Participate Community

Being part of your local community helps build confidence, friendships, and independence. At Vision Community Support, we support you to get out and about, join activities you enjoy, and feel included—at your pace, in a way that feels comfortable and safe.

Who it’s for

This support may be right for you if you want to:

• Meet new people and improve social skills

• Join groups, clubs, sports, or cultural activities

• Reduce isolation and build confidence in public places

• Attend events and activities with safe, reliable support

• Practice using transport and navigating the community

• Build routines and independence outside the home

How we help

We provide practical, friendly support to help you participate in community life, such as:

• Going to parks, markets, libraries, cafés, and community centres

• Support to attend social groups, hobby classes, or fitness activities

• Help to build conversation and social confidence

• Support with planning outings and managing time

• Assistance to access local services and community programs

• Transport support to and from activities (if funded)

What you get

With us, you can expect:

• Respectful, person-centred support

• Support workers matched to your needs and personality

• Flexible scheduling (weekdays/weekends)

• Encouragement to build independence, not dependence

• A safe and positive experience in the community

• Clear communication with you and your family (if you want)

Funding & availability

This service is commonly funded under:

• Core Supports – Assistance with Social & Community Participation
  Your availability depends on your location and preferred schedule. We can help you understand what your plan covers and how to use it.

Your pathway

1. Free chat – Tell us what you enjoy and what support you need

2. Plan check – We confirm your NDIS funding and goals

3. Meet your support worker – We match you with the right person

4. Start participating – Join activities and build confidence step-by-step

FAQs

1) What does “Participate Community” mean in NDIS?
It’s support that helps you take part in social and community activities to improve inclusion and independence.

2) Can you support me to attend events and appointments?
Yes—community access can include attending events, activities, and community-based appointments (depending on your plan goals).

3) Do I have to join group activities?
No. We can support you one-on-one, and only do group activities if you want.

4) Can I choose what activities I do?
Yes—your interests and goals guide everything we do.

5) Can you help with social anxiety or confidence in public?
Yes. We can start slowly and build confidence over time in a supportive way.

6) Do you provide transport?
If your plan includes transport-related supports, we can assist you to travel safely.

7) Can you help me join local clubs or classes?
Yes—we can help you find and attend suitable local options.

8) Are your support workers trained?
Yes, our team is selected for professionalism, empathy, and participant safety.

9) Can support be provided on weekends?
Yes—subject to availability, we offer flexible support times.

10) How soon can I start?
Once we confirm your plan and match a worker, you can start as soon as scheduling allows.