WRAP Social Groups

Whittlesea Recreation Access Program (WRAP)

Belonging and Social Connection

Whittlesea Recreation Access Program (WRAP) social support groups provide individuals with opportunities to access the community and embrace a sense of belonging and social connection, with both new and old friends. This fun and interactive program empowers the participants to establish a group’s roster and activities, developing independent choices and creativity.

Program times
Weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Age group
18 years +
Location
Y-Space Shop, 7-41 Miller Street
Epping Victoria 3076

Independence & meaningful social connections

Our group programs support participants in building confidence, independence and meaningful social connections through a wide range of community, social and recreational activities.

Participants are encouraged to develop communication skills, build friendships, maintain relationships with peers and community members, and learn important social skills such as teamwork, turn-taking, waiting and respecting the opinions of others. Programs also provide opportunities to participate in group and centre-based activities that may be new or unfamiliar, helping participants feel more confident trying new experiences in a supportive environment.

Develop practical life skills

Participants are also supported to develop practical life skills that promote greater independence in everyday life. This may include learning to travel independently on public transport, managing money, looking after personal belongings, and participating in exercise physiology and wellbeing activities.

Where appropriate, participants can also be supported to attend allied health appointments and services, as well as engage in volunteer work, education and broader community participation opportunities aligned with their goals and interests.

Build communication
teamwork and social skills in supportive group environments.
Develop friendships
and meaningful connections with peers and the wider community.
Participate in community
social, civic and recreational activities, including trying new experiences.

Gain practical life skills
such as money handling, caring for personal belongings and using public transport independently.
Improve health and wellbeing
through exercise physiology, personal wellbeing activities and allied health supports.
Explore opportunities
for greater independence through volunteering, education and community participation.