At Nova Horizon Sport Services, we offer Social and Community Participation support as part of the CORE and CAPACITY BUILDING sections of your NDIS Plan. This funding, specifically under Core Supports as “Assistance with Social and Community Participation” (Support Category 1.04), is designed to help you engage in community activities, improve your social skills, and enhance your overall well-being through meaningful connections and active participation in various social and recreational endeavours.

 

What is Social and Community Participation?

 

Social and Community Participation is a category of support provided under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia. It is designed to assist NDIS participants in engaging with their community, participating in social activities, and developing essential social skills. The aim is to enhance their overall well-being, independence, and quality of life by fostering meaningful connections with others and being actively involved in community life.

The Social and Community Participation funding aims to enable NDIS participants to be active members of their communities, promoting inclusion, social interaction, and a sense of belonging.

 

Assistance with Social and Community Participation (Core Supports)

 

Assistance with Social and Community Participation is a specific support category under the NDIS. Falling in support category 4 under Core Supports, it helps NDIS participants actively engage with their community and participate in various social activities, fostering a sense of belonging and inclusion.

This support may include funding for various activities and services promoting social interaction, community engagement, and skill development. Activities that involve face-to-face services are only included in this category of funding. Examples include:

Attending personal development courses

• Joining social groups

• Going on outings or holidays

• Participating in holiday camps

• Visiting local libraries

• Attending movies or concerts

• Joining sporting clubs

• Attending community events

This support aims to enhance the participant’s social skills, encourage meaningful connections with others, and enable active participation in community life. By promoting social and community engagement, individuals with disabilities can experience improved well-being, increased self-confidence, and a greater sense of community belonging.

Participants work with their NDIS planner to identify the specific activities and services that align with their interests and goals.

 

Increased Social and Community Participation:

 

Increased Social and Community Participation is a specific capacity-building support category under the NDIS, categorized under support category 9 under Capacity Building Supports. This support empowers NDIS participants to develop and enhance their social and community engagement skills, leading to increased active involvement in community activities and social interactions.

This support provides training, coaching, and resources to help individuals become more actively involved in their communities and social settings. It aims to build an individual’s capabilities and confidence, leading to greater independence and increased participation in various social and community-based activities. Examples include:

• Cooking Classes: Funding for a limited number of cooking classes to allow a participant to explore their culinary interests and build their cooking skills.

• Outdoor Adventure Activities: Financial assistance to attend outdoor adventure camps or groups that focus on building teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Adaptive Sports Equipment: Funding to purchase adaptive sports equipment, such as a specially designed basketball wheelchair, to enable a participant to participate in wheelchair basketball or other adapted sports actively.

 

How Nova Horizon Sport Services Can Support Your Community and Social Participation

 

At Nova Horizon Sport Services, we offer comprehensive support for individuals with disabilities to actively participate in their communities and engage in social activities. Through personalized planning, we understand each participant’s interests and goals, enabling us to facilitate access to community events, social groups, and recreational activities tailored to their preferences.

Our experienced staff provide social skills development, fostering confidence and effective communication in social settings. We offer transportation assistance, inclusive workshops, and collaborative efforts with families and caregivers, ensuring participants can build support networks and lead fulfilling lives while contributing to their communities.

Nova Horizon Sport Services aims to empower individuals to embrace community and social participation, promoting independence, inclusion, and well-being.