The Get Up and Go Club supports young adults with disabilities/additional needs by giving them an opportunity to maintain frienships by providing a range of social and leisure activities.
What is the Get Up & Go Club?
The Get Up and Go Club supports young adults with disabilities/additional needs by giving them an opportunity to maintain friendships by providing a range of social and leisure activities.
What are the aims of the Get Up & Go Club?
The Get Up & Go Club aims to offer young adults, aged 18-years or more, with a disability/additional need the opportunity to participate in group recreation and leisure activities within their community.
The group is as inclusive as possible and gives participants the chance to access activities in their community, within a safe and supportive environment. The group has a designated leader, who facilitates the group’s activities and ensures that the activities reflect group member’s interests.
Who is eligible?
The Get Up & Go Club provides a respite and recreational service to people aged 18-years and more, who have a disability and receive the Disability Support Pension. Participants must also reside at home with their primary carer.
Do I need a referral?
Referrals may be made by case managers, service providers or primary care givers.
How much respite or leisure time could we receive?
The Get Up and & Go Club runs during each school term throughout the year. The program is usually offered on a weekly basis, generally on Friday night or Saturday during the day.
Access to the group is divided between all registered clients to ensure each individual has the same opportunity to attend.
What does it cost?
Activity costs range from $10 to $25 per session, depending on the activity.
How do I find out more?
Contact the Gateways Support Services Respite and Recreation Manager via Contact Us or by phoning 5221 2984.