19/10/2026
🌴 That’s a wrap on Phillip Island! 💙
One last collection of photos from our wonderful Group STA to Phillip Island! What a fantastic few days of exploring, laughter, new experiences and making memories together! ☀️
A HUGE thank you to our incredible staff! 💙
These trips simply wouldn’t be possible without the dedication, flexibility and genuine care of our amazing team.
Supporting participants away from their familiar routines and environments brings new experiences, changing situations and sometimes unexpected challenges. Our staff continually adapt to different needs, personalities and circumstances, ensuring everyone feels supported, included and has the opportunity to enjoy their time away.
It’s their hard work, patience and willingness to go above and beyond that make these experiences possible. We are incredibly lucky to have such a wonderful team! 👏💙
And the good news? There’s plenty more to come in 2027! 🎉
As the NDIS landscape continues to change, so too will the way we deliver some of our group respite experiences. But one thing remains the same — we are committed to creating opportunities for people to get out, explore, build friendships and enjoy life!
🌟 So, what will our STAs look like in 2027?
🏖️ Planned Group STAs – We will be releasing our 2027 STA calendar THIS WEEK! With exciting destinations and activities to look forward to.
💰 Small out-of-pocket costs – With changes to NDIS funding and STA guidelines, some of our trips will now involve a small personal contribution towards certain expenses. We will always aim to keep these affordable and offer great value for money.
👫 Personalised Group STAs – Have a friend or two who also receives respite funding? Why not plan your own getaway together? We can help organise a small group STA with 1:2 or 1:3 support arrangements, where you have more choice over the destination, activities and experiences!
🌈 Respite your way! – Whether you enjoy relaxing by the beach, exploring new towns, shopping, wildlife encounters or trying something completely different, we’d love to help you create an experience that suits YOU!
The NDIS may be changing, but opportunities for choice, independence, connection and adventure don’t have to disappear. 💙
If you have STA funding in your NDIS plan, we’d love to chat about what options may be available to you. Eligibility and funding arrangements will depend on your individual plan and current NDIS guidelines.
📩 Get in touch with Assist Gippsland today! Ask us about our upcoming group STAs or how we can help create a more personalised respite experience for you.
Your funding. Your choices. Your adventures! 🌏✨