Charters Towers

TARDISS operates a dedicated Community Hub in Charters Towers that provides inclusive, person-centred drop-in, group, and centre-based activities for NDIS participants. Our hub is designed to support participants to build skills, strengthen social connections, and engage meaningfully in local community life.

Service Overview

The Charters Towers Community Hub offers a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment where NDIS participants can:

• Participate in structured group activities and programs

• Access casual drop-in with your support worker

• Engage in centre-based activities that develop daily living and life skills

• Build confidence, independence, and community connections

Our approach is participant-led, focusing on individual goals, preferences, and strengths while fostering inclusion and belonging within the Charters Towers community.

Core Services

1. Drop-In Support

Our drop-in service operates on an open-door basis, allowing participants and their support workers to visit during advertised hours.

Features:

• Casual social support in a friendly, inclusive setting

• Access to shared spaces, including lounge, TV, gaming area, and indoor sport

• Light refreshments

• Information and referrals to local services and opportunities

• On-site staffavailable for guidance and assistance

Drop-in support is ideal for participants who:

• Want flexible, low-commitment social contact

• Are building confidence before joining structured groups

• Need occasional support to connect with community activities

2. Group Activities

Our group programs bring participants together in small, supportive groups to build skills, share experiences, and develop lasting social connections.

Group Activity Types

Social & Recreational:

• Art and craft sessions (for example painting, drawing, creative projects)

• Cooking and baking classes

• Music, drama, and performance activities

• Gaming sessions (including video games)

• Movie mornings and social outings

• Sporting activities and group exercise

Skill Development:

• Social skills training and confidence building

• Life skills workshops (budgeting, shopping, meal preparation)

• Communication and relationship-building support

• Daily living tasks in a group environment

Health & Wellness:

• Gentle fitness and movement sessions

• Mindfulness, meditation, and wellbeing activities

• Health education workshops

Group activities are facilitated by trained support workers who encourage participation, skill development, and positive peer interactions.

3. Centre-Based Activities

Centre-based programs are delivered in our purpose-equipped community hub, providing consistent, structured support for participants who benefit from regular routines and dedicated spaces.

Facility Features:

• Accessible activity spaces for group programs

• Kitchen facilities for cooking and meal-prep activities

• Quiet zones for participants who need calm, low-sensory environments

• Outdoor and garden areas for recreation and relaxation

• Dedicated spaces for one-on-one support when required

Centre-Based Program Focus:

• Supported daily living activities and capacity building

• Structured skill-development programs aligned with NDIS goals

• Consistent routines for participants who thrive with predictability

• Personal care support (as needed and funded in your NDIS plan)

Centre-based activities are scheduled regularly (monthly) and can be tailored to individual participant needs and goals.

Community Participation

We support participants to connect with the broader Charters Towers community through:

• Organised social outings (movies, bowling, fishing, parks, local events)

• Participation in community festivals and celebrations

• Volunteering opportunities

• Integration with local sports clubs and recreational groups

• Inclusive activities that build relationships with community members beyond the NDIS sector

Our support workers accompany participants to ensure safety, comfort, and meaningful engagement.

Support Model and Funding

Our hub delivers flexible, person-centred support aligned with each participant’s NDIS plan and goals:

• Funding Options: We accept self-managed, plan-managed, and NDIA-managed NDIS funding

• Individualised Support: Support is tailored to your goals, preferences, and support needs

• Trained Staff: Our team includes experienced disability support workers skilled in supporting participants with diverse needs, including complex and high-support needs

• Capacity Building: Programs focus on building independence, confidence, and life skills while maintaining choice and control

Eligibility for group and centre-based activities is determined based on your NDIS plan and individual needs.

Who Can Access the Hub?

The TARDISS Community Hub in Charters Towers is open to:

• NDIS participants residing in Charters Towers and surrounding regional areas

• Participants seeking community access, social support, and skill-building opportunities

• Drop-in services require no referral. Group and centre-based programs may require an initial assessment to ensure appropriate support matching.

Our Values

• Inclusion: Welcoming all NDIS participants regardless of support needs

• Respect: Honouring each person’s goals, culture, preferences, and strengths

• Community: Fostering belonging, connection, and active community participation

• Empowerment: Supporting participants to build skills, confidence, and independence

Contact and Access

Location: Charters Towers, Queensland
Services: Drop-in, group, and centre-based activities for NDIS participants
Funding: Self-managed, plan-managed, and NDIA-managed NDIS funding accepted

To learn more about our Community Hub, operating hours, or to schedule an initial visit, please contact TARDISS directly.