Supported Holidays

Supported Holidays & Therapeutic Activities

Structured, emotionally safe experiences designed to build independence, confidence and connection.

What Are Supported Holidays & Therapeutic Activities?

These are planned, supported experiences that help NDIS participants build life skills in real-world environments.

They are not just recreational outings.

They are structured opportunities to practise independence, emotion regulation and social participation.

NDIS participants together at home — inclusive, everyday life

Who This Service Is For

This service suits NDIS participants who:

  • Experience anxiety around travel or unfamiliar environments
  • Struggle with social participation
  • Avoid overnight stays due to emotional distress
  • Want to build independence in a supported way
  • Need gradual exposure to new experiences
Wide open beach with blue sky — a supported holiday destination

What Supported Holidays May Include

Depending on goals and planning, supported holidays may involve:

All activities are carefully planned with risk awareness and appropriate staffing.

  • Overnight or short-stay trips
  • Community-based travel experiences
  • Skill-building camps
  • Structured group activities
  • Gradual exposure to independent living environments

Therapeutic Activities

In addition to holidays, we offer structured therapeutic activities designed to build:

Activities are aligned with NDIS goals and capacity building outcomes.

  • Social confidence
  • Community engagement skills
  • Emotional regulation in public settings
  • Distress tolerance in unfamiliar environments
  • Planning and organisational skills

Our Approach: Safety & Structure First

Every supported experience is grounded in:

We do not run unstructured trips. We deliver supported, intentional experiences.

  • Clear behavioural expectations
  • Emotional safety planning
  • DBT-informed skill reinforcement
  • Appropriate staffing ratios
  • Communication with families and coordinators
  • Pre- and post-activity reflection
Tropical house with palm trees — holiday accommodation in a relaxed setting

How This Builds Capacity

Supported holidays and activities help participants:

Progress happens in the real world — not just in therapy rooms.

  • Increase independence
  • Reduce avoidance behaviours
  • Strengthen coping strategies
  • Build resilience
  • Improve community confidence
  • Develop social connection

Working Alongside Therapy & NDIS Supports

Many participants access this service alongside DBT Individual Therapy, Recovery Coaching, In-home & Community Support and Support Coordination.

This integration ensures experiences are purposeful and aligned with long-term goals.

NDIS Funding & Access

Supported holidays and therapeutic activities may be funded under:

Core Supports – Social & Community Participation

Capacity Building categories, depending on plan goals

We support self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed participants.

Planning and funding discussions occur prior to any booking.

Clinician in a warm, engaged conversation — professional referral context

Referrals

We welcome referrals from:

  • Support coordinators
  • Recovery coaches
  • Families and carers
  • Community mental health teams
  • Participants directly

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these holidays safe for high-complexity participants?

Suitability is assessed individually, and participation requires stable support planning.

Are these group-based?

Some are group-based, others are individual or small cohort depending on needs.

Is this respite?

No. These are structured, goal-oriented supports focused on capacity building.

How are risks managed?

Each activity includes structured planning, staffing oversight and clear escalation pathways.