Connecting

Explore the peer support, social and creative opportunities for you in Banyule.

AAA Play

Access for All Abilities (also known as AAA Play) provides sports and recreation referrals for people with disability
1800 222 842

Amaze

Amaze helps individuals, carers, families and all others who need autism-related information or support. 
1300 308 699

Arts Access Victoria (AAV)

Arts Access Victoria are the peak body for arts and disability. They are leading a more accessible arts and cultural sector. 
(03) 9699 8299

Banyule Community Health

Banyule Community Health provides a range of support, including social work support and community connect programs. 
(03) 9450 2000

Merri Health

Merri Health works in partnership with Carers Gateway. They offer a range of supports, services and activities. Merri Health work to strengthen the well-being of people with disability and their supports.
1800 422 737

North Eastern Citizen Advocacy (NECA)

NECA is a community organisation advocating for people with intellectual disabilities within Banyule. Volunteer advocate opportunities are also available through NECA.

VALiD

VALiD is the peak organisation for adults with intellectual disability. They support adults to advocate and connect with others.
(03) 9416 4003

Find more opportunities for specific ages

Children (under 12 years)

MyTime

MyTime connects carers to supported groups. Groups allow careers to feel understood, access information and resources.

Playgroup Victoria

Playgroup Victoria brings families and communities together. By coming together they encourage learning and development through play and social interaction.
1800 171 882

Toy Libraries Australia

Toy Libraries supports families and encourages togetherness with quality time spent playing with children.
info@toylibraries.org.au

Young people (12 to 25 years)

Explore the support opportunities available through Banyule Youth Services.

Older adults (over 60 years)

Seniors Online Victoria

Seniors Online provides information to people 60 years and over. This supports older adults take part in community life, maximise their health, well-being, and age well.

University of the Third Age (U3A) Network Victoria

U3A gives older adults access to leisure activities to suit many interests and energy levels — from learning Italian, to bushwalking with new friends.
(03) 9670 3659