Community Skills – Holiday Block Therapy Program
The Community Skills Holiday Block Program is a group therapy initiative designed to support neurodivergent children to build confidence, independence, and community participation in everyday settings. Across four consecutive half-day sessions, participants will explore life skills such as shopping, budgeting, cooking, navigating systems, communication, and teamwork.
Program Goals
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Develop independence and confidence in community activities.
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Strengthen social communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities
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Practice emotional regulation and reflection in supported environments
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Consolidate skills across multiple contexts and celebrate achievements with peers and family.
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Build functional life skills including shopping, money handling, budgeting, and meal preparation.
Who is the Program For?
Our program is designed for neurodivergent children aged 8–12 years.
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It’s ideal for families seeking safe, supported opportunities for their child to practice independence, social communication, and community participation and gain confidence in new settings
Program Details
​The program consists of 4 x 3 hour sessions, across Monday 6th, Tuesday 7th October, Wednesday 8th October and Thursday 9th October
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When: 6th- 9th October 9am-12pm
Group Size: 4-8 Participants
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Cost: NDIS Eligible Program
Where: Grow Therapy Services/ Happy Hub
2/1 Sharpe Ave, Karratha
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Family Engagement: Families invited on Day 4 (Lunch & Certificate celebration).
Our Approach
The program is built on the GROW™ Framework and guided by a neuroaffirming, trauma-centred approach, ensuring that children’s identities, needs, communication styles, and whole-person strengths are recognised and supported.
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Predictability: Consistent structure each day with visual schedules.
Empowerment: Children co-create group rules, make choices, and set their own pace.
Safety & Connection: Staff model regulation, provide co-regulation support, and prioritise relationships.
Flexibility: Reflection and participation options tailored to sensory and communication preferences.
