KORA Ability is currently undergoing NDIS accreditation. Service delivery will begin once accreditation has been confirmed.

Our services

NDIS support, the youth work way

For young people with disability, trauma and big life experiences — supported by youth workers and leaders who have been doing this work for years.

What KORA stands for

KNOWLEDGE

Your NDIS plan explained in plain language — your rights, your options.

OPPORTUNITY

Real pathways into community, school, work and independence.

RESPECT

Trauma-informed, culturally safe support that honours your story.

AGENCY

Young people lead. We back your decisions and help make them happen.

What we offer

Services

01

Youth-led daily support

Practical help with routines, independence and everyday life — from youth workers who get it.

  • Building routines that stick
  • Independent living skills
  • Support at home and out in the world
02

Community and culture

Getting out, finding your people and connecting with culture, sport, creativity and Country.

  • Social, cultural and sporting activities
  • Travel and transport support
  • Connecting with Country and community
03

Skills, school and work

Capacity building that opens doors — confidence, study, first jobs and future goals.

  • Life and social skills
  • School, TAFE and training pathways
  • Job readiness and first jobs
04

Trauma-informed mentoring

Consistent, safe relationships with experienced youth workers and leaders who walk alongside you.

  • One consistent mentor
  • Trauma-informed, culturally safe practice
  • Support through tough times and transitions
05

Respite

Short-term respite for young people — giving families and carers a break while young people have fun, safe experiences.

  • In-home and community respite
  • Short-term accommodation (STA)
  • Weekend and school holiday respite
06

Supported Independent Living (SIL)

Ongoing support for young people living independently or in shared homes, with youth workers on hand every step.

  • 24/7 and drop-in support options
  • Building independent living skills
  • Stable, consistent support teams

NDIS funding

Supports we can deliver under your plan

We work with self-managed and plan-managed participants. Not sure what your plan covers? We'll go through it with you.

  • Assistance with daily life
  • Assistance with social, economic and community participation
  • Capacity building — improved daily living
  • Capacity building — finding and keeping a job
  • Capacity building — improved relationships
  • Short-term accommodation and respite
  • Supported Independent Living (SIL)
  • Self-managed and plan-managed participants

Common questions

Good to know

Who can use KORA Ability?+

Young people with an NDIS plan who are self-managed or plan-managed. If you're not sure, get in touch and we'll talk it through.

Who will be supporting my young person?+

Experienced youth workers, supervised by senior youth work leaders. We focus on matching the right worker and keeping them consistent.

Do you support young people with challenging behaviours?+

Yes. Our team is trauma-informed and experienced working with complex needs, behaviours of concern and crisis.

How quickly can support start?+

After an initial chat and getting-to-know-you meeting, we'll agree a start date that works for the young person.

Working together

Ready to work alongside your team

We are ready to work with Department case managers, support coordinators and allied health professionals to provide quality, consistent support to young people.

Department case managers

Working with child protection and youth justice case managers on shared care and safety plans.

Support coordinators

Clear communication, timely reporting and supports that align with each NDIS plan.

Allied health professionals

Putting behaviour support, OT, psychology and speech plans into practice day to day.

Make a referral

Start a conversation

Support that backs young people.

Tell us about the young person and their goals. No pressure, no jargon — just a conversation.

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