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At Aspire Community Support, our mission is to assist individuals achieve their personal goals and we believe that everyone has a unique place and valuable contribution to make, and we're here to provide the assistance and encouragement needed to reach their full potential.
Our commitment extends beyond just providing services; we strive to create an inclusive environment where every person feels valued and empowered. By working collaboratively with people, their whānau, and community partners, Aspire Community Support ensures that everyone has the opportunity to lead a fulfilling and engaged life.
Together, we make a difference by fostering a community where each person can achieve their dreams and contribute to a vibrant, supportive network.
Ages
Adult / Pakeke
How do I access this service?
Referral
To access Aspire Community Support services, you need to obtain a referral from the NASC Disability Support Link. NASC (Needs Assessment and Service Coordination) Disability Support Link acts as the gateway to our services, ensuring that individuals are matched with the appropriate support based on their needs.
Here's how it works:
- Referral Process: Contact the NASC Disability Support Link to discuss your support needs. They will meet with you to determine the appropriate services and level of support required.
- Interview: NASC considers your individual needs and circumstances to ensure that the services provided are tailored to your specific goals and requirements.
- Referral: Once they have information, NASC will provide a referral to Aspire Community Support if our services align with your needs.
- Access to Services: With the referral in hand, you can then engage with Aspire Community Support to start receiving the tailored support and assistance needed to achieve your goals.
This referral system ensures that individuals receive the most suitable and effective support based on information you have provided.
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Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
The services that Aspire provide are funded by the government for eligible people.
Hours
Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Office hours as above.
Residential services operate 24/7.
Public Holidays: Closed Auckland Anniversary (27 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 26 Dec. Open 27 Dec. Closed 28 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 2 Jan. Open 3 Jan. Closed 4 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.
Services Provided
Residential Support- Aspire Community Support offers residential services that are designed to provide comprehensive support for individuals who require a higher level of care and assistance. These services are funded by Whāikaha, which is the government agency responsible for overseeing and supporting disability services. Here's how it works: Assessment by NASC: To access residential services, you must first undergo an assessment by the NASC Disability Support Link. This assessment evaluates your needs and determines whether residential care is the appropriate level of service for you. Funding by Whāikaha: If the NASC assessment confirms that residential support is needed, Whāikaha provides the necessary funding to cover the costs of these services. Accessing Services: With a referral from NASC and funding from Whāikaha, you can access Aspire’s residential services. These services are designed to provide a supportive living environment where you receive the care and assistance required to live comfortably and achieve your personal goals. Personalised Support: Aspire Community Support works to ensure that the residential services provided are tailored to meet your individual needs and preferences, helping you in a supportive and inclusive setting. This process ensures that individuals who need residential services receive the appropriate level of support funded through a structured and coordinated system.
Residential Support- Aspire Community Support offers residential services that are designed to provide comprehensive support for individuals who require a higher level of care and assistance. These services are funded by Whāikaha, which is the government agency responsible for overseeing and supporting disability services. Here's how it works: Assessment by NASC: To access residential services, you must first undergo an assessment by the NASC Disability Support Link. This assessment evaluates your needs and determines whether residential care is the appropriate level of service for you. Funding by Whāikaha: If the NASC assessment confirms that residential support is needed, Whāikaha provides the necessary funding to cover the costs of these services. Accessing Services: With a referral from NASC and funding from Whāikaha, you can access Aspire’s residential services. These services are designed to provide a supportive living environment where you receive the care and assistance required to live comfortably and achieve your personal goals. Personalised Support: Aspire Community Support works to ensure that the residential services provided are tailored to meet your individual needs and preferences, helping you in a supportive and inclusive setting. This process ensures that individuals who need residential services receive the appropriate level of support funded through a structured and coordinated system.
Service types: Home support, Needs assessment and service coordination (NASC), Disability support services.
Residential Support- Aspire Community Support offers residential services that are designed to provide comprehensive support for individuals who require a higher level of care and assistance. These services are funded by Whāikaha, which is the government agency responsible for overseeing and supporting disability services.
Here's how it works:
- Assessment by NASC: To access residential services, you must first undergo an assessment by the NASC Disability Support Link. This assessment evaluates your needs and determines whether residential care is the appropriate level of service for you.
- Funding by Whāikaha: If the NASC assessment confirms that residential support is needed, Whāikaha provides the necessary funding to cover the costs of these services.
- Accessing Services: With a referral from NASC and funding from Whāikaha, you can access Aspire’s residential services. These services are designed to provide a supportive living environment where you receive the care and assistance required to live comfortably and achieve your personal goals.
- Personalised Support: Aspire Community Support works to ensure that the residential services provided are tailored to meet your individual needs and preferences, helping you in a supportive and inclusive setting.
This process ensures that individuals who need residential services receive the appropriate level of support funded through a structured and coordinated system.
We want to provide you with disability support that meets your needs - whatever they may be. We work with a variety of funders, including Ministry of Health, Enabling Good Lives, and Ministry of Social Development. We can make your journey to individualised funding and budgets easy.
We want to provide you with disability support that meets your needs - whatever they may be. We work with a variety of funders, including Ministry of Health, Enabling Good Lives, and Ministry of Social Development. We can make your journey to individualised funding and budgets easy.
Service types: Disability support services, Needs assessment and service coordination (NASC).
We want to provide you with disability support that meets your needs - whatever they may be. We work with a variety of funders, including Ministry of Health, Enabling Good Lives, and Ministry of Social Development. We can make your journey to individualised funding and budgets easy.
Supported Living- is a service provided by Aspire Community Support designed to assist individuals with disabilities in living independently while receiving the support they need to thrive. This service is tailored to help people maintain autonomy in their own homes or chosen living environments. Here’s how Supported Living works: Personalised Support: Supported Living services are customised based on the individual’s needs, preferences, and goals. This may include assistance with daily living activities, such as personal care, meal preparation, and household management. Flexible Assistance: The level and type of support can vary depending on each person's requirements. This flexibility allows individuals to receive the right amount of help, whether it's occasional support or more frequent assistance. Goal-Oriented: Our approach focuses on helping individuals achieve their personal goals, which might include developing new skills, pursuing educational or vocational opportunities, or enhancing social connections. Community Integration: Supported Living encourages and supports individuals in participating actively in their community. This can involve accessing local services, engaging in community activities, and building meaningful relationships. 5. NASC Referral and Funding: To access Supported Living services, you will need a referral from the NASC Disability Support Link. 6. Empowerment and Independence: The goal of Supported Living is to empower individuals to live as independently as possible while ensuring they have the support they need to succeed and feel secure in their daily lives. Supported Living by Aspire Community Support is designed to create a balance between independence and support, helping individuals lead fulfilling and self-determined lives in their own homes.
Supported Living- is a service provided by Aspire Community Support designed to assist individuals with disabilities in living independently while receiving the support they need to thrive. This service is tailored to help people maintain autonomy in their own homes or chosen living environments. Here’s how Supported Living works: Personalised Support: Supported Living services are customised based on the individual’s needs, preferences, and goals. This may include assistance with daily living activities, such as personal care, meal preparation, and household management. Flexible Assistance: The level and type of support can vary depending on each person's requirements. This flexibility allows individuals to receive the right amount of help, whether it's occasional support or more frequent assistance. Goal-Oriented: Our approach focuses on helping individuals achieve their personal goals, which might include developing new skills, pursuing educational or vocational opportunities, or enhancing social connections. Community Integration: Supported Living encourages and supports individuals in participating actively in their community. This can involve accessing local services, engaging in community activities, and building meaningful relationships. 5. NASC Referral and Funding: To access Supported Living services, you will need a referral from the NASC Disability Support Link. 6. Empowerment and Independence: The goal of Supported Living is to empower individuals to live as independently as possible while ensuring they have the support they need to succeed and feel secure in their daily lives. Supported Living by Aspire Community Support is designed to create a balance between independence and support, helping individuals lead fulfilling and self-determined lives in their own homes.
Service types: Family / whānau support, Home support, Needs assessment, Needs assessment and service coordination (NASC), Disability support services.
Supported Living- is a service provided by Aspire Community Support designed to assist individuals with disabilities in living independently while receiving the support they need to thrive. This service is tailored to help people maintain autonomy in their own homes or chosen living environments.
Here’s how Supported Living works:
- Personalised Support: Supported Living services are customised based on the individual’s needs, preferences, and goals. This may include assistance with daily living activities, such as personal care, meal preparation, and household management.
- Flexible Assistance: The level and type of support can vary depending on each person's requirements. This flexibility allows individuals to receive the right amount of help, whether it's occasional support or more frequent assistance.
- Goal-Oriented: Our approach focuses on helping individuals achieve their personal goals, which might include developing new skills, pursuing educational or vocational opportunities, or enhancing social connections.
- Community Integration: Supported Living encourages and supports individuals in participating actively in their community. This can involve accessing local services, engaging in community activities, and building meaningful relationships.
5. NASC Referral and Funding: To access Supported Living services, you will need a referral from the NASC Disability Support Link.
6. Empowerment and Independence: The goal of Supported Living is to empower individuals to live as independently as possible while ensuring they have the support they need to succeed and feel secure in their daily lives.
Supported Living by Aspire Community Support is designed to create a balance between independence and support, helping individuals lead fulfilling and self-determined lives in their own homes.
The Very High Needs Day Programme- offered by Aspire Community Support is specifically designed for individuals who have significant and complex support needs that require specialised, intensive care during the day. This program provides a structured environment where individuals receive the comprehensive support necessary to manage their daily activities and achieve their personal goals. Here’s an overview of how the Very High Needs Day Programme works: 1. Individualised Care Plans: Each participant receives a personalised care plan that addresses their unique needs and goals. This plan is developed in collaboration with the individual, their family, and relevant professionals to ensure it meets their specific requirements. 2. Structured Daily Activities: The programme provides a structured schedule that includes various activities aimed at promoting skill development, social interaction, and personal growth. Activities are designed to be engaging and supportive, helping individuals to participate meaningfully and develop new skills. 3. NASC Referral and Funding: Access to the Very High Needs Day Programme requires a referral from the NASC Disability Support Link. NASC assesses the individual's needs and confirms that this high level of support is appropriate. Funding for the programme is provided through the relevant channels to cover the costs of the intensive support services. 4. Holistic Approach: The programme adopts a holistic approach, focusing not only on immediate needs but also on enhancing overall quality of life. This includes fostering social connections, promoting independence within the scope of each person’s abilities, and supporting personal aspirations. The Very High Needs Day Programme by Aspire Community Support is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for individuals with the most intensive needs, helping them to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their potential within a safe and nurturing environment.
The Very High Needs Day Programme- offered by Aspire Community Support is specifically designed for individuals who have significant and complex support needs that require specialised, intensive care during the day. This program provides a structured environment where individuals receive the comprehensive support necessary to manage their daily activities and achieve their personal goals. Here’s an overview of how the Very High Needs Day Programme works: 1. Individualised Care Plans: Each participant receives a personalised care plan that addresses their unique needs and goals. This plan is developed in collaboration with the individual, their family, and relevant professionals to ensure it meets their specific requirements. 2. Structured Daily Activities: The programme provides a structured schedule that includes various activities aimed at promoting skill development, social interaction, and personal growth. Activities are designed to be engaging and supportive, helping individuals to participate meaningfully and develop new skills. 3. NASC Referral and Funding: Access to the Very High Needs Day Programme requires a referral from the NASC Disability Support Link. NASC assesses the individual's needs and confirms that this high level of support is appropriate. Funding for the programme is provided through the relevant channels to cover the costs of the intensive support services. 4. Holistic Approach: The programme adopts a holistic approach, focusing not only on immediate needs but also on enhancing overall quality of life. This includes fostering social connections, promoting independence within the scope of each person’s abilities, and supporting personal aspirations. The Very High Needs Day Programme by Aspire Community Support is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for individuals with the most intensive needs, helping them to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their potential within a safe and nurturing environment.
Service types: Disability support services.
The Very High Needs Day Programme- offered by Aspire Community Support is specifically designed for individuals who have significant and complex support needs that require specialised, intensive care during the day. This program provides a structured environment where individuals receive the comprehensive support necessary to manage their daily activities and achieve their personal goals.
Here’s an overview of how the Very High Needs Day Programme works:
1. Individualised Care Plans: Each participant receives a personalised care plan that addresses their unique needs and goals. This plan is developed in collaboration with the individual, their family, and relevant professionals to ensure it meets their specific requirements.
2. Structured Daily Activities: The programme provides a structured schedule that includes various activities aimed at promoting skill development, social interaction, and personal growth. Activities are designed to be engaging and supportive, helping individuals to participate meaningfully and develop new skills.
3. NASC Referral and Funding: Access to the Very High Needs Day Programme requires a referral from the NASC Disability Support Link. NASC assesses the individual's needs and confirms that this high level of support is appropriate. Funding for the programme is provided through the relevant channels to cover the costs of the intensive support services.
4. Holistic Approach: The programme adopts a holistic approach, focusing not only on immediate needs but also on enhancing overall quality of life. This includes fostering social connections, promoting independence within the scope of each person’s abilities, and supporting personal aspirations.
The Very High Needs Day Programme by Aspire Community Support is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for individuals with the most intensive needs, helping them to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their potential within a safe and nurturing environment.
Disability Assistance
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Region
Waikato
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Contact Details
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Phone
(07) 839 0183
Email
Website
103 Tawa Street
Melville
Hamilton
Waikato 3206
Street Address
103 Tawa Street
Melville
Hamilton
Waikato 3206
Postal Address
PO Box 4083
Hamilton East 3247
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