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Building confidence for everyday life

We’ll support you to develop practical skills for greater independence at home and in your community
What we offer

What is Daily Living Skills?

Our Daily Living Skills service supports people with disability to build the practical skills needed for everyday life. From personal care and household tasks to routines and decision-making, we work alongside you to develop confidence and independence at your own pace.

Supports are tailored to your goals, helping you build the skills that matter most so you can live more independently and participate more fully in your community.
Skill development
You will be supported to learn and build practical everyday skills that align with your goals.
Home skills
You can build confidence with household tasks such as cooking, cleaning and laundry.
Community skills
You can build skills to participate in your community, including travel and social activities.
Personal routines
We help you establish and maintain daily routines that support independence and consistency.
Personal care
Support is available to develop confidence in self-care activities and daily hygiene.
Flexible support
Supports are tailored to your needs and can be delivered one-on-one or in small groups.
WHY CHOOSE MERCY CONNECT

What makes our local, personalised support different?

We’re a regional not-for-profit that has been part of this community for over 20 years. The people we support and the families we work alongside shape everything about how we deliver our Daily Living Skills supports.

Build independence

We focus on helping you develop the skills needed to manage everyday tasks. Over time, this supports greater independence and confidence in daily life.

Personalised approach

Everyone learns differently, so we adapt supports to suit your pace and preferences. This creates a more comfortable and effective learning environment.

Support at home and in community

Skills are developed in the environments where you need them most. This helps you apply what you learn in everyday situations.

Goal-focused support

Supports are tailored to your individual goals and NDIS plan. This ensures every activity is meaningful and aligned with your outcomes.

Learn by doing

We support you to actively practice skills in real-life situations. This hands-on approach helps build confidence and long-term capability.

Experienced team

Our trained staff provide consistent, high-quality support. You are supported by a team focused on building your confidence and independence.

Ready to find out if Daily Living Skills is right for you?

Book a free 30-minute consultation with our team. We’ll talk through the service available, what your NDIS funding covers, and answer any questions, no commitment required.
NDIS FUNDING

Is this in my NDIS plan?

Most people access our Daily Living Skills service through their NDIS funding. Here’s what you need to know about the funding category, how to check your plan, and whether your plan management type affects access.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN YOUR PLAN

Daily Living Skills

SUPPORT CATEGORY

Core Supports or Capacity Building

BUDGET LINE

Core, Assistance with Daily Life Capacity Building, Improved Daily Living

SUPPORT NUMBER

01_xxxx (Core)
15_xxxx (Capacity Building)

If your NDIS plan includes Assistance with Daily Life or Improved Daily Living, you may be able to access Daily Living Skills supports.
Depending on your plan, support may focus on receiving assistance with tasks or building your skills to complete them independently.
Which plan management type do you have?

NDIS managed 
 (Agency managed)

Mercy Connect is a registered NDIS provider, you can use us with agency-managed funding.

Plan managed

Send your plan manager our details and they’ll handle the invoicing.

Self managed

Self-managed participants can use any provider. We’ll invoice you directly.

Not sure what type of plan management you have? Not sure if you have this in your plan? Check under ‘Core Supports’ in your NDIS plan or myplace portal. If it’s not there but you think it should be, speak to your LAC or Support Coordinator at your next plan review.

Don’t have this in your plan yet?

If these supports are not currently included in your NDIS plan, you can request them at your next plan review. Your Support Coordinator or LAC can help you demonstrate how developing daily living skills will support greater independence and help you achieve your goals.

If you are new to the NDIS, you can discuss your need for support with daily tasks and skill development during your planning meeting so it can be considered in your plan.

WHERE WE OPERATE

Where is this service available — and who do I contact?

Our Day Programs operate across two regions in regional NSW. Each region has a dedicated team you can speak with directly.

Albury-Wodonga

STREET ADDRESS

30 Bottlebrush St, Thurgoona NSW 2640

POSTAL ADDRESS

PO Box 440, Lavington NSW 2641

CONTACT TEAM

Community Inclusion

OFFICE HOURS

Mon–Fri · 9:00am–5:00pm

PHONE

(02) 6043 3500

EMAIL

enquiries@mercyconnect.org.au

Programs run weekdays across various community locations in Albury and Wodonga.

30 Bottlebrush St, Thurgoona NSW 2640

Common questions about Daily Living Skills

Still have questions? Our team is happy to talk through anything before you commit to anything. No question is too small. Call us at (02) 6043 3500

For professionals

Referring a client to Mercy Connect?

We work closely with Support Coordinators, Allied Health professionals, LACs, and GPs across regional NSW. Our referral process is simple, fast, and responsive.
Make a referral

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Interested in Daily Living Skills? Lets Talk.

Book a free 30-minute consultation with our team. We’ll answer your questions, explain what’s available in your area, and help you understand your NDIS funding options, all with no obligation.