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Health & Wellbeing, Social Connections, Craft & Games
Fridays focus on supporting physical wellbeing, building social confidence and encouraging positive group participation.
Morning Focus
The morning session centres on health and wellbeing through exercise and group activities. Participants engage in physical activities such as running, jumping and climbing, supporting the development of balance, coordination, strength and endurance.
Sessions also build decision-making and risk assessment skills, helping participants learn to choose safe equipment, understand their physical limits and make safe choices during activities. Group-based activities encourage communication, teamwork and cooperation, supporting social development and positive peer interactions.
Afternoon Focus
The afternoon session focuses on craft and games, with an emphasis on social skills and social connection. Participants engage in structured activities that support task initiation, task persistence and problem-solving skills, while also encouraging creativity and participation in a group setting.
Benefits and Outcomes
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Improve physical skills including balance, coordination, strength and endurance
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Develop decision-making and risk assessment skills
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Build confidence in participating in physical activities
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Strengthen communication and teamwork through group activities
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Encourage respect, sharing and positive social interaction
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Support task initiation, persistence and problem-solving skills
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Develop creativity through craft and games
Who is This For?
The Life Skills Day Program is designed for people aged 16 and over with a mild to moderate intellectual or developmental disability. Working within a small group and led by an experienced facilitator, Johnny H Life Skills supports both school leavers and adults to build the capacity and skills needed for everyday living and increased community participation.
Meals, Transport & More
The NDIS price covers the duration of the term and will be arranged through a Program of Supports.
Bookings can be made at any time during the term.
The NDIS price includes support only.
Johnny H can consider booking requests from those whose NDIS funds are Self Managed, Plan Managed or Agency Managed.
A standard cost of $2.50 applies to all participants to cover the cost of course materials and certain activities, which are not covered by the NDIS.
Participants can bring their own lunch or enjoy a meal prepared in-house for a small fee which covers the cost of morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and drinks, all prepared fresh each day. Lactose and gluten free options are available – you may indicated your dietary needs when booking.
For those who bring their own meals, please be aware that we are a nut-free centre – for the health and safety of all participants, please avoid bringing foods that contain nuts.
Shuttle bus transport is available – please choose your preferred options when booking. Shuttle time and cost will be calculated according to your pick up / drop off point.
We do our best to minimise any changes but plans may be forced to change due to external staffing, school holiday programming and adverse weather.
Please refer to our Cancellation Policy prior to booking.
