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Life skills and big changes

Grow your skills and confidence for what comes next

We help you build the everyday skills you need to be more independent. We also support you through big life changes, like moving into your own place, starting study or work, or changing your care.

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What is included

  • Everyday skillsCooking, budgeting, personal care and getting things done at home.
  • People skillsCommunication and social skills, to build confidence with others.
  • Big life changesSupport when you move out, start study or work, or change where you get care.
  • A plan made with youWe make a personal plan together, and help you work towards it step by step.

The official NDIS names for these supports

Your NDIS plan may use these names. Here's what each one means.

Development-Life Skills
Programs to build everyday skills for more independence.
Assist-Life Stage, Transition
Support to plan for and manage big changes in your life.