation

Support from a worker to take part in community, social and recreational activities.

Capacity Building Supports

Increased Social and Community Participation

Building the skills and confidence to take part in your community more independently.

Core Supports

Transport

Help with getting to and from activities.

However your plan is managed, we can support you

NDIA-managed

We claim directly from the NDIS for you.

Plan-managed

We send our invoices to your plan manager.

Self-managed

We invoice you, and you claim from the NDIS.

Not sure what's in your plan?

We'll help you work it out before you commit to anything. No cost, no pressure.

Call 1800 716 824

Where we work

Where we

provide this support

Victor Harbor

Available

Port Elliot and Middleton

Available

Mount Compass

Available

Strathalbyn

Available

Adelaide Hills

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Wider Fleurieu

Talk to us

Not on the list? Get in touch and we'll let you know if and how we can support you.

How to get started

Call us on 1800 716 824, email us, or make a referral online.

We'll have a chat about your goals, what you'd like support with and how often.

We'll check your NDIS plan has funding for social and community participation, and help you work it out if you're not sure.

We'll match you with the right people from our team and agree a time to meet.

There's no cost and no obligation to have a chat.

Make a referral → Call 1800 716 824

FAQs

Common

questions

What kinds of activities can I do?

Whatever matters to you. The beach, the shops, the library, sport, a class, local events or catching up with friends. We plan your support around what you want to do.

What is social and community participation funding?

It's the NDIS support category that pays for a worker to help you take part in social, recreational and community activities. It usually sits in the Core Supports part of your plan.

Can you help me get to and from activities?

Yes. Your support worker can help you travel to and from activities, and we can help you build the skills to use public transport if that's one of your goals.

Do you run group activities too?

Yes. Our DO Groups run across the week and are a great way to make friends and try new things with other people.

Make a referral

Ready to

get started?

Talk to us about what you need and we'll walk you through what's possible. There's no obligation and no cost to have a chat.

Get in touch

Fill in the form, call us on 1800 716 824 or email our team. You can refer yourself, or be referred by family, a support coordinator or a health professional.

Have a chat

We'll get to know you, your goals and the support you'd like, at a time and place that suits you.

Check your funding

We'll look at your NDIS plan with you, so you know what's covered before you commit to anything.

Meet your team

We'll match you with support workers who fit your needs and interests, and agree a time to start.

Make a referral or enquiry

Tell us a little about yourself or the person you're referring, and a member of our team will be in touch.

Prefer to talk? Call 1800 716 824 or email enquiries@empoweringconnection.com.au

Get in touch

Not finding what

you're looking for?

Our team is happy to help. Get in touch about community supports, your funding, or anything else.

Call us

Speak to our friendly team

1800 716 824

Email us

We'll get back to you as soon as we can

enquiries@empoweringconnection.com.au

Make a referral

For yourself or someone you support

Start a referral →

Send us a message

Tell us a little about what you're looking for and we'll be in touch.

Disability support from a local team across the Fleurieu Peninsula.

1800 716 824

enquiries@empoweringconnection.com.au

Shop 6, 68–78 Victoria Street, Victor Harbor SA 5211

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