NDIS SUPPORT ITEM 0116
Innovative Community Participation
Go beyond traditional community activities. Explore unique, creative, and innovative ways to connect with your community, pursue your passions, and live your best life.
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Why settle for ordinary when you can experience extraordinary? At Bridges Care Services, our Innovative Community Participation service helps you access unique, engaging, and non-traditional community activities that align with your personal interests, goals, and dreams.
This service (NDIS Support Item 0116) is designed for participants who want to try something different—whether that's adaptive surfing, drone flying, virtual reality experiences, microenterprises, creative technology, or any other innovative activity that helps you connect with your community in meaningful new ways.
Innovative Activities We Support
Think outside the box. Here are just some examples of innovative community participation we can help you access:
Adaptive Sports & Recreation
- Adaptive surfing and water sports
- Wheelchair basketball and rugby
- Rock climbing with adaptive equipment
- Scuba diving experiences
- Horseback riding therapy
Technology & Digital Experiences
- Virtual reality gaming and experiences
- Drone flying and photography
- 3D printing and design
- Coding and app development
- Gaming tournaments and esports
Creative Arts & Media
- Digital art and graphic design
- Podcasting and content creation
- Film making and video production
- Music production and DJing
- Photography exhibitions
Micro-Business & Entrepreneurship
- Starting your own small business
- Online store creation
- Craft market stall setup
- Social media influencing
- Business mentorship programs
Environmental & Sustainability
- Community garden projects
- Wildlife conservation activities
- Beach and park cleanup initiatives
- Sustainable living workshops
- Urban farming and beekeeping
Performing Arts
- Inclusive theater productions
- Stand-up comedy classes
- Dance performances and choreography
- Musical theater workshops
- Public speaking and storytelling
Social Enterprise & Volunteering
- Volunteering at unique organizations
- Peer mentoring programs
- Community advocacy projects
- Disability awareness education
- Social justice initiatives
Travel & Adventure
- Accessible travel planning
- Interstate group trips
- Cultural immersion experiences
- Adventure tourism activities
- Camping and outdoor expeditions
Science & Education
- Citizen science projects
- Astronomy and stargazing groups
- Robotics and engineering clubs
- Museum and science programs
- Educational workshops and courses
How Innovative Community Participation Works
We help you turn your ideas into reality through a personalized, flexible approach.
💭 Step 1: Dream Big
Share your interests, passions, and goals with us. What have you always wanted to try? What makes you excited? There are no wrong answers—we're here to help you explore possibilities.
🔍 Step 2: Research & Planning
We research available innovative activities and opportunities in your area (or online). We explore accessibility, costs, locations, and what support you'll need to participate successfully.
📝 Step 3: NDIS Approval
We help you understand if your NDIS plan covers innovative activities and assist with any documentation needed. We can support you to request plan variations if necessary.
🎯 Step 4: Action Plan
We create a detailed plan covering logistics, equipment, transport, support requirements, and any skill-building you might need before starting the activity.
🚀 Step 5: Let's Go!
We provide the support you need to access and participate in your chosen innovative activity—whether that's transport, equipment setup, skill coaching, or just being there for encouragement.
🌟 Step 6: Celebrate & Reflect
We document your achievements, celebrate your progress, and help you decide what's next. Want to go deeper? Try something new? It's entirely up to you.
Why Choose Innovative Community Participation?
Going beyond traditional community activities offers incredible benefits:
🎯 Pursue Your Passions
Engage in activities you're genuinely excited about rather than settling for what's available.
🌟 Build Unique Skills
Develop talents and abilities that set you apart and open new opportunities.
👥 Meet Like-Minded People
Connect with others who share your interests, not just people with disabilities.
💪 Boost Confidence
Achieve things you didn't think were possible and discover your full potential.
🏆 Create Opportunities
Innovative activities can lead to employment, volunteering, or business opportunities.
🎉 Have More Fun!
Do things that genuinely excite you and bring joy to your life every day.
What Our Participants Say
"I always loved technology but never thought I could learn to fly a drone because of my disability. Bridges Care helped me join a drone flying club, provided the support I needed, and even helped me get adaptive equipment. Now I take aerial photos at community events and I'm starting a small photography business! Innovative community participation completely changed my life and gave me a real purpose."
— Michael T., Mount Annan Participant
Why Choose Bridges Care?
Creative Problem Solving
We find ways to make seemingly impossible activities accessible for you.
Extensive Network
Connections with innovative organizations, adaptive sports, and unique programs.
Participant-Led
You choose the activities—we make them happen. It's all about your dreams.
Ongoing Support
We stay involved as long as you need us, helping you succeed at every step.
Funding & Eligibility
Innovative Community Participation (0116) is funded under your NDIS plan's Core Supports – Social and Community Participation or Capacity Building – Increased Social and Community Participation budgets.
✓ You're Eligible If:
- You have an NDIS plan with funding for Social and Community Participation
- The activities help you achieve your NDIS goals (social connection, skill building, community engagement)
- The activities are reasonable, necessary, and value for money
- You're motivated to try innovative approaches to community participation
Have an innovative idea? Contact us to discuss whether your NDIS plan can fund it. We help you navigate the approval process and make your vision a reality.
Ready to Try Something New?
Don't let your disability limit your possibilities. Explore innovative ways to connect with your community.
Let's turn your dreams into reality.
📞 Call us: 1800 964 924
📧 Email: contact@bridgescare.com.au