Refer participants to community and social participation in Adelaide, SA
Community and Social Participation covers support for NDIS participants to engage in social, community, and civic activities.
Refer to community and social participation
- 107 registered providers in Adelaide
- Category 4: Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation
- Free, no obligation
Takes about 30 seconds.
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Living Life Limitless Pty Ltd
Adelaide, SA and 76 othersAlso servesAberfoyle Park, SA · Aldinga Beach, SA · Andrews, SA · Andrews Farm, SA · Balaklava, SA · Barmera, SA · Blackwood, SA · Blakeview, SA · Brighton, SA · Brompton, SA · Brooklyn Park, SA · Burnside, SA · +64 more
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
As a trusted NDIS provider, the team is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives within the vibrant community of Adelaide.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Nation Care Pty Ltd
Adelaide, SA and 6 othersAlso servesBallarat North, VIC · Braybrook, VIC · Geelong, VIC · Melbourne, VIC · Melbourne Airport, VIC · Sydney, NSW
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Nation Care Pty Ltd is a leading NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Adelaide. Understanding the unique needs of individuals in Adelaide, the provider offers a person-centred approach to NDIS plan implementation, ensuring participants receive the support they require to live fulfilling lives within the community.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Maweja Super Care Pty Ltd
Adelaide, SA and 33 othersAlso servesBrisbane City, QLD · Bundamba, QLD · Collingwood Park, QLD · Durack, QLD · Forest Lake, QLD · Fortitude Valley, QLD · Gatton, QLD · Goodna, QLD · Hamilton, QLD · Helensvale, QLD · Inala, QLD · Ipswich, QLD · +21 more
Specialises in Personal care · Transport · Domestic assistance
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
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Always Care Services Pty Ltd
Adelaide, SA and 10 othersAlso servesGawler, SA · Mawson Lakes, SA · Murray Bridge, SA · North Adelaide, SA · Para Hills, SA · Port Augusta, SA · Port Pirie South, SA · Stirling North, SA · West Lakes, SA · Windsor Gardens, SA
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Mawson Lakes is a leading NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Adelaide. They offer a comprehensive suite of NDIS-registered supports designed to empower individuals and enhance their quality of life within the vibrant Adelaide community. Their dedicated team understands the unique needs of participants and strives to provide personalized care solutions.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker, Registered Nurse, Social Worker
Doeboe Care
Adelaide, SA and 2 othersAlso servesBallarat North, VIC · Weir Views, VIC
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport
Understanding the unique needs of individuals, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to empower participants and enhance their quality of life. From daily personal activities to community engagement, Doeboe Care is committed to fostering independence and well-being for all clients in Adelaide.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Cleaner, Developmental Educators, Disability Support Worker
SA National Disability Services
Adelaide, SA and 72 othersAlso servesAdelaide Airport, SA · Allenby Gardens, SA · Angle Park, SA · Beverley, SA · Blakeview, SA · Bowden, SA · Broadview, SA · Burnside, SA · Burton, SA · Craigmore, SA · Elizabeth, SA · Elizabeth Downs, SA · +60 more
Specialises in Transport · Personal care · Social support
SA National Disability Services is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Adelaide, SA. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in the Adelaide region, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of supports designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
All Around Family Care Pty Ltd
Adelaide, SA and 1 otherAlso servesAuldana, SA
Specialises in Personal care · Transport · Domestic assistance
All Around Family Care Pty Ltd is a leading NDIS provider dedicated to offering exceptional disability support services across Adelaide, SA. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in this vibrant city, the provider offers a wide spectrum of support designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life for participants.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Cera Care
Adelaide, SA and 3 othersAlso servesGladstone Park, VIC · Melton, VIC · Mount Gambier, SA
Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Supported independent living
Cera Care is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to delivering exceptional disability support services across Adelaide, SA. Understanding the unique needs of participants in this vibrant city, Cera Care offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance independence and improve quality of life. As a trusted partner, they are committed to empowering individuals with tailored support plans.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
Synergy Community Services
Adelaide, SA and 19 othersAlso servesAdelaide Airport, SA · Bedford Park, SA · Burnside, SA · Burton, SA · Elizabeth Downs, SA · Elizabeth Grove, SA · Gawler, SA · Klemzig, SA · Marion, SA · Mawson Lakes, SA · Mount Barker, SA · Munno Para, SA · +7 more
Specialises in Personal care · Transport · Social support
Synergy Community Services PTY LTD is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services across Adelaide. Understanding the unique needs of individuals in South Australia, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of supports designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life for NDIS participants in Adelaide.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Registered Nurse
ZAYMIN DISABILITY SERVICES
Adelaide, SA and 17 othersAlso servesBurnside, SA · Clovelly Park, SA · Coromandel Valley, SA · Davoren Park, SA · Elizabeth Vale, SA · Klemzig, SA · Largs Bay, SA · Mawson Lakes, SA · Munno Para, SA · Noarlunga Centre, SA · Norwood, SA · Parafield Gardens, SA · +5 more
Specialises in Personal care · Nursing
ZAYMIN DISABILITY SERVICES is a leading registered NDIS provider dedicated to offering comprehensive disability support services across Adelaide. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities within the vibrant Adelaide community, the provider focuses on delivering person-centred care that fosters independence and enhances quality of life. Their commitment extends to ensuring all participants in Adelaide receive the highest standard of NDIS assistance.
How we verified this provider
- Registered with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
- Business address confirmed
- Team includes Disability Support Worker
About Adelaide, SA
Population
15,115
Median household income
$24,648 p.a.
Local government area
Adelaide (City)
Providers listed
107
Adelaide sits within the Adelaide (City) local government area in SA. 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 MD Home Care, 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 107 community and social participation providers in Adelaide 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 Community and Social Participation in Adelaide
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 107 community and social participation providers in Adelaide, 10 are NDIS registered and 10 have verified their listing on MD Home Care. Providers in this area cover 17 different service categories, indicating a diverse range of specialisations.
With 107 providers in Adelaide, 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 in the Adelaide Region
Village-like atmosphere with strong community bonds. High proportion of elderly population. Significant Greek and Italian communities.
Flat grid layout ideal for accessibility. Free tram service is accessible. New RAH is fully accessible.
Nearest Hospital
Royal Adelaide Hospital
Local Council
City of Adelaide
Public Transport
Adelaide Metro trains, Free City Connector bus, Tram to Glenelg, Multiple bus routes
Community and Social Participation Pricing in Adelaide
The following NDIS price limits apply to community and social participation in Adelaide 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 Adelaide.
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 Adelaide and surrounding areas. Some providers listed here cover the broader Adelaide 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.
South Australia NDIS Regulations and Compliance
All community and social participation providers in Adelaide 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 South Australia.
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.