NDIS Group and Centre Activities
Something to Look Forward to Every Week
Joining a group, learning something new, making friends, and getting out regularly—these things matter for your wellbeing. Serene Life builds programs around them. Group and Centre Activities support gives you a regular, structured reason to connect with others and enjoy your week.
Social, Structured, and Built Around What You Enjoy
Group and Centre Activities give you a planned way to spend time with other people. Sessions may focus on social time, recreation, practical skills or shared interests.
Serene Life can talk with you about the type of group you want, your support needs, access needs and what is running in your area. Programs can change with participant interest, location and staff capacity.
How Group Activity Funding Works
The price for group support can change with the activity, group size, worker ratio and time of the session. Serene Life will explain the price and billing method before support starts.
From 1 October 2026, some NDIS funding for social and community supports will change. The changes will apply as plans are created, reassessed or renewed. Keep using the funding in your current plan until the NDIA updates it.
Support From People Who Know the Group
A support worker guides the session, helps people take part and helps new members settle in. The amount of help can differ between programs and participants.
If you need nursing or other clinical care during a group, tell Serene Life before you book. The team can check what type of support may suit the session and whether it is available.
What Serene Life Group Programs May Include
Programs can change through the year. Ask what is running near you, which days are available and whether the group has a place for you.
Arts and Creative Programs
Painting, drawing and craft can give the group a shared activity. Photography may be part of some programs. People can meet others with similar interests.
Cooking and Meal Skills
Cooking groups may cover meal planning and kitchen safety. Participants may prepare food together with support.
Fitness and Movement Programs
Programs may include walking, seated movement or swimming. Activities depend on the group and venue.
Social and Games Groups
Board games, cards and trivia can work well in a relaxed group. They give people a clear activity to join.
Music and Performance
Music sessions may include singing, rhythm, music listening or group performance. Ask the team what is running before you book.
Outdoor and Nature Activities
Some programs may include local walks, parks, picnics or other outdoor activities. The team can check the location and your support needs before the session.
Life Skills in a Group Setting
Some groups may practise cooking, travel or planning. Other sessions may work on communication or daily skills.
Cultural and Community Events
Some outings may include markets, local events or sport. Each outing depends on the program and group needs.
Who Is This Support For?
People Who Want More Social Connection
Group activities can suit people who want regular time with others. A shared interest gives the group something to do together. Meeting the same people can make social time feel more familiar.
People Who Prefer a Set Activity and Schedule
A set day, place and activity can suit people who find open-ended outings hard to plan. You know when the session starts and what the group will do.
People Who Use Group and Individual Support
Some participants use group sessions and one-to-one community support. The right mix depends on your plan, your goals and the help you need.
People Who Want to Build Confidence With Others
A small group can give you time to practise social skills. You can work on communication and routines with other people there.
Young Adults Looking for Peer Activities
Group sessions can give young adults a place to meet peers through shared activities. Ask which current programs suit your age, interests and support needs.
People New to Group-Based Support
If you have not joined a supported group before, Serene Life can explain what happens in a session. You can ask who attends, what the group does and what help is available.
How to Join a Serene Life Group Program
Check the Funding in Your Current NDIS Plan
Look at the supports and funding shown in your current plan. If you are unsure how your plan applies to group activities, speak with your plan manager, support coordinator or my NDIS contact.
Ask What Programs Are Running
Contact Serene Life and ask about current group activities in your area. Check the day, time, place, activity, group format and available places.
Talk About Your Support and Access Needs
Tell the team about mobility, sensory, health or communication needs. The team can check the activity, venue and support with you.
Agree on the Service Details
Before support starts, confirm the program, schedule and price. Your service agreement should state the support ratio and billing method. It should state the cancellation terms too.
Attend and Review the Fit
Tell the team what works for you after you start. If your needs or interests change, ask about another current program or support arrangement.
Can You Use Group Programs and One-to-One Community Participation?
Yes. You may use group support and one-to-one community support when both fit the funding in your plan. Group support is shared with other people. One-to-one support is built around one person’s activity and schedule.
If you use both, check the funding in your current plan. Agree on the price and support arrangement before each service starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between group activities and one-to-one community participation?
Group activities bring people together for a planned session. One-to-one support is for one person’s activity and schedule. Your plan and support needs help decide which service fits.
How many participants are in each group?
Group size depends on the program, venue, support ratio and participant needs. Ask Serene Life for the current group size before you book.
What if I want to try a program before committing?
Ask whether a trial or first-session option is available for the program you are interested in. This can vary between programs.
Can I bring my own support worker to a group program?
This depends on the program, your support arrangement and how each service is funded. Tell Serene Life before you book so the roles, support ratio and billing are agreed in advance.
Are group programs accessible for participants with physical disabilities?
Tell Serene Life about mobility, equipment and access needs before you book. The team can check the venue and activity with you. It can then confirm what support is available.
How does billing work for group programs?
Billing depends on how your NDIS funding is managed and which support item is used. Serene Life will tell you the rate and billing method before support starts.
I am a support coordinator. How do I refer a participant?
Contact Serene Life with the participant’s support needs, interests and suburb. Share preferred days and any access needs. The team can check current programs and capacity, then discuss the next steps.