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Health, Wellbeing and Managing Self
Wednesdays focus on building understanding of personal wellbeing while developing skills to manage emotions, behaviour and daily routines.
Morning Focus
The morning session centres on health and wellbeing, with a focus on managing self. Participants explore strategies to recognise emotions, regulate behaviour and build positive daily habits. Activities may include guided discussions, simple mindfulness exercises and practical strategies to support self-awareness and independence.
On a fortnightly basis, participants will also engage with Nepean Therapy Dogs. These sessions support emotional regulation, reduce anxiety and provide a calm, supportive environment to build confidence and connection.
Afternoon Focus
The afternoon session focuses on a centre-based craft project. Participants engage in structured creative activities that support focus, patience and task completion. Projects may be individual or group-based and are designed to encourage routine, independence and a sense of achievement.
Benefits and Outcomes
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Develop understanding of personal health and wellbeing
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Build skills in emotional regulation and managing behaviour
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Increase self-awareness and confidence in daily routines
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Support calmness and connection through therapy dog interaction
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Improve focus, patience and task completion
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Encourage creativity and participation in structured activities
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Strengthen communication and social engagement skills
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.
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.
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.
The NDIS price includes support only. Johnny H can only accept booking requests from those whose NDIS funds are Self or Plan Managed. If your plan is Agency Managed, please call 1300 053 001 to discuss your options.
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.
Bookings can be made at any time during the term.
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.
