Refer participants to community and social participation in Coffs Harbour, NSW
Community and Social Participation covers support for NDIS participants to engage in social, community, and civic activities.
Refer to community and social participation
- 41 registered providers in Coffs Harbour
- Category 4: Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation
- Free, no obligation
Takes about 30 seconds.
Best Community And Social Participation providers near me
Showing 10 of 41 providers·How we chose these
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 89 othersAlso servesAbercrombie, NSW · Armidale, NSW · Ashcroft, NSW · Ashfield, NSW · Auburn, NSW · Austral, NSW · Austral Eden, NSW · Bagot Well, SA · Bagotville, NSW · Balgowlah, NSW · Ballina, NSW · Balmain, NSW · +77 more · National provider
- 50+ families connected
- Specialises in Cleaning, Personal care
Brighter Harmony Support is among the highest-ranked NDIS registered providers in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales in our data. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them. They have a track record of following through on more than 50 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for cleaning and personal care.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 13 othersAlso servesBallarat North, VIC · Bendigo, VIC · Berwick, VIC · Campbellfield, VIC · Cranbourne, VIC · Ferntree Gully, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Mernda, VIC · Mildura, VIC · Sunshine North, VIC · Waranga Shores, VIC · +1 more · National provider
- 25+ families connected
- Specialises in Personal care, Cleaning
Sunraysia Murray Disability Services works across 11 NDIS support categories in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. They have a track record of following through on more than 30 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for personal care and cleaning.
How this listing is sourced
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 1 otherAlso servesPort Macquarie, NSW · State-wide provider
- 5+ families connected
- Specialises in Personal care, Cleaning, Social support
Superior Personalised Assistance works across 8 NDIS support categories in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. They support both NDIS and aged care funding. They are most often contacted for personal care and cleaning. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Not finding the right match?
Leave your details and we'll connect you with Community And Social Participation providers in Coffs Harbour. No wait list.
No login. No spam. We text or email when a match is ready.
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 5 othersAlso servesCasino, NSW · Katherine, NT · Lismore, NSW · Port Macquarie, NSW · Tennant Creek, NT · State-wide provider
- Specialises in Support coordination, Accommodation support, Social support
CASPA Services works across 13 NDIS support categories in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. They operate across New South Wales. They are most often contacted for support coordination and accommodation support. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Art Therapist, Counsellor, Developmental Educators
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 16 othersAlso servesBallina, NSW · Bellingen, NSW · Brisbane, QLD · Brisbane City, QLD · Byron Bay, NSW · Casino, NSW · Coolangatta, QLD · East Lismore, NSW · Grafton, NSW · Kyogle, NSW · Lismore, NSW · Logan Central, QLD · +4 more · State-wide provider
- Specialises in Cleaning, Personal care
Based in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Careworks Disability Support is an NDIS registered provider. Registered across 8 NDIS support categories, including Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education, shared living support and transport assistance. Cleaning and personal care are among their most-requested supports. They operate across New South Wales.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 3 othersAlso servesBellingen, NSW · Grafton, NSW · Woolgoolga, NSW · State-wide provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in Personal care, Social support, Nursing
Chapman Support Services works across 11 NDIS support categories in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Active on Carevo in the past week. They are most often contacted for personal care and social support. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 3 othersAlso servesKinvara, NSW · Southport, QLD · Tweed Heads, NSW · Hyperlocal provider
- Specialises in Nursing
Prosperity Community Care works across 14 NDIS support categories in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Active on Carevo in the past week. They are most often contacted for nursing.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Physiotherapist, Registered Nurse
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 1 otherAlso servesSandy Beach, NSW · State-wide provider
- Specialises in Personal care, Cleaning, Transport
Truepath Ability Support Services works across 11 NDIS support categories in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. They also offer accommodation support.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 1 otherAlso servesBonville, NSW · State-wide provider
- Fast responder, usually replies within an hour
- Specialises in Social support, Personal care, Transport
Based in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, All Purpose CALD Services is an NDIS registered provider. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including household tasks, Support Coordination and Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports. Social support and personal care are among their most-requested supports. They typically respond to enquiries quickly.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Cleaner, Disability Support Worker, Gardener
Coffs Harbour, NSW and 6 othersAlso servesBoambee, NSW · Grafton, NSW · Iluka, NSW · Lawrence, NSW · Toormina, NSW · Yamba, NSW · State-wide provider
- Specialises in Cleaning
Caringa Australia works across 19 NDIS support categories in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. They are most often contacted for cleaning.
How this listing is sourced
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address on file
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Physiotherapist, Social Worker
About Coffs Harbour, NSW
Population
25,752
Local government area
Coffs Harbour (City)
Providers listed
41
Coffs Harbour sits within the Coffs Harbour (City) local government area in NSW. Providers serving this area often cover surrounding suburbs in the same LGA, so it is worth checking neighbouring areas if you cannot find an exact match.
How to check a provider's credentials
Carevo lists the registration details a provider reports and links you to the official Australian registers so you can confirm them before referring a participant. Here is what each listing shows and where to verify it.
NDIS registration
Listings show whether a provider reports being NDIS registered. You can confirm a provider's current registration and approved support types yourself on the NDIS Commission's public provider register.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval
Listings show aged care approval where it is recorded. You can check a provider's current approval and the services they deliver on the Australian Government's My Aged Care find a provider service.
Source: My Aged Care (Department of Health and Aged Care)ABN you can check
Most listings include the provider's Australian Business Number, shown on the profile. You can look it up on the Australian Business Register to confirm the business is registered and active.
Source: Australian Business RegisterComplaints process
If you or a participant has a concern, the NDIS Commission handles complaints about NDIS providers and the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission handles aged care complaints. We also accept complaints via our own channel.
Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care CommissionHow we select and rank these providers
Providers on this page are filtered from our database of 41 community and social participation providers in Coffs Harbour by NDIS registration group. Registration status is drawn from the NDIS Provider Register, which you can check yourself.
Ranking factors include: NDIS registration status, profile completeness, a provider's track record of responding to families, and whether the listing is claimed. Listings rotate daily to give all providers fair visibility. Paying for a subscription does not affect ranking, and we do not accept payment for higher placement.
Provider data is sourced from the NDIS Provider Register and updated regularly. If you notice incorrect information, contact us and we will investigate.
About Community and Social Participation in Coffs Harbour
Community and Social Participation covers support for NDIS participants to engage in social, community, and civic activities. This includes one-on-one community access, social skill building, group outings, and support to attend appointments and activities. Providers must hold the Participation in Community, Social and Civic Activities registration group.
Of the 41 community and social participation providers in Coffs Harbour, 10 are NDIS registered and 10 have claimed their listing on Carevo. Providers in this area cover 32 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.
With 41 providers in Coffs Harbour, you have a reasonable range of options when matching participants. Compare registration status, service descriptions, and proximity before making a referral.
Community and Social Participation Pricing in Coffs Harbour
The following NDIS price limits apply to community and social participation in Coffs Harbour under the 2025-26 NDIS Pricing Arrangements. These are maximum rates. Providers may charge less, and plan-managed or self-managed participants can negotiate different rates with unregistered providers.
| Line Item | Description | Price Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 04_104_0125_6_1 | Access Community Social and Rec Activ - Standard - Weekday Daytime | $70.23 per hour |
| 04_105_0125_6_1 | Access Community Social and Rec Activ - Standard - Saturday | $98.83 per hour |
| 04_106_0125_6_1 | Access Community Social and Rec Activ - Standard - Sunday | $127.43 per hour |
Standard metropolitan rates. Remote and very remote loadings apply in eligible areas. Evening, Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday rates are higher.
What Community and Social Participation Covers
The Community and Social Participation registration group includes the following services. When referring, match the specific service type to the participant's plan goals and funded line items.
One-on-One Community Access
Individual support to attend community activities, appointments, social events, shopping, and recreational activities. The worker accompanies the participant and provides the level of support needed to participate.
Social Skill Building
Structured support to develop social skills, build relationships, and increase confidence in social settings. Often combined with community access activities.
Community Group Activities
Supported participation in existing community groups, clubs, and programs. The worker helps the participant engage rather than running a separate disability-specific program.
Appointment Support
Assistance attending medical appointments, government services, and other community appointments. Includes support during the appointment and transport where funded.
Common Referral Scenarios
Real-world situations where you would refer a participant for community and social participation in Coffs Harbour.
A participant's goal is to join a local sports club but needs initial support to attend sessions, learn the routines, and build relationships with other members. Refer to a provider who focuses on community inclusion rather than segregated activities.
A participant with psychosocial disability is socially isolated and needs regular community outings to build confidence. Start with 1:1 support and work toward reducing support hours as the participant becomes more independent.
A participant wants to volunteer at a local organisation. Refer to a community participation provider who can support the initial setup, training period, and gradual withdrawal of support.
What to Expect After Referral
Good community participation providers start by understanding the participant's interests, goals, and current social networks. They then identify appropriate community activities and develop a plan for building independence over time. Expect the provider to document progress toward participation goals, not just log hours of support delivered.
Red Flags to Watch For
Warning signs that a community and social participation provider may not be delivering quality services.
Provider running only segregated, disability-specific group activities rather than supporting community inclusion
No plan for reducing support over time as the participant builds skills
Activities chosen based on provider convenience rather than participant interests
No goal tracking or progress documentation
Provider billing community access hours when the participant is actually attending a group centre program
How Community and Social Participation Works with Other Supports
Community Participation connects with Transport (getting to and from activities), Daily Personal Activities (personal care support during outings), and Employment (community participation can be a stepping stone toward employment). Consider whether the participant's community access goals could be better achieved through Innovative Community Participation if traditional approaches are not working.
How to Refer a Participant for Community and Social Participation
Step 1
Check plan funding in Category 4
Step 2
Verify provider registration status
Step 3
Contact provider or submit referral
Step 4
Set up service agreement with line items
Step 5
Monitor delivery and document outcomes
Referral Tips for Community and Social Participation
Match the participant's interests and goals with the provider's program offerings. Ask about group sizes, staff-to-participant ratios, and whether the provider can accommodate specific needs (mobility, communication, behavioural). For participants building independence, look for providers that offer a graduated support model with decreasing hours over time.
What to Check Before Making a Referral
Registration Status
Verify the provider holds the correct NDIS registration group for community and social participation. Check the NDIS provider register if uncertain.
Service Area
Confirm the provider services Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader South Coast NSW region.
Availability and Waitlists
Ask about current waitlist times. For urgent referrals, check multiple providers simultaneously to find the fastest availability.
Cultural and Language Needs
Match the participant's cultural background and language preferences where possible. Ask providers about staff diversity and interpreter availability.
Cancellation Policy
Review the provider's short notice cancellation terms. Under the NDIS Price Guide, providers can charge up to 100% for cancellations within 2 business days.
Reporting and Communication
Agree on how the provider will report progress to you. Regular updates make your own progress reports and plan review preparation much easier.
New South Wales NDIS Regulations and Compliance
All community and social participation providers in Coffs Harbour must comply with the NDIS Practice Standards and the NDIS Code of Conduct. The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission oversees provider registration, complaints, and compliance enforcement in New South Wales.
As a support coordinator, you have a responsibility to refer participants to providers that meet quality and safety standards. If you observe or suspect non-compliance, report it to the NDIS Commission. Participants can also make complaints directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What NDIS funding covers community participation in Coffs Harbour?
Community participation is funded under Core Supports (Assistance with Social and Community Participation). The weekday daytime rate is $67.56 per hour. This covers one-on-one or group support for social outings, community events, sporting activities, and other participation goals.
What should I check before referring for community participation?
Confirm the participant has funding in their Core Supports budget for social and community participation. Check the provider's programs match the participant's interests and goals. Ask about transport arrangements, cancellation policies, and how they report on goal progress.
Can I refer an NDIA-managed participant to an unregistered provider?
No. NDIA-managed participants can only use NDIS registered providers. If the participant is plan-managed or self-managed, they can use both registered and unregistered providers. Check the participant's plan management type before making a referral.
What should I do if there are no available providers in Coffs Harbour?
Expand your search to nearby suburbs. Many providers in the South Coast NSW region service multiple suburbs. You can also submit a referral through our form above, and we will search our full database of community and social participation providers in the area.
How do I check if a provider is NDIS registered?
Check the NDIS Provider Register at provider.ndis.gov.au. Search by provider name or ABN. The register shows current registration status, registration groups, and any conditions on registration. Providers listed on Carevo display their NDIS registration status on their profile.
What information should I include when making a referral?
Include the participant's name (with consent), their NDIS plan number, the relevant line items and budget available, the service frequency needed, any specific requirements (cultural, language, gender preference), and your contact details as the referring coordinator. The more detail you provide, the faster the provider can assess whether they can accept the referral.