We work alongside you to build practical skills for everyday life – so you can do more for yourself and make your own choices.
About our Development of Daily Living & Life Skills support
Life-skills support is about learning by doing. Rather than doing things for you, we teach, encourage and practise with you – in your own home and community – until new skills feel natural.
Your goals guide everything. We break big goals into small steps and celebrate progress along the way.
What's included in Development of Daily Living & Life Skills
- Cooking, meal planning and healthy eating
- Budgeting, shopping and managing money
- Cleaning, laundry and home routines
- Using public transport and getting around safely
- Communication, social and relationship skills
- Using phones, apps and technology
Who Development of Daily Living & Life Skills is for
- People preparing to live more independently
- Young people building skills for adulthood
- Anyone who wants more confidence and choice in daily life
Culturally safe development of daily living & life skills for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander participants
We can include bush tucker, traditional food and on-Country activities in skill-building when that is meaningful to you. About our First Nations approach
Development of Daily Living & Life Skills in Melbourne, Regional Victoria & Regional NSW
As an NDIS registered provider (Reg. ID 4-M1J1K4X), Haven Community Care delivers development of daily living & life skills across Metro & Regional Victoria – including the southern and eastern suburbs of Melbourne, and country Victoria including Ballarat, Bendigo and Shepparton – and Regional New South Wales, including Dubbo, Cobar, Nyngan, Lightning Ridge, Warren, Bourke, Brewarrina, Balranald, Hay and Broken Hill. Supports are available to self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed participants. See our service areas.
How to get started
Call us, send a referral or ask a question. We will arrange a time to yarn with you about your goals and how we can help.
FAQ
Common questions about Development of Daily Living & Life Skills
What life skills can you help me build?
Cooking, budgeting, shopping, cleaning, laundry, using public transport, communication, social skills and using technology – based on your goals.
Will my support worker do things for me?
Our focus is on teaching and practising with you, so you can do more for yourself over time and make your own choices.
Where does life-skills support happen?
In your home and in your community – wherever the skill is actually used.
Related services
Related NDIS services
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Family-centred support for young children with developmental delay or disability.
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Tailored exercise and activity programs to improve strength, mobility and wellbeing.
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🤝Participation in Community, Social & Civic Activities
Get out, connect and take part – in sport, culture, events, learning and community life.
Learn moreReady to talk about your supports?
Call us, send a referral or ask a question. We reply within one business day.