Self care with Good Company means building the skills and routines to look after yourself, with a mentor beside you while you learn. We work on mornings, meals, sleep, exercise and keeping on top of appointments, at home and out in the community, across Perth and Melbourne.
It is not personal care. Your mentor shows you, prompts you and practises with you. They don’t shower, dress, feed or lift you. If you need hands-on care as well, we work alongside the provider who delivers it.
Is this the right Support for you?
Self care support suits you if you:
- want to get through your morning or evening routine without being reminded
- are moving into your own place and want to be ready for it
- find it hard to keep a week on track: meals, washing, sleep, appointments
- have support that does things for you, and you’d like to start doing them yourself
- are a parent or carer who wants your young person to build these skills one step at a time
We support NDIS participants aged 6 and up whose plans are plan-managed or self-managed. We can’t take NDIA-managed plans at the moment.
What we don’t do
- Hands-on personal care: showering, dressing, toileting, feeding, lifting or transfers
- Giving or managing medication
- Nursing, therapy or diet advice
- Cooking or cleaning for you. We do it with you, so that you can do it without us.
What is NDIS funded Self Care Support?
Self Care, also known as Assistance with Daily Personal Activities, is a funded support category under the NDIS Core Supports budget. It includes hands-on help with day-to-day tasks that you may not be able to do on your own — as well as capacity-building guidance to help you learn, grow, and eventually do more for yourself.
At Good Company, we don’t just complete tasks — we empower you to become more independent over time.
What Our Self Care Support Can Include
You choose what matters most. Most people start with one routine and build from there.
Your Day
- A morning routine you can run yourself
- A wind-down and sleep routine
- Choosing clothes for the weather and the occasion
- Alarms, checklists and picture schedules that do the reminding
Food
- Planning a week of meals
- Writing a list and shopping to a budget
- Cooking simple meals safely
- Packing lunch for work, school or a day out
Home
- Washing, drying and putting away clothes
- Keeping the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom in order
- A weekly rhythm for chores, so they don’t pile up
Health and wellbeing
- A hygiene routine you can follow on your own
- Booking appointments and getting to them
- Finding exercise you enjoy and sticking with it
- Knowing who to call when you’re not well
Everything is done with you, at your pace, and with your privacy respected.
How a Skill becomes yours
Your mentor does the task first and explains each step as they go. Nothing is expected of you yet. Watch, ask questions and see how it all fits together.
you watch
The routine is yours. Your mentor checks how it’s going at your next session, and you choose the next skill to work on.
On your own
You do the task. Your mentor reminds you only when you get stuck, and sets up checklists or alarms to do the reminding later.
We Guide
Now you do it side by side. You take the steps you’re ready for, and your mentor does the rest and shows you again where it helps.
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Together
We understand that allowing someone into your personal space is a big decision. That’s why we offer:
Consistent, friendly support workers who take the time to build trust and rapport
Person-centred care based on your goals, strengths, and preferences
A focus on capacity building, not just completing tasks
Flexible scheduling to suit your lifestyle and routine
A commitment to NDIS quality standards and respectful service delivery
Whether you need help getting ready in the morning or assistance building a healthier routine, our team is here to support you — and help you grow your independence with confidence.
Why choose Good Company for Self Care Support?
Self Care Support Across Perth and Melbourne
We proudly provide in-home and community based self care support across:
Greater Perth, WA
North Perth, Osborne Park, Balcatta, Karrinyup, Ballajura, Morley, Joondalup, Midland, Rockingham, Cannington, Thornlie, Fremantle, Armadale, and surrounding suburbs.
Greater Melbourne, VIC
Altona North, Southbank, Brunswick, St Kilda, East Melbourne, Maribyrnong, Werribee, Broadmeadows, Sunshine, Cranbourne, Dandenong, Melton, and more.
Our local teams understand the communities we work in and are passionate about helping participants thrive in their own environment.
Get Started with Personalised Self Care Support
If you’re an NDIS participant looking for personalised, empowering self care support that goes beyond the basics, we’re here for you.
Let’s build a daily routine that supports your goals and lifestyle.
Contact Good Company Disability Services today to discuss your needs or to schedule a no-obligation consultation.
We’re ready to support you in Perth, Melbourne, and beyond.
Goes great with self care
Supports work best when they feed each other — the confidence built with a mentor becomes real-world practice in the community, stronger goals at work, and bigger adventures away from home. And because your mentor stays the same across all of it, each support picks up where the last left off.
NDIS Self Care FAQ
What are NDIS Self Care supports?
NDIS Self Care support focuses on helping participants develop habits, routines and strategies that support their wellbeing. This may include building structure in daily life, improving time management, strengthening self-confidence and developing healthier self-nurturing practices.
Is this the same as personal care?
No. Personal care means a support worker helps you shower, dress, use the toilet, eat or move around. Our mentors don’t do those tasks. They teach and prompt, so you can build your own routines. If you need personal care as well, we work alongside the provider who delivers it.
What kinds of goals can Self Care support help with?
Self Care support may assist participants to:
Develop consistent daily routines
Improve sleep patterns
Build confidence in decision-making
Strengthen emotional regulation skills
Increase motivation and personal responsibility
Improve organisation and life structure
Supports are aligned with the participant’s NDIS goals.
How does Self Care support build independence?
Rather than completing tasks for a participant, support focuses on skill development and reflection. Participants are guided to identify strategies that work for them and gradually increase their confidence in managing their own routines and wellbeing.
Is Self Care support suitable for participants who experience low motivation or overwhelm?
Yes. Support can be structured for participants who experience stress, low confidence or difficulty maintaining routines. Sessions may include practical planning, goal setting and step-by-step habit building.
Can Self Care support be delivered in the community?
Yes. Depending on goals, sessions may occur at home or in community settings. For example, support may involve attending activities that promote wellbeing, planning weekly routines or building confidence in everyday environments.
Is this a therapeutic or clinical service?
No. Self Care support is not a clinical, psychological or therapeutic service. It is a capacity-building support focused on practical strategies, structure and personal development.
What NDIS funding category covers Self Care support?
Self Care support may align with Core or Capacity Building funding, depending on the participant’s goals and plan. Participants should confirm alignment with their support coordinator or plan manager.
Is Self Care support personalised?
Yes. Supports are tailored to the participant’s goals, strengths and current challenges. The approach is collaborative and paced appropriately to promote sustainable change.