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Community Access get out and take part.

Having a support worker alongside you opens up the community. Community access isn't just about getting somewhere. It's about participating fully in the things you want to do, with someone in your corner.

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About This Support

More than just transport

Community access support is about being part of things. Whether that's getting to a medical appointment, joining a social group, visiting a cafe, or heading to a sports event, your support worker is there to make it happen.

The places you go and the things you join are your call. We provide the support that makes it possible. For some participants that means physical assistance. For others it's confidence, navigation, or just having someone familiar alongside them.

Community access looks different for every person. We take the time to understand what you want from it before we start.

Funded under

Assistance with Social and Community Participation NDIS Core Supports, Category 04

Available to

  • Plan-managed participants
  • Self-managed participants
What's Included

Where we can support you

    • Transport to appointments, activities, and social events Getting there is half the battle. We help make sure you arrive.
    • Supported outings Cafes, shopping centres, parks, beaches, markets, galleries. You choose the destination.
    • Community events and activities Local events, cultural activities, religious gatherings, neighbourhood programs.
    • Sports and recreation Gyms, swimming, walking groups, sports clubs, and recreational activities.
    • Volunteering and learning Courses, community volunteering, library programs, and skill-building activities.
    • Medical and allied health appointments Support at GP visits, specialist appointments, and therapy sessions.
Community Access Programs

Our programs are community access too

Thrive Pathways runs its own group programs, all funded under the Social and Community Participation budget. They're a great way to connect with other people, build new skills, and be part of something.

Dungeons & Dragons

A facilitated D&D group led by Claire. Roll characters, go on adventures, and connect with a great group of people. Online via Discord.

Musicool

A music-based social program. No experience needed. Just people who like music, having a good time together.

Minecraft

An online Minecraft group for participants who love gaming. Claire-led sessions in a safe, moderated environment.

Tinker Tech

A hands-on technology and tinkering program. Electronics, builds, creative tech projects, and curiosity welcome.

Same budget, different format. Group programs are funded under Category 04, the same budget as individual community access support. Talk to us about which approach suits your plan and your goals.

NDIS funding for community access

Community access is funded under Assistance with Social and Community Participation (Core Supports, Category 04). This covers both individual 1:1 community access support and group programs like Thrive's own social programs.

Plan-managed participants: your plan manager handles invoicing. Self-managed participants: you pay and claim through the NDIS portal.

Not sure if this is in your plan? Get in touch and we'll help you check.

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Getting Started

Simple to get going

  1. Tell us what you want to do

    Let us know where you want to get to, what you want to try, or what's been stopping you from getting out.

  2. We match the right support

    We pair you with a support worker suited to the activities and environments you're interested in.

  3. Get out there

    Your first outing sets the tone. Low pressure, at your pace, with the aim of making it a regular thing.

Let's find your community.

Get in touch and we'll figure out the right support to get you out and about.

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