Registered NDIS Support Workers & Social Groups Adelaide

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Who We Are

Person-centred NDIS support, social connection programs and confidence-building experiences.

We help participants feel safe, valued, and empowered to be their best selves. Our focus is on building independence, meaningful friendships, and strong community participation in a welcoming and respectful environment

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Our Services

Just some of the kind of support/activities we offer...

Short-term Accomodation (Respite)

At My Mates Place, we provide welcoming, personalised short-term accommodation for anything from one night to a weekend, a weekday stay or an extended break of up to two weeks.

Hanging out

Our social and group activities give participants the chance to hang out, enjoy shared experiences and build genuine friendships within a welcoming community.

Sporting events

At My Mates Place, we offer sporting activities ranging from large team events to personalised one-on-one sessions. We organise indoor cricket every Sunday evening, run regular archery training and more...

Camps & Trips Away

Camps and trips provide a change of environment, meaningful community participation and new experiences that help participants grow in confidence and independence.

One-on-one

While group activities and community participation are central to what we do, we understand that every participant has their own goals, interests and support needs.

School Leaver Programme

This program is being developed for participants who have recently finished school and are looking for meaningful direction, practical skills and greater confidence as they move into the next stage of their lives.

Real Life Moments

Everyday we share special moments with our participants - empowered to live their best life!

Our focus is on building independence, meaningful friendships, and strong community participation in a welcoming and respectful environment.

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At My Mates Place, we do more than achieve goals – we build a community everyone is proud to be part of.

We bring together participants who are eager to connect and build lasting friendships that grow beyond our organised groups, alongside carers and support workers who take a real interest in the people they support and help nurture meaningful relationships.

Our vision is for My Mates Place to be more than a support company. We want it to be a way of life built on friendship, belonging and shared experiences – an inclusive community where we look out for one another and feel proud to belong.

Blog

Some notable moments and activities with our participants...

19 Dec

Our day out at the Ashes

Mathew, Ben, Hayden and I headed to the Ashes for a day of world-class cricket, plenty of laughs and the kind of banter you would expect from four mates enjoying a big day out together.

We are all massive cricket fans, and for Ben and Hayden, it was their first time attending an Ashes Test match. That made the day even more special. The atmosphere was incredible from the moment we arrived, and the match itself delivered plenty of excitement, eventually ending with a huge collapse from the English batting team after they had managed to hang in there for most of the day.

While the cricket was the main event, the best part was spending time together. We talked about the game, friendships, future plans and just about everything else. There was plenty of joking around and banter, both between ourselves and directed towards what was happening out on the field. It felt exactly like a group of mates enjoying a great day at the cricket.

A special mention has to go to Mathew, who was the driving force behind organising the whole day. Around six months earlier, he suggested that we should attend the match, and from there he took care of almost everything. He organised the tickets, worked out the dates and times, planned our public transport and even suggested different places where we could grab something to eat. With only a little assistance from me, Mathew made sure the day ran smoothly from start to finish.

For Ben, it was his first-ever Ashes match, and he was completely taken in by the spectacle. He even bought a white bucket hat before we went, fully embracing the occasion and getting into the spirit of the day. It was great seeing how much he enjoyed the atmosphere and the experience of being part of such a huge sporting event.

Hayden is a quieter bloke, but whenever he does say something, it is usually gold. His comments and banter throughout the day, especially about the players and the action on the field, had us laughing constantly. He brought his own unique sense of humour to the day and helped make it even more memorable.

By the time we left, we had shared plenty of laughs, watched an exciting day of cricket and created memories that we will be talking about for a long time. More importantly, we felt even closer as a group of friends. It was a brilliant day out—not because of anyone’s role or support needs, but simply because four mates got together, enjoyed the cricket and had a great time.

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25 Nov

Hawk’s Birthday on the River

This photo captures a very special trip away with My Mates Place. Hawk’s family invited a group of his friends to join them at the river to celebrate his birthday, and we were more than happy to help make it happen. It was one of the first times Hawk had celebrated his birthday with such a large group of friends, which made the occasion particularly meaningful. With beautiful weather and a lovely spot on the river, we had everything we needed for a memorable celebration. Everyone got into the spirit of the day, playing games, singing songs and enjoying time together. Skiing behind the boat and heading out for boat rides were definite highlights, with plenty of excitement and laughter along the way. A massive thank you goes to Hawk’s parents for welcoming everyone and inviting My Mates Place to help bring the celebration together. Their generosity created an opportunity for Hawk and his friends to share something truly special. For me, the moment that will stay with me longest is the look on Hawk’s face as he blew out his birthday candles, surrounded by family and friends. Days like this remind me why I love what I do. A birthday celebration became a chance to strengthen friendships, try new things and share the joy of belonging—and those moments happened naturally through simply being together. Find our more about camps & trips away with My mates Place

23 Mar

WWE Wrestling Outing

One of our first big group outings was a night at the wrestling—and what a night it was! The participants deserve plenty of credit for getting this adventure started. They suggested the outing, told me about the event and sent through ticket links, dates and times. I helped purchase the tickets and bring everyone together, with a little organisation behind the scenes to make sure the evening ran smoothly. Our group included people of different ages and abilities, and everyone had an absolute blast. What stood out most was how naturally everyone included each other in conversations, decisions and activities throughout the night. The participants were an absolute joy to spend time with, and I was proud of the way they supported one another. The event itself was spectacular. Seeing the action live gave me a whole new appreciation for the athleticism, skill and courage involved in wrestling. The energy was incredible, and the excitement was shared right across our group. After the event, everyone had the opportunity to meet the wrestlers, ask for autographs and have photos taken with their favourites. The participants approached them with enthusiasm and respect, conducting themselves in a way they should be proud of. Look closely at our group photo and you might even spot one of the wrestlers! We’ve enjoyed plenty of other big outings, including the Royal Adelaide Show, football games and the Fringe Festival, but this night remains a standout. Everyone got along like a house on fire, worked together and came away with great memories. It was a brilliant example of what can happen when participants share their interests and help turn an idea into an experience we can all enjoy. Find out more about sporting events with My Mates Place

Hear from a couple of our participants

Living our best life is what we're all about!

What people are saying about us

      EXCELLENT  
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   Nicole Tregilgas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luke and his team have been amazing to work with. They treat every person with dignity, respect, and genuine care. Their commitment  to providing high-quality disability and respite support is evident in everything they do. I couldn’t be happier with the service I receive for my son. Highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  
 
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   Ben Hughes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really understanding always there in a heartbeat I'm so thankful for mmp always and forever will be a proud client
  
 
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   Andrew Hughes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent support, excellent leadership
Recommended my mate's place; they are extremely helpful. Great group sessions; 1-1. I heard respite is great as well. Especially the Friday night social group is extremely fun, and we enjoy it.
Had a blast at the AFL Grand Final day at the hang pad. Love the company and the participants. 10/10
  
 
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   T S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have read all the reviews and absolutely agree with them all. Society needs more 'Lukes'! Luke is enhancing our sons life immeasurably. He goes above and beyond when interacting and supporting our son. Luke's kindness and compassion shines through and as a family we also benefit from his unwaivering dedication.
  
 
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   Aaron Nowell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It's so much fun
  
 
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   matthew heinjus 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Recommended my mate place they are extremely helpful great groups session 1-1 I heard respites are great as well. Expecully Friday night social group is extremely fun and we enjoy it.
  
 
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   Emmily Donaldson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a support coordinator, one of the toughest aspects of my role is finding dedicated support workers and mentors, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Luke. He consistently goes above and beyond for his participants, and the groups and sessions he runs are outstanding. Our clients gain so much from them. Luke's communication is also excellent, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
  
 
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   Queeny Wilden 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so grateful to Luke Giamelli and Mia and Joel and all other participants in the inclusive kids program my child has benefited greatly from the program. Thanks again from the bottom of my heart truly the world is a better place with people like these individuals who give their all xx
  
 
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   Matthew Graetz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It’s a great website and a great company
  
 
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   Bronwyn May 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Luke is a very a caring and thorough support to my son and our family. He is a great fella and highly recommend him.