● NDIS · Group and centre-based activities

Group Activities

days out with friends

Fun group outings and activity days, from the zoo and bowling to arts, baking and sensory play at Thrive HQ. Make friends, try new things and have a great day out.

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What is it?

What are

group activities?

Group activities are outings and activity days where you spend time with other people, try new things and build friendships, with support from our team. They're usually funded through Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation in your NDIS plan.

Activities run on set days and are posted on our events page. Some have a small out-of-pocket cost for things like entry tickets, and we'll always tell you upfront. Looking for a regular weekly program? Try our DO Groups.

This may suit you if you:

✓ Want to make friends and get out and about

✓ Enjoy trying new places and activities

✓ Would like activities in a small, supported group

✓ Are under 18 and looking for school holiday activities

What we do

What you

can do

Here are some of the things our groups get up to.

Outings and adventures

Days out at places like the zoo, the bowling alley and local attractions.

Thrive HQ days

Arts and crafts, baking, sensory play and team building at our HQ.

Transport included

Drop-off and pick-up at Thrive HQ, or we can arrange to collect you.

Under 18 groups

School holiday activities for younger participants.

Supported groups

Our team plans support ratios with you before each day.

DO Groups

Want something regular? Our DO Groups run across the week.

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.

We'll chat through support ratios and funding with you before each activity, so you know exactly what to expect.

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 group activities.

Choice and Control

People lead their own lives.

You choose the activities you want to join.

Kindness

Care should feel human.

Friendly staff who make sure everyone feels welcome.

Inclusion

Everyone belongs.

Activities planned so everyone can take part.

Respect

Dignity is never optional.

We respect your choices, preferences and pace.

Excellence

Good enough isn't the EC Way.

Well-planned days, with safety and fun front of mind.

How is this

support funded?

Group activities are funded through your NDIS plan. These are the support categories you can use.

Core Supports

Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation

Covers your support during group activities.

Core Supports

Transport

Travel to and from activities, where it's included in your plan.

Good to know

Out-of-pocket costs

Entry tickets and some activity costs aren't covered by the NDIS. We'll always tell you upfront.

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

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Port Elliot and Middleton

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Mount Compass

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Strathalbyn

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Adelaide Hills

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Wider Fleurieu

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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 group activities, 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

How do I find out what's on?

Check our events page, follow us on Facebook or Instagram, or call our team.

Are there out-of-pocket costs?

Some activities have a cost for things like entry or food. NDIS funding covers support and travel costs. We'll always tell you the cost upfront.

Where do activities start?

Most activities start and finish at Thrive HQ, 96 Victoria Street, Victor Harbor. Pick-up and drop-off can often be arranged.

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 group activities, 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

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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

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