HNS ILC & IFCB - Capacity Building Programs

HNS ILC & IFCB - Capacity Building Programs HNS ILC & IFCB are free to access capacity building programs that service the local communities of Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Lake Cathie, Kempsey & Laurieton.

Find our referral forms on the HNS website https://www.hastingsneighbourhoodservices.org.au/

HNS’s ILC & IFCB teams had a great time at the Port Macquarie Disability Expo today and would like to say a huge thank y...
14/05/2026

HNS’s ILC & IFCB teams had a great time at the Port Macquarie Disability Expo today and would like to say a huge thank you to everyone in community who attended the event and spoke with the team. It was a pleasure to meet each and every one of you.

If you would like to learn more about how the ILC or IFCB programs can support you, please visit the HNS website for more information or complete our referral forms below.

IFCB referral form: https://form.jotform.com/261091432661856

ILC referral form: https://form.jotform.com/251890736834871

This week saw the beginning of ILC's Term 2 Social and Capacity Building Group Programs. These include a variety of arts...
08/05/2026

This week saw the beginning of ILC's Term 2 Social and Capacity Building Group Programs.

These include a variety of arts, wellbeing, life skills and nature programs that support participation in community, networking with peers and developing new social and creative skills, in an informal, non-confronting and welcoming environment.

Our women's wellness sessions saw groups of like-minded ladies making take-home positive affirmation cards, and creating and writing their own 'horoscopes' in a goals-focused format... releasing these intentions to the universe for culmination and manifestation.

Join us for one of our ILC programs at Port Macquarie, Wauchope or Lake Cathie Neighbourhood Centres, using the link below to register:

https://form.jotform.com/260887935847882

IFCB stands for Individual and Family Capacity Building and HNS are excited to announce we will now be supporting indivi...
04/05/2026

IFCB stands for Individual and Family Capacity Building and HNS are excited to announce we will now be supporting individuals and families within our community as they navigate transition points in life.

To speak with a team member about how IFCB can support you, follow the link below to our referral form.
https://form.jotform.com/261091432661856

Who IFCB will service:
The Individual and Families Capacity Building Program (IFCB) will service individuals with Intellectual Disability, Autism, ADHD, Sensory Disability, and Acquired Brain Injury, their families and carers. The IFCB program will target individuals aged between 9 - 65 and support them to build personal and systems capacity so that they can self advocate, navigate service systems and access relevant supports.

What support IFCB can offer:
The Individual and Family Capacity Building Program (IFCB) will include a 4 person team who will deliver the program via 1:1 goal planning and achievement strategy sessions, capacity building assessments, social and peer support groups, information sessions and skills development workshops. All IFCB supports are free to the community with the availability to self-refer into the program.
Where the IFCB program will provide service:
The IFCB program will service the communities of Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Lake Cathie, Kempsey and Laurieton with a number of outreach days across each location.

IFCB aims and community outcomes:
Over the course of the 2 year IFCB funding, the program will strive towards a number of community outcomes such as:
• Increased resilience for the individual and family unit.
• Increased confidence in identifying, planning and managing transitions through key life stages.
• Reduction in societal barriers to allow for all ability inclusion.
• Increased community capacity to recognise and remove inclusion barriers and embrace welcoming inclusion practices.

We want to hear from you. HNS ILC & IFCB are seeking members for our advisory committee.  If you have lived experience o...
01/05/2026

We want to hear from you. HNS ILC & IFCB are seeking members for our advisory committee.

If you have lived experience of disability, are a carer or family member / friend of someone living with disability we would love to have you join our advisory committee.

The advisory committee meets bi monthly for 1 hour with the option to attend via teams or in person. Involvement is flexible and there are no additional commitments involved with becoming a member.

If you would like join or find out more about our advisory committee please follow the link below, scan the qr code or contact Grace via email: ifcb.coordinator@hns.org.au

https://form.jotform.com/261190889906874

Meet the faces behind the IFCB Program!IFCB stands for Individual and Family Capacity Building and HNS are excited to an...
30/04/2026

Meet the faces behind the IFCB Program!

IFCB stands for Individual and Family Capacity Building and HNS are excited to announce we will now be supporting individuals and families within our community as they navigate transition points in life.

To speak with a team member about how IFCB can support you, follow the link below to our referral form.

https://form.jotform.com/261091432661856

Who IFCB will service:
The Individual and Families Capacity Building Program (IFCB) will service individuals with Intellectual Disability, Autism, ADHD, Sensory Disability, and Acquired Brain Injury, their families and carers. The IFCB program will target individuals aged between 9 - 65 and support them to build personal and systems capacity so that they can self advocate, navigate service systems and access relevant supports.

What support IFCB can offer:
The Individual and Family Capacity Building Program (IFCB) will include a 4 person team who will deliver the program via 1:1 goal planning and achievement strategy sessions, capacity building assessments, social and peer support groups, information sessions and skills development workshops. All IFCB supports are free to the community with the availability to self-refer into the program.

Where the IFCB program will provide service:
The IFCB program will service the communities of Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Lake Cathie, Kempsey and Laurieton with a number of outreach days across each location.

IFCB aims and community outcomes:
Over the course of the 2 year IFCB funding, the program will strive towards a number of community outcomes such as:
• Increased resilience for the individual and family unit.
• Increased confidence in identifying, planning and managing transitions through key life stages.
• Reduction in societal barriers to allow for all ability inclusion.
• Increased community capacity to recognise and remove inclusion barriers and embrace welcoming inclusion practices.

Join us at one (or more) of our fully funded Social Participation and Peer Support Programs for Term 2, 2026!Offering a ...
20/04/2026

Join us at one (or more) of our fully funded Social Participation and Peer Support Programs for Term 2, 2026!

Offering a range of all-abilities, small groups across our campuses at Port Macquarie, Wauchope and Lake Cathie - there is something for everyone!

Programs commence from week starting Monday 4th May. Use the link below to register, and see you soon! 🌸🌺🌼🌿

https://form.jotform.com/260887935847882

🌟 Term 1 Wrap-Up & Term 2 Invitation 🌟What an incredible Term 1 we’ve had! Our programs were full of connection, creativ...
08/04/2026

🌟 Term 1 Wrap-Up & Term 2 Invitation 🌟

What an incredible Term 1 we’ve had! Our programs were full of connection, creativity, and fun. Participants enjoyed a wide range of activities including fishing adventures, cooking together, potting herbs, and getting creative with wire beading and string art. We also explored movement and culture through belly dancing and created meaningful pieces like our Tree of Life.

It’s been wonderful to see new friendships form, skills grow, and confidence build across all our sessions 💚

Now, we’re excited to do it all again in Term 2!

If you’re looking to get involved in a welcoming, inclusive space where you can learn new skills, meet great people, and have fun – we’d love to have you join us.

📩 Get in touch to find out more contact Amy on 0461 450 448 or to register your interest for Term 2 programs follow this link https://form.jotform.com/260887935847882

Let’s keep building, creating, and connecting together!

07/04/2026

Stay tuned for an exciting update.... HNS has something new coming your way soon!

🌟 Term 2 Free Community Programs Are Here! 🌟We’re excited to welcome you back for another great term of our free communi...
01/04/2026

🌟 Term 2 Free Community Programs Are Here! 🌟

We’re excited to welcome you back for another great term of our free community programs, designed to build skills, confidence, and connection in a safe and inclusive environment.

Our Term 2 programs offer something for everyone, including opportunities to:
🌱 Get involved in hands-on activities
🍳 Learn new cooking and healthy living skills
🎣 Enjoy outdoor and social experiences
🤝 Connect with others in a supportive community

Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, we’d love to see you there! Our programs are open, welcoming, and focused on building independence and wellbeing for all participants.

Programs start W/C 4th May 2026 – spots are limited!
📩 to register https://form.jotform.com/260887935847882

🤔or find out more by contacted ILC's Program Support Worker Amy on 0461 450 448

Let’s make Term 2 another fantastic journey together! 💚

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