Being part of the community builds confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging. Innovative Community Participation is an NDIS support that helps participants develop skills and confidence to engage in community life — through learning activities, social programs, and capacity-building experiences.
At Empower Independence Care, we support you to try new things, build independence, and connect with your community in ways that match your interests, goals, and comfort level.
Who it’s for
This support may be right for you if you are an NDIS participant and you:
Want to build confidence in social and community settings
Would like to try new activities, hobbies, or learning programs
Need support improving communication and social skills
Want to develop everyday skills through community-based learning
Feel isolated and want to make connections safely
Want more structure, motivation, and routine outside the home
How we help
Supports are tailored to your goals and may include:
Support to attend community activities and social groups
Confidence-building in public settings (shops, libraries, parks, events)
Skill-building through community-based learning programs
Support to build communication, social skills, and routine
Encouragement to try new hobbies, activities, and positive experiences
Support to set goals and gradually increase independence and participation
What you get
With Empower Independence Care, you can expect:
Goal-focused support that builds confidence over time
Choice and flexibility based on your interests and comfort
Skill development through real-life community experiences
Respectful support that promotes independence, not dependence
A supportive team that helps you feel included and empowered
Funding & availability
Innovative Community Participation is generally funded through the NDIS under Capacity Building supports, depending on your plan goals and funding categories.
We support self-managed and plan-managed participants (and can discuss NDIA-managed options). Availability depends on your suburb, preferred schedule, and program requirements.
Your pathway
Enquiry – Tell us your suburb and what you’d like to improve or explore.
Consultation – We learn your interests, goals, and comfort level.
Activity planning – We suggest suitable activities and build a routine plan.
Start participation – Supports begin with steady confidence-building steps.
Progress reviews – We track improvements and adjust activities as you grow.
FAQs
1) What is Innovative Community Participation under the NDIS?
It’s a support that helps participants build skills and confidence through community-based activities, learning, and social participation.
2) Is this different from “Participate Community”?
Yes. This support often focuses more on capacity building — developing skills and confidence through structured community-based learning and experiences.
3) Can you help me build social confidence and communication skills?
Yes. We can support you to practise social interaction, build communication skills, and feel more comfortable in public and group settings.
4) Do I have to join group activities?
Not always. Supports can be 1:1 or structured around your goals and comfort level.
5) What kind of activities can be included?
Activities may include learning programs, hobby-based participation, community outings, and skill-building experiences aligned with your NDIS goals.
6) How do I know if my plan covers this service?
If your plan includes capacity building supports and goals related to independence, social connection, or community involvement, you may be eligible. We can help you check.
7) How do I get started?
Contact us with your suburb, plan management type, and what you want to work on — and we’ll arrange a quick consultation.
