Lads ILE
Friday, Sep 04, 2026 – Sunday, Sep 06, 2026
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Learn and develop new skills within a small supportive group on this Independent Living Experience with Johnny H.
An Independent Living Experience involves a short stay in the local area within a small group where we build the skills, confidence and motivation needed to be self-sufficient in our daily lives. Over the 3 days away, our small group will work through a checklist of activities and tasks designed to build independence within a safe and encouraging environment.
Day 1 – Grocery Shopping and Cooking Skills
Participants will begin the program by planning simple & healthy meals together, creating a shopping list, and visiting the supermarket to purchase ingredients. They will then work as a group to prepare and cook the meal. This activity supports the development of practical life skills such as meal planning, safe food handling, teamwork, and following instructions. It also promotes independence, confidence in the kitchen, and an understanding of nutrition and making healthier food choices.
Participants will take part in a guided travel training experience, catching the train to a chosen location. During this activity, the group will learn how to read transport timetables, purchase or use travel cards, navigate stations, and practise safe travel behaviours in the community. The benefits of this activity include building confidence in using public transport, increasing independence, and improving community access skills.
Day 3 – Daily Living Skills
The group will discuss the importance of maintaining a clean and organised home environment. Participants will then put these skills into practice by completing everyday household tasks such as washing clothes, doing dishes, and vacuuming. This activity helps build responsibility, routine, and pride in maintaining personal living spaces. The independent living experience will end at 12pm on Sunday.
Focus areas include, but are not limited to:
- Time management.
- Diet and Nutrition.
- Personal Care.
- Money Management.
- Meal Preparation.
- Communication.
- Decisions and Choices.
- Daily Navigation.
In a nutshell:
- 3 days, 2 nights.
- Location will be given to those that book in for this experience.
- Small group of 3 people plus same gendered support person.
- Support ratio of 1:3
- Participant cost for meals
- Travel, accommodation, and support included in price.
- Funded from STA Core Funding based on final group ratio
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This program is designed for active participants with a mild to moderate intellectual or developmental disability.
There will be a small group of male clients staying in shared accommodation.
Rooms will be allocated based on gender. One male staff member will be onsite providing support.
This ILE has a ratio of 1:3 support and takes place over a weekend.
Final NDIS funding is calculated at a ratio of 1:3 as per the NDIS Pricing Schedule, effective 1 July 2026.
A small participant cost applies to cover meals as outlined in the program overview.
Bookings close one week before the activity unless sold out prior.
Please refer to our Cancellation Policy prior to booking.
