Community Participation
Leura Day Options provides meaningful and enjoyable activity programs for adults with a variety of support needs.
It is funded by the NSW Department of Ageing and Disability as a Post School Options and Community Participation provider.
Our programs:
Are based on individual needs
Use our centre and community based facilities
Offer both small group and individual sessions
Place a high priority on community access
AIMS OF THE SERVICE
- To provide stimulating, age appropriate activities based on individual needs
- To promote independence in all areas
- To maintain and further develop existing skills
- To improve quality of life
- To promote communication and choice making skills
- To have fun
Program Options
Leisure and Recreation: a range of options are available based on individual choice-music, cooking, art, craft.
Social Programs: eating out, coffee shop, concerts, shopping.
Personal Development: a variety of activities that enhance personal development and independence.
Sensory Programs: aromatherapy, touch equipment, sensory room, massage therapy.
Movement and Motor Programs: relaxation, fine and gross motor activities.
Community Access: local attractions, movies, tenpin bowling, shopping.
Communication Programs: devised to enhance and further develop individual communication systems.
Therapy Programs: music therapy, physio and exercise therapy, spa.
Work skills
Life skills: independent living, banking, cooking etc
Numeracy and literacy skills
Hours of Operation:
The service operates Monday to Friday between 9.30 am and 3.30 pm.
Entry Criteria:
Attendance within the program is negotiated on an individual basis dependent on need and special requirements.
Essential requirements include:
Being 18 years or older
Must be leaving or have left school
Have a disability-our focus is on very high support need, but not high behavioural need
Small daily fee applies
Other Features:
The program is wheelchair accessible.
Wheelchair accessible vehicles available
Trained staff
LEURA DAY OPTIONS PROMOTES
Learning, Life, Laughter
Dignity, Diversity, Discovery
Opportunities for:
- growth
- independence
- experiences
Want more information?
Contact Susan Hatswell, Service Manager on (02)47843651
