Open Arms Community Services provides personalised psychosocial, intellectual, and neurodiverse support. To truly make a difference in the lives of those we support, we focus on creating an environment where our participants can thrive. We believe in a person-centred approach where choice is important, and we prioritise matching participants with staff they genuinely connect with. With this in mind, we have developed a range of services that reflect our mission and support your goals. Our expert team with extensive experience empowers clients to manage symptoms, achieve goals, and reintegrate into the community.
Experience rejuvenation with our Respite STA programmes designed to give our NDIS participants and their carers a break from daily routines. Our trained support workers provide care in a relaxing and enjoyable setting. Whether you need respite for a few hours or an overnight stay, our care ensures you return to your responsibilities feeling rested.
In our NDIS group day programmes, we promote meaningful social connections and skill development through carefully planned activities. These interactive experiences offer opportunities for socialisation and skill-building for individuals with disabilities. We create a supportive and inclusive environment where participants can actively engage, learn, and grow together, ensuring continuous personal and skill development.
Experience a sense of belonging and social interaction through our NDIS social and community care programmes at Open Arms. We excel in facilitating community access for NDIS participants, providing diverse opportunities for inclusion and engagement. Our dedicated staff members ensure a safe and empowering environment, allowing those we care for to access the local community at their own pace.
Our Personal Care services, compliant with NDIS standards, preserve dignity and enhance well-being. We support our participants with a calming presence, compassion, and person-centred care. We assist with daily self-care tasks including hygiene, grooming, toileting, eating, using aids, and mobility assistance. Our support extends across homes, during activities, and with family or others.
Dedicated to accessibility, our transportation services prioritise participant mobility and well-being, ensuring seamless community connectivity and various outing options. We provide safe and reliable transport for grocery shopping, medical appointments, social events, and other outings. Let our friendly team take the stress out of travel, ensuring you reach your destinations safely and comfortably.
Putting your nutritional needs first, we support you by providing delicious and nourishing meals tailored specifically for you. Our culinary team thoughtfully considers dietary requirements and cultural preferences. Choose from our flexible menu that aligns with your lifestyle, offering the convenience of prepped meals. With our commitment to your nutritional well-being, you can focus on what matters most while enjoying delicious meals every day of the week.
Our community nursing services provide a wide range of care, including support for complex bowel care, urinary catheter management, continence assessment, enteral feeding, ventilator and tracheostomy care, medication assistance, and epilepsy and seizure support. Our nursing professionals conduct thorough assessments, develop care plans, coordinate health needs, make referrals, and offer education and training to support staff and family members.
Psychosocial counselling involves a supportive relationship between a counsellor and an individual facing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges. Through assessment and personalised plans, specific well-being goals are targeted. This process focuses on understanding circumstances and providing tailored guidance for growth and resilience. Counsellors help develop coping strategies, interpersonal skills, and mental health. Addressing underlying issues promotes self-awareness, empowering individuals to navigate life confidently.
Our In-Home Care services provide tailored support to NDIS participants in their own homes. We help with daily tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, household chores, and medication management. Our dedicated and experienced staff work closely with each individual to meet their specific needs, fostering independence and improving their quality of life while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
Our prices are in line with the NDIS Price Guide rates, ensuring transparent and cost-effective services. By dedicating resources to staff training, continuous development, and streamlining our operations, we strive to deliver top-quality disability support services. Our aim is to exceed industry standards, and aligning our prices with the NDIS Price Guide empowers us to resourcefully provide the highest quality services possible and meet industry benchmarks.
We acknowledge the traditional owners of the lands on which we live and work. we pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging. we are committed to honouring indigenous peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to society.
We support LGBTQI community and their equality.
35 Mornington, Tarneit, VIC 3029 Melbourne, Australia
Phone : 0403518083 / 0422978279
info@openarms
communityservices.com.au
21 267 288 784
Founder
Alex brings a diverse background starting with surgical nursing from 2007 to 2013, followed by earning a Master’s in Mental Health from 2016 to 2018. His transition into community mental health nursing stemmed from a desire to do more than surgical procedures. Passionate about supporting individuals often misunderstood by society, Alex recognised the unmet needs of vulnerable populations and seized the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Director
Decontee, with a background as an enrolled nurse and extensive experience spanning over 15 years in the disability sector and having completed a certificate in disability support services, plays a pivotal role in overseeing support staff coordination services. She brings knowledge and a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
