Community Participation

Community Participation

Community participation and social support in Perth

NDP helps NDIS participants build confidence, connect with others, develop everyday skills and take part in meaningful community activities across Perth and Western Australia.

NDIS participant enjoying community participation support
Support that fits your goals
Social, skill-building and community access
Connected, confident and included

Participation should feel natural, enjoyable and genuinely useful

Community and social participation gives people with disabilities more opportunities to connect with others, explore interests, build life skills and contribute to their local community.

At NDP, we create personalised support plans around each participant's interests, goals, comfort level and NDIS funding. Whether the goal is meeting new people, attending local events, learning new skills or becoming more independent, our team helps make each step easier.

Community participation support activity
What we support

Practical support for real community life

Our support can be one-on-one or group-based, depending on the participant's needs, goals and preferences.

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Social participation

Support to attend social groups, meet new people, join local activities and build positive relationships.

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Skill development

Activities that support independence, communication, confidence, decision-making and everyday life skills.

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Community access

Assistance to access shops, libraries, parks, appointments, local events and recreational spaces.

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Personalised support

Support matched to the participant's choices, routines, abilities, culture and personal goals.

Activity examples

Meaningful activities, chosen around the participant

We help participants explore activities that match their interests, comfort level and long-term goals.

Creative and social community activity

Creative and recreational activities

Art, music, hobbies, local outings, community events and activities that help participants enjoy their interests.

Skill development and independence activity

Life skills and confidence building

Cooking, technology, communication practice, using public spaces and learning practical everyday routines.

Community access and social participation support

Community access and inclusion

Support to volunteer, attend groups, visit local places and participate more actively in community life.

Participant supported to engage with the community
Why it matters

Community participation can change everyday life

Being part of the community is about more than attending activities. It helps participants build independence, strengthen social skills, make choices, practise routines and feel a stronger sense of belonging.

How it works

A simple support pathway

We start with the participant's goals, then build a support plan that feels realistic, safe and enjoyable.

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Understand goals

We listen to the participant, family or support coordinator to understand interests and priorities.

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Plan activities

We match suitable activities, outings or skill-building opportunities to the participant's plan.

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Provide support

Our team provides respectful, practical assistance during community access and social participation.

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Review progress

We adjust support as confidence grows, goals change or new interests appear.

Good to know

Community participation FAQs

What is community participation under the NDIS?

Community participation support helps NDIS participants take part in social, recreational, educational and community activities that build confidence, independence and connection.

Can support be personalised?

Yes. NDP tailors community participation support around the participant's interests, goals, support needs, location and NDIS plan.

What activities can participants do?

Activities may include social groups, community events, art or hobby activities, volunteering, shopping, library visits, fitness groups, cooking, technology workshops and other skill-building activities.

Do you support people across Perth?

Yes. NDP supports NDIS participants across Perth and Western Australia. Contact our team to discuss your location and support requirements.

Ready to join your community with confidence?

Tell us about your goals and our team will help you plan the right support.

Enquire now

Talk to our community support team

Share what kind of community participation support you are looking for and we will get back to you shortly.

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