Life is more than just living! We add spark to life – by playing guitar, going for a hike, visiting the movie theatre with friends, and the list goes on.
All the above things help you improve your social connections. Because social connections play an incredibly important role in maintaining our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. It fights against the confinement of isolation and loneliness.
For the participants, social activities are more than just a source of enjoyment, because activities play an important role in establishing or developing confidence, skills, community networks, and reducing the feeling of loneliness.
At RIISE, we understand how important it is to offer fun and meaningful NDIS social activities that empower participants to live a more fulfilling life.
Read the blog, and find amazing benefits of participating in social activities.
Why Social Activities Matter
Social activities help improve mood and self-esteem, as well as lower the levels of Cortisol, a primary stress hormone. For many people with disabilities, social participation seems to be a serious uphill battle at times. That is where our NDIS social activities come in.
We offer participants a safe and encouraging environment in which they can learn new things, have fun, make friends, and feel closely related to their communities.
The Variety of Activities Offered by RIISE
Our support workers conduct a variety of activities so that everyone can find something they enjoy. From creative pursuits to outdoor adventures, here are some of the NDIS social activities available:
1. Art and Craft Classes:
Do painting, drawing, and create something creative. The art and craft classes not only let you express your personality but also relax you by making you connect with other participants.
2. Cooking Workshops:
Prepare delicious meals while improving your cooking skills. Cooking classes are the best way to build life skills in a fun, and social setting.
3. Outdoor Adventures:
Whether it’s a day at the beach, camping, or fishing, getting out into nature allows participants to enjoy fresh air and exercise, all while bonding with peers.
4. Games and Sports:
Board games and team sports encourage healthy competition, teamwork, and physical activity while enhancing communication and social skills.
5. Community Events:
Attending local events like social gatherings, festivals, or movies helps participants feel more connected, providing a sense of belonging and participation.
The Benefits Of RIISE’s NDIS Social Activities
Our social activities are more than just a fun pastime – they’re a way for participants to grow, learn, and thrive. Here are some of the key benefits:
1. Skill Development:
Most of our programs are skill-building to help participants acquire new skills, be it cooking, art, etc are ways to improve social interaction.
2. Confidence Building:
Successful activity and quality interaction with peers increase the level of self-confidence in participants’ lives.
3. Improved Mental Health:
Social interaction helps ease stress and anxiety, leading to better mental health and emotional well-being.
4. Enhanced Independence:
By participating in activities that encourage decision-making and skill-building, participants become more independent in their everyday lives.
We make sure that all of our social activities are inclusive, supportive, and, most importantly, fun for participants involved in our social activities.
When participants feel confident, engaged, and part of a community or group, they’re better able to lead happy and fulfilling lives.
Contact our team or dial us on 03 4344 4133. to find out more about our NDIS social activities and how we can help you live more actively and confidently!
