NDIS day programs · Hastings, Mornington Peninsula
Rancare Connect runs school leaver programs, group activities, camps and respite from Hastings. We're a registered NDIS provider, and every participant learns at their own pace.
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Places in Kickstart and Jumpstart are limited. Tell us a little about the participant and we'll call you back. Start an enquiry
What we run
Practical programs that build everyday living skills, social confidence and community participation.
A one-year program for school leavers and young adults. Cooking, household skills, hands-on work experience and job-ready skills, with the chance to gain RSA, Food Handling and Barista Basics certificates.
Kickstart Program details on the Programs pageFor participants who thrive with a bit more support. Everyday independence, personal care routines and getting involved in the community.
Jumpstart Program details on the Programs pageA Wednesday social group, a Thursday men's group, travel training and a weekly craft group.
Group activities details on the Programs pageGroup camps year-round, run as Short Term Accommodation, and respite at a home in the coastal village of Somers.
Camps and respite details on the Programs pageFlexible one-to-one support: everyday tasks, companionship, getting to appointments and joining in community activities.
1:1 support details on the Programs pageTell us the participant's age, how their plan is managed and what they enjoy. We'll suggest a starting point.
Ask usRegistered with the NDIS Commission
Because we're a registered NDIS provider, participants can use Rancare Connect whether their funding is self-managed, plan-managed or NDIA-managed.
Getting started
Online or by phone. Tell us the participant's age, how their NDIS funding is managed and which program interests them. Support coordinators can refer directly.
Within one business day — to confirm. We'll talk about goals, support needs and which program suits.
Visit the program in Hastings and meet the team — to confirm how first visits work.
We go through our participant handbook, service agreement and intake forms with you, then agree a start date.
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