As part of their NDIS-funded activities and support, many participants at Latrobe Lifeskills engage in volunteer work across a range of community organisations. With support from Participant Support Workers, they contribute to settings such as Helping Hands Op Shop, Bundoora Park Farm, Dogs for Life, and the Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary. Volunteering offers participants the…

At Latrobe Lifeskills, being based on campus at La Trobe University means so much more than just location — it means being part of a vibrant, inclusive community. And earlier this week, that spirit was on full display as our singing group, The Revolutions, took to The Agora for a lunchtime performance. With infectious energy…

We are thrilled to announce that the Latrobe Lifeskills Dogs for Life partnership has launched in Bundoora! As part of a new Bundoora activity, Responsible Pet Care, participants will be involved in socialising and training future therapy dogs through our unique partnership with Dogs for Life. The program has been a huge hit with participants…

At Latrobe Lifeskills, we believe that building independence starts with practical experiences—and that includes understanding the power of voting. As a registered NDIS provider offering group-based supports in Bundoora and Bendigo, we’re committed to creating opportunities that help participants grow in confidence and engage meaningfully in their communities. One of the most valuable events on…

This month, we bid farewell to Professor Jessica Vanderlelie, La Trobe Lifeskills’ Relationship Manager and Deputy Vice-Chancellor at La Trobe University. Professor Vanderlelie has been a tremendous support to us, providing vital connections with the broader LTU community and helping position Lifeskills as an equal partner within the university’s initiatives. As she moves on to…

There’s nothing quite like cooking with produce from your on garden. That’s exactly what the Lifeskills Bundoora Cooking crew did recently, when preparing a Monday roast! Before departing for the supermarket, participants searched through the garden for herbs they could use in the day’s meals. there was no shortage of choice as participants identified and…

Participants in Bendigo recently made the trip to Melbourne and chose between visiting House Down Under and a Star Wars exhibit: The Fans Strike Back. The groups captured some fantastic photos of their experience – see below! In the coming weeks, the Travel Training groups will head to: The Bendigo Planetarium; Antopia; The Melbourne Museum;…

It’s that time of year again! Each February, fresh off our own First Aid renewal training, Latrobe Lifeskills delivers First Aid February to participants in Bundoora and now Bendigo. It’s First Aid February once again! Each year, Lifeskills Participant Support Workers talk to participants about first aid and what it means. Participants learn what is…

We are very excited to share our newest activity at Latrobe Lifeskills Bendigo! Health and Well-being is all about sharing ways participants can look after their own health; whether physical, mental or emotional. With guidance from Participant Support Workers, participants explore a range of topics including exercise, resilience, advocacy, mental health and what a healthy…