Capacity Building Life Skills That Increase Independence
Supporting you to develop everyday life skills that increase independence and control. Geelong Disability Services supports you to build everyday life skills.
Capacity Building Life Skill Services
everyday life skills that increase
independence and control
By focusing on your own specific goals, we can support you to master the skills you need to achieve greater independence, confidence and control.
Practical Skills Training for a Successful Future
Enhance Independence and Boost Self-Esteem
Building everyday skills not only allows you to be more independent, it also builds a greater sense of self-esteem.
How Geelong Disability Services Can Help
Depending on your goals and needs, we can develop a program to support you.
- Household Management
- Developing and Following a Budget
- Literacy and Numeracy
- Money Skills
- Learning About Renting
- Household Care
- Laundry and Clothes Care
- Preparing a healthy weekly menu
- Shopping and Groceries
- Cooking and Healthy Eating
- Hygiene and Personal Care
- Support Joining Local Exercise Classes and Sporting Clubs
- Relaxation Techniques
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Road Safety
- Using Public Transport
- Planning How To Get To and From Destinations
- Connecting With Other People
- Developing Relationships
- Friendships and Group Work
- Personal Presentation
- Support to Join Local Groups Based on Your Interests
- Visiting Local Community Centres
- Eating Out
HOW IT WORKS
The Process
1
Initial Contact and Meeting Setup
Upon receiving an enquiry, we will promptly respond by calling or emailing the client to arrange a meeting.
Schedule a meeting for our Director Support Services to visit the client’s home and discuss their plan and requirements.
2
understanding your plan, needs & preferences
During the meeting, our Director Support Services will discuss the client’s plan, their specific needs, and preferences regarding support workers.
Complete an intake document to gather comprehensive information about the client, covering various questions.
3
paperwork processing & System Setup
Go through and sign necessary documents such as the Service Agreement, Share Consent, Homesite Safety Risk Assessment, and obtain a scan of the client’s NDIA Plan.
The client will receive our Information Folder, containing a Client Handbook, service overview brochure, and a feedback/complaints/compliments form.
4
Coordinator Assignment & Rostering
Once a Coordinator is assigned, they will access the client’s documents and contact them to arrange a meeting.
For additional support services, the Director Support Services will suggest suitable workers.
The rostering team will schedule shifts according to the client’s preferences and introduce the assigned workers.
What Our Clients Are
Saying About Our Services
Maria & Leo
Support Co-ordinationI (we, as I’m also talking on behalf of my brother Leo) cannot ever express enough what a difference you made to Henk’s life. We are extremely grateful. Gratitude for all of the work Kerrie did for me over the almost past year. Her professionalism, wonderful personality and helpfulness will be remembered life long. I also understand that there are other support workers out there that are excellent in their service delivery and have the right professional attitude as well. It's just a matter of finding one that fits. Thank you very much to you also for looking after me so kindly.
Dari Han
Support Co-ordinationThe team at GDS do so many things right! I love the excellent communication with the staff in the office. They take their time to pair support workers with participants which have similar interests to ensure both individuals get something out of their time with each other and can learn and grow together. GDS are always there to support participants through hard times and helping them to feel safe and valued. The best part of working for this company is the diverse work force free from discrimination which is so rare to find particularly in the disability industry.
Lee
Support Co-ordinationI've been a member for many years and the help and assistance that GDS have provide has improved my life beyond my expectation's
Alexandra
Co-FounderI have had only positive experiences with GDS, the staff are lovely and have made the transition into NDIS smooth for my daughter and I, thanks guys 🌞
Barbara
Support Co-ordinationGeelong Disability Services is the agency you need in challenging times. Donna and her team go beyond the call of duty to support those who need assistance. They are qualified, supportive and professional. I cannot recommend them highly enough!
Amy
Support Co-ordinationMy experience with gds has been rewarding. The delivery of the support worker's right up to the senior management. I found a friendly and sincere welcoming environment. The attention given to services to clients details, impressive. Thank you GDS!
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Supporting you to build everyday life skills
Please don’t hesitate to contact Geelong Disability Services about our Capacity Building Life Skills Services in Geelong, The Surfcoast and Bellarine Peninsula areas.
