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Skills for Life for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

Skills for Life for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

Our Skills for Life program is designed to assist participants to develop the confidence and skills to thrive more independently in daily life. Through engaging games, community outings and practical activities, participants will improve literacy, numeracy and everyday life skills.
 
Weekly activities focus on:
  • Communication skills
  • Coping strategies
  • Exercise and nutrition
  • Everyday digital skills
  • Healthy hobbies
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Self-management
 
BYO lunch and snacks
 
2026 Term Dates & Costs:
Term 1 | Monday, 19 January to 30 March | $550
Term 2 | Monday, 20 April to 22 June | $520 (9 weeks)
Term 3 | Monday, 13 July to 14 September | $578 (10 weeks)
Term 4 | Monday, 5 October to 11 December | $  (11 weeks)
 
Time: 9.30am to 3pm
Location: Sandybeach Centre, 2 Sims Street, Sandringham
Tutor: Margaret O'Malley
 
You're welcome to join at any time during the term and we’re happy to offer free trial classes, just ask! Enrolments are taken on a term-by-term basis. There will be no classes on Victorian public holidays.
 
To enrol, call us on (03) 9598 2155 or email reception@sandybeach.org.au
TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  • There will be no classes on Victorian public holidays.

  • Bookings are non-refundable once confirmed.

  • This class requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If minimum enrolments are not met, the class may be cancelled and a full refund or credit will be offered.

  • We are unable to offer make up classes, transfers or refunds for missed classes.

  • Enrolments are taken on a term-by-term basis.

  • If you are unable to attend, you agree to notify Sandybeach Centre by phone or email as soon as possible. A non-attendance fee may apply if you do not notify us, to help cover catering, entertainment and event costs.

  • You consent to photographs and videos taken during programs or events being used by Sandybeach Centre for promotional purposes, including on our website, social media and marketing materials.

  • You agree to receive SMS and email communications relating to your booking and relevant Sandybeach Centre programs, events and updates.

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