Social and Community Participation

Building skills, confidence and meaningful relationships

Social and Community Participation

Building skills, confidence and meaningful relationships

Overview

Employ for Ability’s social and community participation programs are a great complement to our NDIS programs that more expressly focus on practical skills.

These programs help participants build their self-confidence, social skills and problem-solving skills in a safe and engaging environment while undertaking activities that participants enjoy.

All involve group sessions facilitated or supervised by one of our specialist coaches, maximising opportunities for peer & social interaction. As more than half of our team is neurodivergent, we combine lived experience, professional expertise, and evidence-based practice into all our service offerings.

What programs are offered?

A selection of our social and community small-group programs are outlined below. Some may be subject to a waiting list depending on current participant numbers.

Dungeons & Dragons

  • Dungeons & Dragons is more than a game; it is an opportunity for participants to explore their strengths, build relationships, and develop practical social skills.
  • Participants work together to overcome challenges, improve communication, and practise decision-making in a safe and engaging environment.
  • The program promotes confidence, self-expression, and a sense of belonging within a supportive community.

Chess Group

  • Chess Group participants strengthen their strategic thinking and analytical skills while enjoying meaningful social interaction.
  • Suitable for players of all experience levels, the group offers opportunities to learn new techniques, challenge yourself, and collaborate with others.
  • Through gameplay and discussion, participants can build confidence, communication skills, and positive social connections.

Art Group

  • Art Group participants build creative skills while enjoying the benefits of a positive social environment.
  • The group offers opportunities to explore different mediums, develop confidence, and share ideas with others. Through creativity and collaboration, participants strengthen self-expression, wellbeing, and social connections.

Social Games Group

  • Social Games Group brings people together through engaging and enjoyable activities. Participants develop social skills, build confidence, and strengthen relationships while taking part in a variety of board games, card games, team based or friendly-competition experiences.
  • With a focus on inclusion, fun, and collaboration, the group provides opportunities to connect with others, build meaningful connections, and enjoy shared experiences in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Video Games Group

  • Video Games Group participants develop social connections and build confidence through interactive gaming experiences. Whether working together to achieve a common goal or taking part in friendly competition, participants strengthen communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • With a focus on inclusion and enjoyment, the group offers a fun and supportive space to connect with others and explore personal strengths.

Study Support

  • Our facilitators support participants break down assignments into manageable tasks so they make steady progress without feeling overwhelmed. We also provide time management strategies needed to balance study commitments and stay on track.
  • Note: this is a study-skills support program for participants in post-secondary education and does not provide tutoring assistance on participants’ area of study.

Who is it for?

These programs are for neurodivergent NDIS participants aged 18 and older.

Depending on the service and how your plan is structured, our clients commonly use funding from:

  • Increased Social and Community Participation under Capacity Building
  • Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation under Core Supports; and/or
  • Improved Daily Living Skills for some individual coaching and capacity-building supports.

The appropriate funding category will depend on the service, your goals and whether the funding in your plan is flexible or stated. We can discuss the likely funding category with you or your plan manager before services commence.

Next Steps

Your EFA journey commences by meeting with one of our Developmental Educators.

To book the appointment visit our NDIS Programs page.