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NDIS Mentoring

Rise & Shine mentoring program

Empowering people with an intellectual disability, psychosocial disability or autism to grow, thrive and shine.

At United Abilities, we believe every person deserves the right support to live a meaningful and independent life. That’s why we created Rise & Shine — a tailored NDIS mentoring program designed to help people in Adelaide with intellectual disability, psychosocial disability or autism build confidence, develop essential life skills, and achieve their personal goals.

What is Rise & Shine?

Rise & Shine is a structured, time-limited NDIS mentoring program that provides personalised support tailored to each participant’s unique goals, strengths, and needs. Together, we co-design a focused plan aimed at achieving meaningful outcomes — all within a dedicated 10 or 12-week timeframe.

At the end of the program, if the participant chooses to continue, we’ll collaborate again to create a new tailored program of support, targeting the next set of goals and building on the progress already made. Each round of Rise & Shine is a step forward in a journey of growth, independence, and confidence.

NDIS mentoring sessions take place in inclusive, community-based locations like local libraries or accessible public spaces, creating a safe and welcoming environment where growth can happen.

Why mentoring?

Evidence-based research shows that mentoring can:

  • Improve communication and social skills
  • Boost self-confidence and emotional wellbeing
  • Encourage independence and self-advocacy
  • Support career exploration and life planning
  • Reduce isolation and increase community engagement


Whether it’s learning to manage money, build a resume, catch public transport, or simply set and achieve a personal goal — the impact of having a dedicated mentor can be life-changing.

A United Abilities client receiving NDIS mentoring from a support worker.

What makes Rise & Shine different?

Time-Defined

Choose from a 10 or 12-week journey with clear start and end points.

Goal-Focused

Each participant sets key goals during the initial consultation, and we work closely with them to stay laser-focused on achieving those goals.

Flexible in Delivery

Up to 3 sessions per week, tailored to suit each participant’s needs, learning style, capacity, and schedule based on available NDIS funding — ensuring they feel supported, comfortable, and empowered.

Personalised

No two journeys are the same — support is specific to the individual's aspirations.

Progress-Oriented

We walk alongside you every step of the way — tracking milestones, celebrating your wins, and cheering you on as you grow and achieve your goals.

Is Rise & Shine right for you?

Whether you’re an NDIS participant, authorised representative or support coordinator, Rise & Shine is a structured NDIS mentoring program designed to deliver measurable outcomes and meaningful progress.

Our team works alongside participants, families and support networks to ensure the experience is engaging, supportive and aligned with each individual’s NDIS goals. With a focus on building confidence, independence and life skills, Rise & Shine empowers participants to thrive in their everyday lives.

Frequently asked questions

Rise & Shine is a structured mentoring program designed specifically for people with an intellectual disability, psychosocial disability or Autism. It provides personalised support tailored to each participant’s goals, strengths, and needs over a focused 10 or 12-week period.

Sessions are held in inclusive, community-based locations such as local libraries or accessible public spaces — creating a safe, welcoming environment for growth.

Anything meaningful to them! From learning to manage money or build a resume, to catching public transport or achieving a personal milestone — the focus is always on individual growth and empowerment.

At the end of each round, participants can choose to continue. If they do, we co-design a new personalised plan that builds on their progress and targets their next set of goals.

We adhere to the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits, which you can be found here.

Mentoring services can be funded through your NDIS plan under either of the following categories:

  • Capacity Building – Increased Social and Community Participation, or
  • Core Supports – Assistance with Social & Community Participation

Yes, United Abilities is registered with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (NDIS Commission), meeting all the necessary quality and safeguard standards.

Registration number: 4050071181

Approved registration groups:

  • Assist-Life Stage, Transition
  • Assist-Personal Activities
  • Assist-Travel/Transport
  • Daily Tasks/Shared Living
  • Innov Community Participation
  • Development-Life Skills
  • Participate Community
  • Ex Phys Pers Training
  • Group/Centre Activities

Yes, all our support workers are qualified and compliant. They possess up-to-date NDIS Worker Checks, Working with Children Checks, Manual Handling Certificates, and CPR and First Aid Certificates.

We follow a thorough recruitment process to ensure we hire the best candidates. This includes comprehensive background checks, detailed interviews to assess skills and suitability, and rigorous training programs to meet our high standards.

To further support our support workers, we have a dedicated Support Leader Team. This team provides ongoing guidance, professional development opportunities, and regular performance reviews to ensure our support workers continue to deliver exceptional care.

At United Abilities, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care through our well-trained and dedicated support staff.

To register for services with United Abilities, you can either call our office on 1300 614 996 or send an email to care@unitedabilities.com.au. Our friendly team will guide you through the sign-up process, answer any questions you may have, and help you get started with our individualised support and group activity programs. We look forward to assisting you on your journey towards your NDIS goals.

Rise & Shine with United Abilities

Because everyone deserves a chance to grow, be seen and thrive.

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