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Friday: Managing Self & Social Connection
Morning – Managing Self: Making Decisions
The morning session builds decision-making skills to help participants manage themselves in work and life situations. This includes noticing and identifying problems, understanding challenging situations, and evaluating the possible consequences of different choices. Participants will practise solving problems in appropriate ways and reflecting on their actions to improve future decisions.
Afternoon – Social Connection: Community BBQ
In the afternoon, the focus shifts to building social connections through a relaxed community setting. Participants will take part in a park BBQ with ball games and activities that encourage teamwork, fitness, and fun. This session highlights the importance of social connection for wellbeing, creating opportunities for positive interactions and healthy lifestyles.
Benefits & Outcomes:
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Build confidence in making decisions and solving problems
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Learn to reflect on personal actions and choices
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Strengthen understanding of social connection as part of wellbeing
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Enjoy community participation through outdoor activities
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Improve fitness, social interactions, and teamwork in a supportive environment
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.
