Children – HOP (Holiday Options Program)
Recreation Program for children 5 to 12 years old
Our HOP program provides opportunities for children with a disability to enjoy social and recreational experiences. This program usually runs in the school holidays. Fun, playful activities are held within your community in small group settings. This supports children to develop their social skills and develop their independence in a safe and supported environment. As well as giving the child a chance to make friends outside of their school/family environment and have fun, our recreation programs also offer respite for carers and families.
FAQ
The HOP program is specifically designed for children with a disability aged 5 to 12 years who live in the Latrobe City, Bass Coast, South Gippsland, Baw Baw Shire, Wellington and East Gippsland areas.
We encourage you to call our office to discuss yours and your child’s needs and suitability for the HOP program.
Most activities are held during the school holidays, with a limited number during the school term. Activities are either a half day or full day.
- Feel a part of the community
- Meet new people and make friends
- Get out in the local community
- Develop independence skills
- Do activities and try new things
- Build communication skills
- Self care for carers and participants
– HOP Activities –
- All
- Latrobe Valley
- Past Activities
Gumbuya World! – 1/10/24
Gumbuya World! HOP Latrobe will be heading on a trip to Gumbuya World on Tuesday 1 October 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! Activity Date Tuesday 1 October, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Maru Koala & Animal Park! – 24/09/24
Maru Koala & Animal Park! HOP Latrobe will be heading on a trip to Maru Koala & Animal Park (Grantville) on Tuesday 24 September 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! Activity Date Tuesday 24 September, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support [...]
Jump & Climb! – 9/07/24
Jump & Climb! Come and join HOP Latrobe for a climbing and bouncing fun-filled day at Jump & Climb! Activity Date Tuesday 9 July, 2024 Out of Pocket Costs $20 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Parky’s Mini Golf! – 2/07/24
Parky's Mini Golf! HOP Latrobe are heading to Parky's Mini Golf and Indoor Play Centre! Come and join our Holiday Options Program for a fun-filled day of mini golf followed by indoor play center activities! Activity Date Tuesday 2 July, 2024 Out of Pocket Costs $22 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your [...]
Teenagers – ROADIES
Recreation Program for young people 13 to 17 years old
The ROADIES program provides opportunities for teenagers with a disability to enjoy social and recreational experiences within the community on weekends and school holidays. Our activities are focused on what you want to do within your neighbourhood. This can include cultural, sporting and social activities. We will support you to develop your independence in a fun, safe and supported environment. As well as giving you a chance to make friends and have fun, our recreation programs also offer respite for carers and families.
FAQ
The Roadies program is designed for young people with a disability aged 13 to 17 years who live in the Latrobe City, Bass Coast, East Gippsland, South Gippsland, Wellington and Baw Baw Shire areas.
We encourage you to call our office to discuss yours and your child’s needs and suitability for the ROADIES program.
Activities happen on weekends and during the school holidays.
- Feel a part of the community
- Meet new people and make friends
- Get out in the local community
- Develop independence skills
- Do activities and try new things
- Build communication skills
- Self care for carers and participants
ROADIES Activities
- All
- Bass Coast
- East Gippsland
- Latrobe Valley
- Past Activities
Waratah Beach Summer Camp! – 15-17/01/2025
Waratah Beach Summer Camp! This summer, Interchange Gippsland’s ROADIES group are heading to beautiful Waratah Beach Camp! ROADIES Waratah Beach Camp offers the opportunity to meet new friends, try new activities and have tons of fun while doing it! The ROADIES program supports people aged 13-17 years old, with a disability. Activity Date Wednesday 15 – Friday 17 January, 2025 [...]
Holey Moley Arcade Games! – 14/12/24
Holey Moley Arcade Games! ROADIES Latrobe will be heading on a day trip to Holey Moley for some arcade games on Saturday 9 November 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity! FREE, no out-of-pocket cost! Activity Date Saturday 14 December, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure [...]
Go Karts & Chocolate Factory! – 9/11/24
Go Karts & Chocolate Factory! ROADIES Latrobe will be heading on a day trip to Phillip Island for some go karts and a visit to the chocolate factory on Saturday 9 November 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! FREE, no out-of-pocket cost! Activity Date Saturday 9 November, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan [...]
Twisted Science! – 12/10/24
Twisted Science! ROADIES Latrobe will be heading on a day trip to Twisted Science on Saturday 12 October 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! FREE, no out-of-pocket cost! Activity Date Saturday 12 October, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. [...]
Wetlands Mini Golf! – 25/09/24
Wetlands Mini Golf! ROADIES Latrobe will be heading on a day trip to Wetlands Mini Golf on Wednesday 25 September 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! FREE, no out-of-pocket cost! Activity Date Wednesday 25 September, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs [...]
Monopoly Dreams! – 14/09/24
Monopoly Dreams! ROADIES Latrobe will be heading on a day trip to Monopoly Dreams Melbourne on Saturday 14 September 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! Activity Date Saturday 14 September, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Walhalla Goldfields Train Trip – 10/08/24
Walhalla Goldfields Train Trip! Interchange Gippsland’s ROADIES program is heading to Walhalla Goldfields for some fun! This day trip is for NDIS participants aged 13 – 17 years. Activity Date Saturday 10 August, 2024 Out of Pocket Costs $31 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Arcade Games! – 13/07/24
Arcade Ganes! Interchange Gippsland’s ROADIES program is heading to TimeZone for some arcade fun! This day trip is for NDIS participants aged 13 – 17 years and will be supported at a 1:2 ratio. Activity Date Saturday 13 July, 2024 Out of Pocket Costs $35 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific [...]
Adults (18+) – YAS, Friendship Group, Friends for Life, Supported Holidays
YAS – Adult Day Service
YAS is an educational and fun adult day program. The YAS program supports you to achieve realistic life goals through meaningful experiences and new opportunities. Discover your strengths and take on new interests, through our day service programs. We support you to feel connected to and part of your community.
- Feel a part of the community
- Meet new people and make friends
- Get out in the local community
- Develop independence skills
- Do activities and try new things
- Build communication skills
- Self care for carers and participants
YAS is offered in Wonthaggi, Morwell and Bairnsdale usually between 9am-3pm, throughout the year in six-month blocks, excluding public holidays.
- All
- Bass Coast
- East Gippsland
- Latrobe Valley
Friendship Group
Friendship Group is an exciting social group for adults with disabilities aged 18 years and over.
Friendship Group meets monthly and supports you to go to a variety of sporting, social, cultural and dining activities in and around Gippsland. We also do special trips to Melbourne. All Friendship Group activities are supported by Community Access Workers, who will support you to develop independence and learn new skills. We also offer peer support through the help of adult volunteers.
- Feel a part of the community
- Meet new people and make friends
- Get out in the local community
- Develop independence skills
- Do activities and try new things
- Build communication skills
- Self care for carers and participants
Friendship Group is offered in Wonthaggi, Morwell and Bairnsdale. The groups meet monthly for a full day social outing on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday excluding public holidays, depending on the planned activity.
Once you have attended one of our Friendship Group activities, we will send through monthly emails with details of the planned activity each month.
- All
- Bass Coast
- East Gippsland
- Latrobe Valley
Port of Sale Heritage Cruise! – 30/11/24
Port of Sale Heritage Cruise! Friendship Group Latrobe will be heading on a day trip to the Port of Sale Heritage Cruises on Saturday 30 November 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! Activity Date Saturday 30 November, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your [...]
Wilsons Prom Day Trip! – 23/11/24
Wilsons Prom Day Trip! Friendship Group will be heading to Wilsons Prom for a day of beach games, swimming, picnic and exploring the incredible national park. Activity Date Saturday 23 November, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Sale Show! – 2/11/24
Sale Show! Get ready for a day of fun when Friendship Group East visit the Sale Show to see the animals, enjoy the rides and buy their favourite show bags! Activity Date Saturday 2 November, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Melbourne Zoo! – 26/10/24
Melbourne Zoo! Friendship Group Latrobe will be heading on a day trip to the Melbourne Zoo on Saturday 26 October 2024! Spots are filling up quickly, so don't miss out on this awesome opportunity! Activity Date Saturday 26 October, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire [...]
Melbourne Ice Bar! – 19/10/24
Melbourne Ice Bar! Friendship Group Bass will be heading for a chilled-out day in the Melbourne CBD visiting the Melbourne Ice Bar. They will be rugging up as the entire venue is sculptured from ice. After a COOL experience, they will go onto explore the delicious foods that Melbourne has to offer. Activity Date Saturday 19 October, 2024 NDIS Plan [...]
Bowling at the Butter Factory! – 5/20/24
Bowling at the Butter Factory! Join Friendship Group East on 5 October 2024 for bowling at the Butter Factory followed by a meal! Activity Date Saturday 5 October, 2024 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Old Melbourne Gaol! – 28/09/24
Old Melbourne Gaol! Our adventure seeking Friendship Group Latrobe participants will be heading to the city to experience a tour of Old Melbourne Gaol. Activity Date Saturday 28 September, 2024 Out of Pocket Costs $35 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you to ensure your specific support needs are met. Enquire Now!
Phillip Island Go Karts! – 21/09/24
Phillip Island Go Karts! Come along to Friendship Group on Saturday 21st September, where we will head to Phillip Island Go Karts. Enjoy a mini version of the actual GP track followed by lunch on the Cowes foreshore. Activity Date Saturday 21 September, 2024 Out of Pocket Costs $70 NDIS Plan Charges NDIS plan charges will be discussed with you [...]
Friends for Life
Friends for Life is an exciting social group for adults with disabilities aged 18 years and over.
Friends for Life meets weekly in the evening and supports you to go to a variety of sporting, social, cultural and dining activities in and around Gippsland. All Friends for Life activities are supported by Community Access Workers, who will support you to develop independence and learn new skills. We also offer peer support through the help of adult volunteers.
- Feel a part of the community
- Meet new people and make friends
- Get out in the local community
- Develop independence skills
- Do activities and try new things
- Build communication skills
- Self care for carers and participants
When attending a Friends for Life activity you will need to order and pay for your own meals and activities.
Supported Holidays
Supported Holidays are an exciting opportunity for adults with disabilities aged 18 years and over to go on holidays with the support of staff.
These holidays run annually and provide participants with opportunities to travel, access the community, build on their independence, socialise and participate in recreational activities. These holidays are planned by staff at Interchange Gippsland and allow participants to embark on a holiday for a number of nights with their friends and the support of Community Access Workers. Please note that participants must suit a 1:4 staffing ratio.
Adults with a disability aged 18 and over who are already active in another program with Interchange Gippsland are eligible to attend Supported Holidays. Participants must also suit a 1:4 staffing ratio.
When attending a Supported Holiday, you will need to cover the costs of meals and accommodation.
- All
- Bass Coast
- East Gippsland
- Latrobe Valley
Supported Holiday: Melbourne City! – 11/10/24
Supported Holiday: Melbourne City! Interchange Gippsland's Supported Holiday is back and heading to the Melbourne CBD!! This event is scheduled for Friday 11th October to Sunday 13th October. So many fun activities have been planned, like a visit to the Old Melbourne Gaol, Queen Vic Market, Tenpin Bowling and so much more. Places are limited so enter an expression of [...]
