Kindness Club: NDIS Social Group on the Gold Coast

Social connection under the NDIS does not have to be loud, fast-paced, or overwhelming.

Kindness Club is a weekly NDIS social group on the Gold Coast designed for participants who want meaningful connection, gentle structure, and a sense of purpose in a calm, supportive environment.

Run at our Nerang Hub, this group focuses on kindness, community connection, and emotional wellbeing. It offers a low-pressure alternative to traditional social programs while still supporting participant goals around confidence, participation, and community access.

What Is Kindness Club?

Kindness Club is an NDIS social group on the Gold Coast that combines social connection with intention and purpose.

Rather than focusing on high-energy entertainment, this group centres around simple acts of kindness, reflection, and shared experiences. Participants take part in activities that promote empathy, self-worth, and a sense of belonging, both toward others and themselves.

Each session follows a gentle, predictable structure, with flexibility built in to support different energy levels, communication styles, and emotional needs.

What Happens in This NDIS Social Group?

Each week looks slightly different, but sessions commonly include:

• Creating kindness projects such as cards, care packs, or small community gifts

• Preparing items to donate or deliver to local organisations

• Mindfulness, gratitude, and reflection activities

• Supported group conversations and peer connection

• Calm creative activities that encourage self-expression

Some sessions remain onsite at The Hub, while others include short, supported community outings connected to the kindness activities.

Participation is always optional. Choice, pacing, and emotional safety are prioritised at all times.

Who Is This NDIS Social Group on the Gold Coast For?

Kindness Club is suitable for teens and adults who:

• Want social connection in a calm, structured environment

• Find traditional social groups overstimulating or anxiety-provoking

• Benefit from predictable routines and gentle facilitation

• Are building confidence, emotional regulation, or social skills

• Want to engage in community participation in a meaningful way

This NDIS social group on the Gold Coast is particularly well suited to participants with autism, anxiety, psychosocial disability, or emotional regulation needs, but is open to anyone who values a gentle and supportive group environment.

Program Details

Kindness Club runs weekly and is delivered by experienced disability support workers with a strong understanding of neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice.

When: Mondays, 9:00am to 1:00pm

Where: The Hub, Nerang, with occasional supported community outings

Support Ratio: 1:2, with 1:1 support available if required

Group Size: Up to 8 participants

Supports are typically funded under NDIS Core Supports – Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation, depending on individual plans.

There are no out-of-pocket costs for this group. Optional transport support can be arranged if required.

Why NDIS Social Groups Like This Matter

Many NDIS participants want connection, but struggle in environments that are busy, unpredictable, or socially demanding.

A well-designed NDIS social group on the Gold Coast should:

• Reduce social pressure rather than increase it

• Support emotional regulation and psychological safety

• Encourage genuine connection rather than forced interaction

• Build confidence through shared, meaningful experiences

Kindness Club was created with these needs in mind. It offers a space where participants can show up as they are, connect at their own pace, and feel valued within a group.

A Values-Based Approach to Community Participation

At Loving Life, we believe community participation is about more than simply “getting out of the house”.

Kindness Club supports participants to experience purpose, belonging, and connection in ways that feel safe, respectful, and achievable. It is an NDIS social group on the Gold Coast built on care, consistency, and meaningful engagement.

Joining the Kindness Club Waitlist

Kindness Club is currently at capacity. However, places do become available, and additional sessions may be opened if demand allows.

Families and participants are encouraged to join the waitlist to be notified when a spot becomes available.

Based on the Gold Coast.

To join the Wait List, please click here