Small group programs for life and friendship

Welcome to Community Connections in Mt Waverely

Learn new skills, gain confidence and make friends at Community Connections.

Our Community Connections program for children, teenagers and adults – run at our Mt Waverley centre and out in the local community, and is designed to help you achieve your goals alongside people who share your interests.

Our fun and educational activities are run in a safe and supportive environment, so all you need to do is focus on what you want to achieve – and we’ll help you get there.

Activities are tailored around the interests of the group but could include: music making and dancing, cooking, budgeting, travel, going to the gym, the cinema, exercising, painting and creative arts, swimming, gardening, and much more.

Programs are currently available from 9 am to 3 pm, Monday to Friday, 50 weeks a year, including school holidays.

Click here to download the Community Connections brochure, or if you’re ready to take your next step to paid employment check out our Job Skills program.

Next Level Connections

Participants come together in a safe and inclusive community environment to engage in structured and semi-structured games, including interactive, tabletop, and movement-based activities.

Trained staff support positive social interactions and adapt games to meet individual needs, ensuring fun, growth, and connection.

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Pathways 2 Possibilities (P2P)

For older students, school leavers and anyone who wants to try new things and practice skills needed for the next steps in life (Ararat and Wangaratta).

Cooking

Cooking sessions help participants build independence through learning meal preparation, budgeting, kitchen safety, and planning. The program boosts confidence, encourages healthier routines, and supports daily living skills.

Entrepreneur Recycling Program

Participants collect and recycle cans to raise funds for future projects. They learn teamwork, responsibility, and money-handling skills while helping the environment.

While working toward their goals, they are earning money, learning valuable employment skills, and helping save the environment – one can at a time!.

Swimming

Swimming supports physical health, mobility, and emotional wellbeing. It improves strength, confidence, and routine while offering a calming and enjoyable form of exercise.

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Art Program

Art sessions encourage creativity, confidence, communication, and emotional regulation. Participants develop fine motor skills, engage socially, and work toward personal goals in a relaxed environment.

Music Program

Learning an instrument is a powerful and rewarding experience. Music supports wellbeing, builds confidence, improves memory and encourages self‑expression.
Cre8 offers lessons in guitar, drums, bass, piano, keyboard and vocals, taught by experienced musicians.
Lessons are tailored to each student’s ability and interests, exploring a wide range of musical styles. Instruments and equipment are provided, or students may bring their own.

Registered NDIS Provider and Certified Social Enterprise

As a registered NDIS provider, number #4050000577, we ensure that our services meet the NDIS Practice Standards and Code of Conduct, offering you peace of mind and quality supports.

We are recognised by Social Traders as a Social Enterprise, Australia’s only Social Enterprise certification.

How to find us

9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, 50 weeks a year, including school holidays.

VMCH Disability Services, 535-537 High St Rd, Mount Waverley VIC