Social connection
Group and centre-based activities
Group and centre-based support can help you build connections, try new things and take part in shared activities. We work with you to understand what kind of group or activity suits your interests.
Support is individualised, even when you are taking part in a group. We focus on your goals, your comfort and your connection with others.
Who it may suit
- Children, young people and adults who want to take part in group activities
- People who would like to build social connections
- Families looking for supported social and community options
Goals we can work towards
- Building social connections
- Trying new activities in a supported environment
- Feeling more confident in group settings
- Having fun and taking part in community life
What support can look like
These are examples only. The support you receive will be agreed with you and based on your plan, goals and circumstances.
- Social and community groups
- Arts, crafts, music and games
- Community outings and shared experiences
- Skills-based group activities
- Building confidence in group settings
How getting started works
- 01
Get in touch
Call us, send an enquiry or make a referral. Tell us what kind of support you are looking for and where you live.
- 02
Talk through your needs
We will discuss your goals, routines, funding arrangement and the kind of support that could work for you.
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Explore the next step
If we are a good fit, we will talk through the practical arrangements, including a service agreement and how support will work.
Funding for this support
Group and centre-based activities can be funded through self-managed or plan-managed NDIS funding. We cannot accept NDIA-managed funding while our registration is in progress. We do not publish a fixed group timetable; contact us to discuss current options.
Read more about NDIS funding and our registration progress.
Where this support is available
We support participants across Western Sydney, including Blacktown, Penrith and Parramatta. Support is delivered in your home and community. Contact us to confirm availability for your suburb.
Questions about this support
Where do group activities run?
Can I choose the group I join?
Is group support available for children?
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Talk to us about group activities.
We will talk through your goals, funding and location, and let you know whether we are the right fit.
Unified Steps is currently unregistered and progressing through NDIS registration. Self-managed and plan-managed funding only. We cannot accept NDIA-managed funding. SIL availability depends on our registration application.