Special Needs / NDIS

Inclusive program tailored for all levels of ability

The Homefresh Special Needs shopping and cooking program is a great way for NDIS clients to socialise, interact with the community and learn one of the most important life skills everyone needs; cooking healthy food from scratch.

All our clients benefit in some way from this inclusive program which is tailored for all levels of ability. We feel privileged to be part of their progress and aiding the development of skills and it is wonderful to watch the sense of achievement our clients attain.

What NDIS clients will learn

This program is carefully formulated to build confidence by developing skills such as the ability to:

try new experiences
socialise and interact with others
select and purchase fresh healthy and nutritious produce and ingredients
follow a recipe
use kitchen utensils and equipment (including appropriate knife skills)
work independently and as part of a team

Life skills, benefits gained as a result of being part of the program include:

having fun and enjoying cooking and eating with others
being part of the community
developing a broad understanding of nutrition and cooking healthy food
social interaction with the chef, each other and the shopping centre staff
understanding and accepting others
becoming more independent

Additional Information

When? Time (Adults and Kids Cooking)

Adults Class Schedules:
Monday – Friday 12noon-2pm
Tuesday, Thursday 9.30am – 11.30am
Saturday 9.30am – 11.30am (mixed kids and adults)

Kids Class Schedules:
Monday, Friday 4-6pm
Saturday 9.30am – 11.30am (mixed kids and adults)

Where? Location

Port Adelaide Store – Port Adelaide Plaza Shopping Centre

Seaford Store – Seaford Central Shopping Centre