Culturally Diverse Community Support
Nhanya Foundation provides practical advocacy, accommodation pathways, disability and allied health support, life-readiness, outreach, capacity-building and employment pathway support, with a particular commitment to culturally and linguistically diverse communities and respectful support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
What Support Is Available
Our community support programs and outreach services are shaped around your circumstances. This may include:
- Practical advocacy and service navigation
- Accommodation-pathway support
- Disability and allied health support
- Life-readiness support, outreach programs and community accessibility and inclusion
- Capacity-building support and employment pathways
- Connection to local support networks and support pathways
We aim to provide practical support that respects culture, family and individual goals, working alongside the family and community services already in your life.
Interpreter and Language Support
If you need to speak with us in another language, call the Telephone Interpreter Service on 131 450 and ask them to contact Nhanya Foundation on 03 8595 9012. This service is available 24 hours a day, every day.
Eligibility and Funding
Support can be accessed in a range of ways, including through NDIS funding (plan-managed or self-managed), other funding arrangements, or self-referral. Nhanya Foundation is a registered charity and is not an NDIS-registered provider. Ask our team about what's available and whether this support is the right fit for your situation.
What Happens After You Contact Us
When you reach out, a member of our team will follow up to talk through your situation, and let you know what support may be available and any next steps. There's no obligation, and you're welcome to ask questions before deciding whether to proceed.
Reach out to talk through your situation - our team can let you know what support may be available and the best next step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is an interpreter available?
Yes. Call the Telephone Interpreter Service on 131 450 and ask them to contact Nhanya Foundation on 03 8595 9012. This service is available 24 hours a day, every day.
Do I need an NDIS plan to get support?
No. While some participants access support through NDIS funding, others are self-funded or referred through other pathways. Ask our team about what applies to you.
Does Nhanya Foundation support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities?
Yes, Nhanya is committed to providing respectful, culturally safe support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, developed with appropriate community input.
Do I need to live near Hoppers Crossing or Werribee to get support?
No. While our offices are in Hoppers Crossing and Werribee, support isn't limited to people who live nearby - Nhanya Foundation supports people across Australia. Contact us regardless of where you're located and we'll talk through what's possible for your situation.