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Refer participants to innovative community participation in Clyde North, VIC

Innovative Community Participation covers non-traditional approaches to community engagement and skill building.

11 providers compared · Category 9: Increased Social and Community Participation · Updated 4 June 2026

Refer to innovative community participation

  • 11 registered providers in Clyde North
  • Category 9: Increased Social and Community Participation
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CarePro

Clyde North, VIC and 76 others · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · SIL

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CarePro is dedicated to delivering exceptional NDIS services tailored to the unique needs of residents in Clyde North, VIC. As a compassionate provider of disability support, CarePro strives to empower individuals to live fulfilling lives with dignity and independence.

Median response time3 hours

Brightest Care

Clyde North, VIC and 65 others · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Equipment hire

2

They are committed to empowering NDIS participants with tailored assistance to achieve their individual goals.

How we verified this provider

Median response time9 hours
NDIS coverage9 groups

HopeHaven Abilities

Clyde North, VIC and 34 others · State-wide provider

Specialises in Domestic assistance · Allied health

3

HopeHaven Abilities is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the residents of Clyde North, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the local community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of NDIS-funded supports designed to empower individuals and enhance their quality of life. From daily assistance to community engagement, HopeHaven Abilities aims to foster independence and wellbeing for all participants in Clyde North.

Median response time3 hours
NDIS coverage12 groups
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Excellence Care

Clyde North, VIC and 8 others · Regional provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Therapy

4

Understanding the unique needs of each individual, the provider delivers person-centred care designed to empower participants and enhance their quality of life within the Clyde North community.

How we verified this provider

Median response time21 hours
NDIS coverage10 groups

Pink Rose Care Group

Clyde North, VIC and 14 others · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Meal preparation

5

They are committed to delivering high-quality disability support services to empower NDIS participants.

How we verified this provider

Median response time3 hours
NDIS coverage12 groups
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Lawson Care Services

Clyde North, VIC and 31 others · Regional provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Support coordination

6

They understand the unique needs of the Clyde North community and strive to offer person-centred services that empower individuals to live fulfilling lives. As a dedicated NDIS provider, Lawson Care Services focuses on building strong relationships with clients and their families to ensure optimal support outcomes.

How we verified this provider

Median response time18 minutes
NDIS coverage6 groups

Tch Care

Clyde North, VIC and 3 others · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Transport · Social support

7

They are committed to delivering high-quality disability support services to empower NDIS participants.

How we verified this provider

Median response time26 minutes
NDIS coverage12 groups

Ask Carers

Clyde North, VIC and 17 others · State-wide provider

Specialises in Community access · Personal care

8

They offer a comprehensive range of NDIS services designed to empower participants and enhance their quality of life.

How we verified this provider

Median response time2 minutes
NDIS coverage11 groups

FiloCare

Clyde North, VIC and 52 others · Regional provider

Specialises in Transport · SIL

9

Filocare Australia Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering high-quality disability support services to the residents of Clyde North, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the local community, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence and enhance the quality of life for NDIS participants.

How we verified this provider

Median response time55 minutes
NDIS coverage18 groups

CARING HAND CARE (sab1313 Pty Ltd)

Clyde North, VIC

Specialises in Support Workers · Personal Care · Transport

10

They offer a comprehensive range of NDIS services designed to empower individuals with disabilities and enhance their quality of life.

How we verified this provider

NDIS coverage11 groups

About Clyde North, VIC

Population

8,156

Median household income

$42,536 p.a.

Local government area

Casey (City)

Providers listed

11

Clyde North sits within the Casey (City) local government area in VIC. 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 Commission

Aged 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 Care

ABN verification

Every listing includes an Australian Business Number. Providers without a valid, active ABN do not appear in our directory.

Source: Australian Business Register

Complaints 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 Commission
How we select and rank these providers

Providers on this page are filtered from our database of 11 innovative community participation providers in Clyde North 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 Innovative Community Participation in Clyde North

Innovative Community Participation covers non-traditional approaches to community engagement and skill building. This includes social enterprises, micro-businesses, peer-led programs, creative arts projects, and technology-based participation options. These supports often provide better outcomes than traditional group programs for participants who do not fit standard models.

Of the 11 innovative community participation providers in Clyde North, 9 are NDIS registered and 10 have verified their listing on Carevo. Providers in this area cover 22 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.

With 11 providers in Clyde North, you have a reasonable range of options when matching participants. Compare registration status, service descriptions, and proximity before making a referral.

What Innovative Community Participation Covers

The Innovative Community Participation registration group includes the following services. When referring, match the specific service type to the participant's plan goals and funded line items.

Micro-Enterprise Support

Helping participants start and run small businesses. Can include market stalls, online shops, creative businesses, or service-based micro-enterprises. Combines employment and community participation goals.

Social Enterprise Programs

Employment-like activities within a social enterprise context. Participants contribute to a real business while receiving support and developing work skills.

Peer-Led Programs

Programs designed and led by people with disability for other participants. Peer support, mentoring, and advocacy programs that build capacity and social connections.

Technology-Assisted Participation

Using technology to enable community participation for participants who face physical barriers. Includes remote volunteering, online social groups, virtual reality experiences, and digital art programs.

Common Referral Scenarios

Real-world situations where you would refer a participant for innovative community participation in Clyde North.

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A participant with a creative talent (art, music, cooking) wants to turn it into a small business. Refer to a micro-enterprise support provider who can help with business planning, market access, and ongoing mentoring.

2.

A participant does not engage with traditional day programs but has expressed interest in a specific community project. Innovative community participation can fund a customised program built around the participant's interests.

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A participant with physical disability is homebound but wants more social connection. Technology-assisted participation could provide online social groups, virtual volunteering, or remote creative programs.

What to Expect After Referral

Innovative community participation is a flexible category. Providers design programs around individual participant goals rather than fitting participants into existing group structures. Expect a co-design process where the provider works with the participant to create a personalised participation plan. Outcomes should focus on community contribution, social connections, and skill development.

Red Flags to Watch For

Warning signs that a innovative community participation provider may not be delivering quality services.

Provider running a standard group program but branding it as innovative

No genuine participant input into program design

Activities not connected to the participant's goals or interests

No outcome measurement or evidence of community contribution

Provider unable to explain how their approach differs from standard community participation

Innovative Community Participation works with Employment (micro-enterprises as a pathway to employment), Therapeutic Supports (creative therapies that overlap with community participation), and Daily Living Skills (building real-world skills through participation activities).

How to Refer a Participant for Innovative Community Participation

Step 1

Check plan funding in Category 9

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 Innovative Community Participation

Innovative community participation is ideal for participants whose goals do not fit neatly into standard day programs. Check what the provider's program actually involves (not just the marketing), how they measure participant outcomes, and whether the program genuinely builds capacity or is a repackaged group activity. These programs can be harder to justify at plan review without clear outcome data, so set reporting expectations upfront.

What to Check Before Making a Referral

Registration Status

Verify the provider holds the correct NDIS registration group for innovative community participation. Check the NDIS provider register if uncertain.

Service Area

Confirm the provider services Clyde North and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader South East Melbourne 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.

Victoria NDIS Regulations and Compliance

All innovative community participation providers in Clyde North 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 Victoria.

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.

NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission

Phone: 1800 035 544

Website: ndiscommission.gov.au

NDIS Provider Register

Verify provider registration status

Website: ndis.gov.au/find-provider

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as innovative community participation under the NDIS?
The NDIS defines innovative community participation broadly. It includes micro-enterprises where participants run small businesses, social enterprises, peer support networks, creative arts programs, technology-assisted participation, and other non-traditional approaches to building social and economic participation.
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 Clyde North?
Expand your search to nearby suburbs. Many providers in the South East Melbourne region service multiple suburbs. You can also submit a referral through our form above, and we will search our full database of innovative community 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.

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