What We Offer
Assistance with Daily Life Activities
Helping Hands Gippsland provides assistance to help participants live more independently and achieve their goals. This can include support with, domestic tasks, grocery shopping, meal preparation, transport, social outings, and coordinating other healthcare services. We work closely with our clients to determine their needs and preferences, and to develop a personalised support plan that meets the client's specific needs and goals. Our aim is to provide high-quality support services that empower our clients to live a fulfilling and independent life.
Community Access
Helping Hands Gippsland can assist with community access by providing participants with opportunities to participate in recreational and social activities within their community. This may involve accompanying the person to events or activities, providing transport assistance, and supporting them with communication and social skills. The goal of community access is to promote social inclusion and to help individuals achieve their goals. As support workers, we work with clients to identify their interests and goals, and to develop a personalised plan to address their specific needs. This can include involvement in community groups, sports clubs, arts programs, and other activities that promote physical and mental wellbeing. Our aim is to support our clients to be more involved in their communities and to increase their sense of belonging and independence.
Transport
Helping Hands Gippsland provides transport assistance to people with disabilities, helping them to access and participate in activities and appointments. This may involve providing assistance with getting in and out of vehicles, accompanying the person to their destination and ensuring their safety throughout the journey. The goal is to provide safe and reliable transport support that promotes independence and enhances the person's quality of life. We work with our clients to create personalised transport plans that meet their specific needs and preferences. This may include regular transportation to medical appointments, community events, social outings, or even educational activities. Our aim is to help our clients access the support and services they need, and to increase their participation in their communities and everyday activities.
Life Skill Development
Helping Hands Gippsland helps people with disabilities to develop essential life skills that enable them to live more independently and confidently. This can include assistance with personal care, meal preparation, household tasks like cleaning and laundry, budgeting, goal setting, time management, and communication skills. The goal of life skill development is to promote self-sufficiency and help individuals to achieve their goals. We work closely with our clients to identify their strengths and challenges and create personalised skill development plans that suit their unique needs and interests. Our aim is to empower our clients to reach their full potential and participate more fully in their communities, workplaces, and personal relationships.
In-home Respite Care
Helping Hands Gippsland provides in-home respite care to people with disabilities, which can include temporary relief to primary caregivers. This care is especially important when the primary caregiver needs to take a break from their caregiving role or deal with other responsibilities. In-home respite care can include assistance with meal preparation, housekeeping tasks, medication support, and other basic needs of daily living. We are trained to take special care of people with disabilities and to handle any emergency situations. We work with families and carers to create a customised plan that meets the individual's unique needs and preferences. Our aim is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for our clients, while also giving their primary caregiver a respite to recharge their energy and reduce care-related stress.
