Support Programs

At Pathfinders, we deliver tailored outdoor and adventure-based programs that promote social inclusion and enable healing for vulnerable young people. Our programs are designed to be accessible and promote pro-social behaviours, internal capacities, and community connections. Depending on the needs of the young person or group, our programs can range from a few hours to a few days in length. We believe that by providing supportive and nurturing environments, we can help young people overcome adversity and build a brighter future.

Our therapeutic adventure programs are open to young people aged 10-17. We conduct both group and individual programs. We have limited spaces available so it’s important to make a referral as soon as possible to secure a spot. These are fee for service programs.

Make a referral through our website www.pathfindersNT.com.au

At Aged Care and Community Services, we provide a variety of services to support elderly and/or disabled people and their carers in Maningrida through:

• Residential facility
• Home Care Packages (HCP)
• Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Support Services

Spectrum of Fun is an after-school program in Nhulunbuy for children and young people on the autism spectrum or with other neurodiversity. Sessions normally run from 3 to 5pm on school days. Afternoon tea and fun activities are provided.

Community Development Program (CDP)

The Community Development Program (CDP) supports job seekers in remote Australian communities to become \’job-ready\’, address employment barriers, and contribute to their communities through a range of high-quality activities.

ALPA operates a community-controlled model for the delivery of CDP, ensuring that we are working closely with community members to co-design the priorities of the program and to ensure it meets the needs of the wider community in each area that we deliver CDP.

Training

ALPA is a Registered Training Organisation endorsed by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) offering nationally recognised qualifications, currently offering Certificate 1 to 4 from the Retail Services training package SIR, Certificate 1 & 2 from the Community Services training package CHC and Certificate 1 & 2 from the Foundation skills training package FSK.

East Arnhem Youth Model

The East Arnhem Land Youth Model, also aptly named Guŋga’yunga Djamarrkuḻiny (Helping our Children), is a pilot research program that is facilitated by ALPA and is three way funded as a venture between ALPA, The Northern Territory Government and National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA).

Community members from Gapuwiyak, Galiwin’ku, Milingimbi and Ramingining are able to propose activities and projects for young people. These proposals are then assessed by local ‘Leadership Groups’. These groups of community leaders direct which projects and activities should be trialled in their communities to strengthen young people. The Leadership Groups manage a pool of funding to support the right activities, run in the right way aligning with a locally developed strategy. Through careful monitoring and evaluation of these activities, we work with the Leadership Groups to monitor what has and hasn\’t worked to strengthen youth, and how to adapt for next time.

AutismNT is the peak body for Autism in the NT providing information, advice about services, support, education & training programs, parent support groups, library services, promotional materials and representation & advocacy for children, young people and adults with autism spectrum disorders.

Resource Library

The Library holds a collection of books, DVDs and magazines about autism spectrum disorders.

Best Practice ensure to improve the quality of life of people with a disability thereby empowering them to pursue and fulfil their life goals and aspirations as valued members of the community. And we are committed to ensuring our communities have access to appropriate services in an equitable and culturally sensitive manner, develop and maintain accountability to its members and funding providers and meet our legal and corporate obligations. We will look to our own community for employment, development and work opportunities, and engage in a dialogue with its communities and members to ensure the direction of the association is in line with community expressed aspirations.

Established in 2000, the Bindi Mwerre Anthurre Artists studio is the first in Australia to occupy the intersection between supported studios and Aboriginal Art Centres.

The studio provides a means for Aboriginal artists living with a disability to develop and receive recognition for their artistic practices by providing supported studio spaces, a national exhibition schedule, design contracts, multimedia collaborations, art fairs and art award opportunities.

The Mwerre Anthurre Artists hail from communities across the Central Desert region – from Kaltukatjara (Docker River) to Yuendumu – yet most reside in Mparntwe (Alice Springs). The painting process is an expression of self and connection to home country – an act that upholds personal and cultural identity.

The Mwerre Anthurre Artists developed out of Bindi Enterprises, which was established in 1978 to provide employment and community engagement opportunities to people with disability. In the 1990’s the late Billy Benn Perrurle started his career painting on off-cuts of timber and sheets of metal from the Bindi workshop. From these humble beginnings, the collective grew into an essential and distinctive Aboriginal Art Centre with several artists creating work that is highly sought after by galleries and private collectors alike.

Calvary Home Care has been supporting people in their own homes and communities for over thirty years.

We deliver a range of aged care, disability and other support services that enable independence, improve social connections and promote positive health and well-being.

Calvary Home Care is one of the largest, most trusted providers of care in Australia. We have supported Australian families with high-quality, compassionate care for over 130 years.

Calvary Home Care Mulakunya Flexible Aged Care Nguiu offers:

• Flexible Community Care (Flexi Care)
• Meals on Wheels
• Residential Respite Care: Mulakunya is a flexible aged care service for Tiwi Islander people operated by Calvary Community Care on remote Bathurst Island.

Carers NT is a remarkable not-for-profit organisation focused on enhancing the lives of carers residing in the Northern Territory. A carer can be anyone who selflessly provide unpaid care and support to their family members or friends facing various challenges such as disability, chronic or terminal illness, mental health issues, drug or alcohol dependency, or aging frailty.

The organisation firmly believes in inclusivity, welcoming all carers and the individuals they care for, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation. Our vision is to foster a community that recognizes and values carers as a significant asset, ensuring they have access to timely and appropriate services. To achieve this vision, Carers NT actively promotes awareness of carers among government funders and the wider community.

We strive to provide carers and their loved ones with a range of services, including respite care, counselling, volunteer support, peer support, advice and information, education, and advocacy. By providing these comprehensive services, Carers NT enables carers to nurture their own well-being, reducing the challenges they face and provide vital support to their families.

Join us on this journey and let us help you navigate the path of caregiving with compassion and expertise.