Refer participants to group and centre-based activities in Sydney, NSW
Group and Centre-Based Activities covers structured programs delivered in a group setting, typically at a day centre or community facility.
Refer to group and centre-based activities
- 41 registered providers in Sydney
- Category 4: Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation
- Free, no obligation
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Best Group And Centre-Based Activities providers near me
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Maweja Super Care Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW and 38 othersAlso servesAdelaide, SA · Brisbane City, QLD · Bundamba, QLD · Caboolture, QLD · Casula, NSW · Collingwood Park, QLD · Durack, QLD · East Brisbane, QLD · Forest Lake, QLD · Fortitude Valley, QLD · Gatton, QLD · Goodna, QLD · +26 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
JK Home Care
Sydney, NSW and 5 othersAlso servesArtarmon, NSW · Belmore, NSW · Goulburn, NSW · Granville, NSW · Wollongong, NSW · Regional provider
Specialises in Domestic assistance · Personal care · Transport
JK Home Care Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the vibrant community of Sydney, NSW. Understanding the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a comprehensive range of supports designed to enhance independence, promote community participation, and improve overall quality of life for residents across Sydney.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Phenomenal Home And Living Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW and 20 othersAlso servesBarrack Heights, NSW · Bulli, NSW · Bundeena, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Eastwood, NSW · Figtree, NSW · Hornsby, NSW · Hornsby Heights, NSW · Ingleburn, NSW · Kiama, NSW · Macquarie Fields, NSW · Macquarie Park, NSW · +8 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Domestic assistance
Phenomenal Home And Living Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Sydney, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of individuals within this vibrant city, the provider focuses on fostering independence, enhancing community participation, and ensuring a high quality of life for all participants. Their presence in Sydney ensures accessible and reliable NDIS care.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Affordable Living Aid Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW and 6 othersAlso servesCampbelltown, NSW · Forster, NSW · Harrington, NSW · Moore Creek, NSW · Newcastle, NSW · Sydney Olympic Park, NSW · National provider
Specialises in Equipment hire · Therapy · Transport
Understanding the unique needs of individuals within the vibrant Sydney community, the provider offers a compassionate and person-centered approach to empower participants to achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Brightest Care
Sydney, NSW and 65 othersAlso servesAltona Meadows, VIC · Altona North, VIC · Beveridge, VIC · Brighton, VIC · Brighton East, VIC · Brisbane City, QLD · Clayton, VIC · Clyde, VIC · Clyde North, VIC · Cowes, VIC · Craigieburn, VIC · Cranbourne North, VIC · +53 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Equipment hire
Committed to empowering individuals, the provider offers a wide range of assistance designed to enhance independence and quality of life for NDIS participants in Sydney and its surrounding communities.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Three Strand Care
Sydney, NSW and 13 othersAlso servesBlacktown, NSW · Camden, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Mudgee, NSW · Oran Park, NSW · Parramatta, NSW · Penrith, NSW · Richmond, NSW · Roselands, NSW · Silverdale, NSW · Spring Farm, NSW · Stanhope Gardens, NSW · +1 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Personal care · Therapy
They offer a comprehensive range of support services designed to enhance independence and improve the quality of life for participants across the vibrant Sydney metropolitan area.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Registered Nurse
Crescent Care (Aus)
Sydney, NSW and 18 othersAlso servesAlbury, NSW · Bankstown, NSW · Bega, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Castle Hill, NSW · Goulburn, NSW · Liverpool, NSW · Mount Druitt, NSW · Newcastle, NSW · Nowra, NSW · Orange, NSW · Penrith, NSW · +6 more · State-wide provider
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Crescent Care (Aus) is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services throughout Sydney, NSW. Understanding the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities in this vibrant city, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of supports designed to foster independence, enhance quality of life, and promote community participation. Crescent Care (Aus) aims to empower participants in Sydney to achieve their NDIS goals with dignity and respect.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Cross Care
Sydney, NSW and 1 otherAlso servesCampbelltown, NSW · Regional provider
Specialises in Allied health · Home modifications · Therapy
Cross Care Campbelltown is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to delivering exceptional disability support services throughout Sydney, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of participants, they offer a comprehensive suite of supports designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life for individuals with disabilities in Sydney.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Counsellor, Developmental Educators, Dietician
Right On Care
Sydney, NSW and 6 othersAlso servesArtarmon, NSW · Gregory Hills, NSW · Narellan, NSW · Northmead, NSW · Penshurst, NSW · Smithfield, NSW · Regional provider
Specialises in Domestic assistance · Transport · Personal care
Right On Care is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to delivering exceptional disability support services across Sydney, NSW. Understanding the unique needs of individuals within the vibrant Sydney community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of NDIS-funded supports designed to foster independence and enhance quality of life. From daily personal assistance to community engagement, Right On Care is committed to empowering participants to achieve their goals.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Nena Cares Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW and 22 othersAlso servesBaulkham Hills, NSW · Belmore, NSW · Box Hill, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Castle Hill, NSW · Greenacre, NSW · Guildford, NSW · Kellyville, NSW · Liverpool, NSW · Mambourin, VIC · Mount Druitt, NSW · Oran Park, NSW · +10 more · National provider
Specialises in Personal care · Household tasks · Transport
Understanding the diverse needs of participants, the provider offers a person-centred approach to empower individuals in Sydney to live fulfilling lives. With a focus on quality and reliability, Nena Cares Pty Ltd ensures that all NDIS participants in Sydney receive the highest standard of care.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
About Sydney, NSW
Population
17,252
Median household income
$35,412 p.a.
Local government area
Sydney (City)
Providers listed
41
Sydney sits within the Sydney (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 providers are verified
When you refer a participant through Carevo, you are referring to a provider cross-checked against the official Australian registers. Here is what is verified before a provider appears in the directory.
NDIS register cross-check
Every NDIS-registered provider listed is verified against the NDIS Commission register. Registration numbers and approved support groups are pulled from the official register, not self-declared.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval status
Aged care approved status reflects the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care approved provider list, including service types and category groups.
Source: Department of Health and Aged CareABN verification
Every listing includes an Australian Business Number. Providers without a valid, active ABN do not appear in our directory.
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 group and centre-based activities providers in Sydney by NDIS registration group. We verify registration status against the NDIS Provider Register.
Ranking factors include: NDIS registration status, profile completeness, engagement with the platform (claimed listings rank higher), and subscription tier. Listings rotate daily to give all providers fair visibility. We do not accept payment for higher rankings.
Provider data is sourced from the NDIS Provider Register and updated regularly. If you notice incorrect information, contact us and we will investigate.
About Group and Centre-Based Activities in Sydney
Group and Centre-Based Activities covers structured programs delivered in a group setting, typically at a day centre or community facility. These include life skills groups, art and recreation programs, employment preparation, social skills training, and health and wellbeing programs. Lower per-participant costs make this an efficient use of NDIS funding.
Of the 41 group and centre-based activities providers in Sydney, 10 are NDIS registered and 10 have verified their listing on Carevo. Providers in this area cover 24 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.
With 41 providers in Sydney, you have a reasonable range of options when matching participants. Compare registration status, service descriptions, and proximity before making a referral.
Group and Centre-Based Activities in the North West Sydney Region
Diverse mix of professionals, international visitors, and long-term residents. Strong multicultural community with significant Asian and European populations.
Generally flat terrain in CBD. Excellent accessible public transport. Most buildings have lift access. Tactile ground surface indicators throughout.
Nearest Hospital
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Local Council
City of Sydney
Public Transport
All train lines via Central/Town Hall, Light Rail L2/L3, Multiple bus routes, Ferry from Circular Quay
Group and Centre-Based Activities Pricing in Sydney
The following NDIS price limits apply to group and centre-based activities in Sydney 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_102_0136_6_1 | Group Activities - Standard - Weekday Daytime | $70.23 per hour |
| 04_103_0136_6_1 | Group Activities - Standard - Weekday Evening | $77.38 per hour |
| 04_104_0136_6_1 | Group Activities - Standard - Saturday | $98.83 per hour |
Standard metropolitan rates. Remote and very remote loadings apply in eligible areas. Evening, Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday rates are higher.
What Group and Centre-Based Activities Covers
The Group and Centre-Based Activities registration group includes the following services. When referring, match the specific service type to the participant's plan goals and funded line items.
Day Programs
Structured programs run from a centre or facility, typically covering life skills, social activities, art, music, cooking, and recreation. Usually operate on weekdays during business hours.
Life Skills Groups
Group-based training in daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, personal hygiene, public transport use, and household management. Small groups of 3-5 participants with structured curriculum.
Social and Recreation Groups
Group outings, sports, creative activities, and social events. Focus on building social connections and having fun rather than specific skill development.
Health and Wellbeing Programs
Group exercise programs, yoga, swimming, and other physical activities adapted for participants with disability. Good for combining physical health goals with social participation.
Common Referral Scenarios
Real-world situations where you would refer a participant for group and centre-based activities in Sydney.
A participant is finishing school and needs a structured daytime activity while employment options are explored. Refer to a day program that offers employment preparation alongside social activities.
A participant's family needs regular respite and the participant would benefit from social interaction with peers. A group program 2-3 days per week addresses both needs cost-effectively.
A participant with an intellectual disability needs life skills training but does not engage well in 1:1 settings. A small group format with peers at a similar level may be more effective.
What to Expect After Referral
Group programs typically offer a trial period (1-2 weeks) before committing. Good programs conduct an individual assessment, create a personal plan within the group context, and report on individual goal progress rather than just attendance. Check the staff-to-participant ratio, daily schedule, and how they accommodate individual needs within the group.
Red Flags to Watch For
Warning signs that a group and centre-based activities provider may not be delivering quality services.
No individual goal planning within the group program
Same activities every day with no variety or progression
Staff-to-participant ratio too high for the needs of participants
No process for managing challenging behaviours in the group setting
Provider billing at 1:1 rates for group activities
No evidence of participant progress or outcome measurement
How Group and Centre-Based Activities Works with Other Supports
Group Activities works with Transport (getting to the centre), Community Participation (transitioning from centre-based to community-based activities over time), and Employment (some day programs include employment preparation). If a participant is only attending group programs, consider whether community-based 1:1 support might better achieve their inclusion goals.
How to Refer a Participant for Group and Centre-Based Activities
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 Group and Centre-Based Activities
Group programs are cost-effective for building social connections and life skills. Check the staff-to-participant ratio, the program structure, and whether the provider reports individual goal progress (not just attendance). For participants with behavioural support needs, confirm the provider has appropriately trained staff and a behaviour support plan in place.
What to Check Before Making a Referral
Registration Status
Verify the provider holds the correct NDIS registration group for group and centre-based activities. Check the NDIS provider register if uncertain.
Service Area
Confirm the provider services Sydney and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader North West Sydney 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 group and centre-based activities providers in Sydney 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.