Community access
Community access. Your kind of day.
A walk at the beach, a football game, an art class or a coffee with someone you know. Tell us what you'd like to get out and do. Vana Care is a registered NDIS provider offering community access support in Adelaide.
We'll plan it with you, including the support you need, funding, transport and safety arrangements. Then we'll check suitable worker availability and agree on the details.
In the media
Cole’s first art exhibition
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Where would you like to go?
What to expect from Vana Care's community access
You might want to try something new, or keep doing something you already enjoy. Your worker can help you plan the outing, get there and take part, with the support agreed for your needs.
- Outings chosen around your interests
- Friendly, trained support workers who move at your pace
- Chances to practise skills while doing something you enjoy
- Support to take part in your local community
You don't need a big adventure in mind. A familiar place or a short outing can be a good starting point.
Why community access matters
Getting out can mean seeing familiar faces, trying an interest or keeping a routine you enjoy. What matters is that it's worthwhile to you.
Try things at your pace
Practise shopping, catching a bus or going to an event with a support worker alongside you. You can take your time and talk about what help you need.
Do something you enjoy
A shared activity can give you a way to meet people with similar interests. We'll talk with you about the places and groups you'd like to try.
Take part locally
A club, cafe or volunteer group might be somewhere you'd like to spend time. We'll help plan the support you need to take part.
We'll plan around your interests, funding and safety needs. Ideas to discuss include a walk at Henley Beach, a trail at Morialta near Rostrevor or time around animals in the Adelaide Hills.
How it works
Getting started with community access
1. Reach Out
Call or send an enquiry. Tell us what you enjoy, what you'd like to try and the help you need.
2. Tell Us Your Story
Tell us what you enjoy and what helps you feel comfortable. We'll look for a worker with the skills you need, who can get to you at the times that work.
3. Plan the first outing
Once funding, support, transport and a suitable worker are agreed, we'll plan the first outing with you. We can review what worked afterwards.
Cole's art story
Cole developed his art practice with support worker Hollie and held his first public exhibition. ABC News reported that more than half of the displayed work sold on the night.Read the ABC News story
Community access: frequently asked questions
Questions about outings, activities, workers and NDIS funding.
What is community access under the NDIS?
Community access is support to get out and do things outside home, such as shopping, going to the gym, a social event or volunteering. What your NDIS plan can cover depends on your funding and the support involved.
What activities can I do with community access?
Community access can include gym sessions, art classes, football games, fishing, time with animals, coffee catch-ups and volunteering. The activity must fit your goals, funding, service agreement, safety needs and practical arrangements.
Can I pick my own activities?
You lead the activity planning. We work around your interests while checking funding, safety, worker availability, transport and the agreed support scope.
Do I get to choose my support worker?
Tell us who you feel comfortable with, and ask about meeting a worker before support starts. If the match doesn't feel right, please say so. We'll talk about what's happening and look at other suitable workers.
Where do you provide community access in Adelaide?
In Adelaide or the Hills? Tell us where you are and what you'd like help with. We'll look at travel, the support you need and which suitable workers are available.
How is community access funded through my NDIS plan?
Applicable Core Supports funding may cover agreed community participation supports. The team must still check the plan, available funding, service agreement, activity costs and current NDIS pricing rules.
How do I get started with community access?
Call 08 7228 6202 or use our Get Support page. We'll talk about what you'd like to do, check funding, safety and transport, and look for a suitable available worker before agreeing on a start.
You might also be interested in In-Home Support and Supported Independent Living, or browse our community access resources.
Your next step
What would you like to get out and do?
Call or send an enquiry about community access in Adelaide. We'll talk through your ideas, support needs, funding and transport, then check suitable workers and timing.