Community Access Western Sydney
Community access is about meaningful inclusion, friendship and participation, always at your own pace. We help you get out, join in and build the connections that matter to you.
Registered NDIS providerGetting out, joining in, belonging
Community access is support to take part in the life of your community, from social activities and hobbies to appointments, shopping, volunteering and connecting with others. It is about inclusion and confidence, not just outings.
At 1 Care Connect, community access is built around what genuinely matters to you. A consistent support worker who knows your goals helps you participate on your own terms, at a pace that feels right.
Is community access funded by the NDIS? Yes. Community participation is commonly funded within your Core Supports, Assistance with Social and Community Participation. Your support coordinator can help you include it in your NDIS plan.
What community access covers
Support to take part in the community in the ways that matter to you.
Social activities
Support to join social groups, hobbies and recreational activities, and to build real friendships.
Getting out and about
Help accessing your local community: shopping, appointments, errands and everyday places.
Skill building
Practising the everyday skills that build confidence and independence out in the community.
Faith and culture
Support to stay connected to your faith community, culture and the traditions that matter to you.
Friendship and connection
Reducing isolation by helping you meet people, stay in touch and feel part of something.
Recreation and outings
Group and individual outings, days out and recreational activities planned around your interests.
Who community access suits
Community access suits anyone who wants to get out more, build connections and take part in community life with the right support beside them.
- People feeling isolated or wanting more connection
- Participants building confidence and independence
- Anyone with social or recreational goals in their plan
- Families wanting meaningful, inclusive activities
Everyone deserves to belong somewhere
Community access is about more than outings. It is friendship, confidence and being genuinely included in the life of your community.
Why 1 Care Connect for community access
Here is what makes our community access different.
Values-led
Inclusion and belonging are at our core, so support is genuine and person-centred, never a box to tick.
Consistent team
A familiar worker who shares your interests and knows your goals, not a different face each week.
Nurse-led back-up
Behind every worker is a nurse-led team, so participants with health needs can take part safely.
How to start community access
Getting started with 1 Care Connect is straightforward.
Tell us your goals
Call 1300 264 942 or send the form. Tell us what you would love to do and where you want to go.
We match and plan
We match you with a worker who shares your interests and plan activities around your goals.
Get involved
Your worker supports you to get out, join in and build connections, at your own pace.
Community access alongside your other supports
In-home care
Daily support at home that pairs naturally with getting out into the community.
Learn moreTransport
Reliable travel to activities, appointments and social plans across Western Sydney.
Learn moreGroup programmes
Structured day programmes that build skills, confidence and friendships in a group.
Learn moreCommunity Access, answered
What is community access under the NDIS?
Community access, or community participation, is support to take part in social, recreational and community life. Under the NDIS it usually sits within Core Supports, Assistance with Social and Community Participation.
What kinds of activities can you support?
Social groups, hobbies, outings, shopping, appointments, volunteering, faith and cultural activities, and skill building, whatever helps you connect and take part. We plan around your interests, not a fixed menu.
Will I have the same worker each time?
Yes. We match you with a consistent worker who shares your interests and understands your goals, so support feels natural and builds real trust.
Is community access funded by the NDIS?
Usually yes, within your Core Supports. Speak to your support coordinator or Local Area Coordinator, and read more on the NDIS website.
What areas do you cover?
We support community access across Western Sydney and the Greater Sydney region. See our locations page or call us to check your suburb.
Let's help you get out and join in
Tell us what you would love to do and the support you are looking for. We will talk through how we can help.
- 1Tell us what you need
The person, their goals and their NDIS plan, as much as you know.
- 2We talk it through
What we can offer, how the funding works, and the next steps, honestly.
- 3Support begins
If we are a good fit, a consistent team starts, with regular check-ins.
Enquire about community access
Tell us a little about the person and the support they are looking for.
Meaningful connection, close to home
Talk to our team about community access that helps you belong, across Western Sydney.