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Community (Day) Programmes

Opportunities for disabled people to participate in group or social activities in the community.

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A Day Programme (often called a day service, day activity programme, or community participation service) is designed to support disabled people to live meaningful, connected lives during the day, usually on weekdays.

Programmes vary by provider and region but they share common features and principles aligned with Enabling Good Lives, Whāia Te Ao Mārama, and person-centred practice.

Who can attend a day service?

Participants may include people with:

  • Intellectual or learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory disabilities
  • Neurodiversity (e.g. autism)
  • Multiple or complex support needs

Spaces are limited and attendance can be full-time or part-time depending on individual needs, funding and availability.

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Spectrum Care

Spectrum Care is one of New Zealand’s largest disability support providers and offers services across Auckland. It supports disabled people and their whānau with services including community support, respite and planned breaks, advocacy, transition support, and employment support, with a strong emphasis on choice, freedom, and independence.

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Te Rori A Mua

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Totara Farm Trust

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