Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Disability Support Services in Winnellie, NT
HPA has been dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in the Darwin region since 1963. As a registered NDIS provider, we deliver community access programs, affordable accommodation, and supported employment opportunities that empower people to achieve independence and life skills. Our services operate under the NDIS Commission's quality and safeguarding standards, ensuring person-centered care and continuous improvement. Through our social enterprises like car wash and printing services, we create meaningful job opportunities while maintaining a child-safe environment that prioritizes cultural safety for Aboriginal and diverse communities. Our strategic focus includes expanding supported employment crews, enhancing accommodation options, and developing pathways programs for school leavers.With a workforce trained across multiple functions, we combine operational excellence with compassionate support to break down barriers for people with disabilities. Our volunteer programs and community partnerships strengthen our mission to build confidence and foster inclusion. Financial sustainability is achieved through strategic alliances, grant funding, and core business tenders. We maintain rigorous safety protocols and data-driven quality improvements to ensure client satisfaction. Headquartered in Winnellie, we serve Darwin and Palmerston regions with services ranging from daily living skills training to specialized disability accommodation.
Services
Supported Employment
NDIS Services
Accommodation Support
Community Access Programs
Supported Independent Living
Daily Living Skills Training
Specialized Disability Accommodation
Volunteer Programs
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience supporting people with disabilities
- Our NDIS-registered services follow strict quality and safeguarding standards
- We create local employment opportunities through social enterprises
- Our child-safe environment prioritizes cultural safety for diverse communities
- We offer comprehensive support from daily living skills to housing solutions
Associations and certifications
- NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework
Services
Supported Employment
Our supported employment services create meaningful job opportunities for people with disabilities through integrated work settings and skills development programs. We provide ongoing support to help individuals achieve workplace independence while maintaining compliance with NDIS quality standards. This service includes vocational assessments, job coaching, and employment pathway planning.
NDIS Services
As registered NDIS providers, we deliver personalized support services under 14 NDIS categories including accommodation, daily living skills, and community participation. Our team helps participants navigate their NDIS plans while delivering services that align with the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework's strict standards for person-centered care.
Accommodation Support
We provide supported independent living arrangements and affordable housing options for people with disabilities in Darwin and Palmerston. Our services range from 24/7 support to part-time assistance with daily living skills, budgeting, and community engagement while maintaining a focus on cultural safety and child protection standards.
Community Access Programs
Our community access initiatives help people with disabilities participate in social activities, attend appointments, and develop life skills through structured programs. Services include transport assistance, meal planning guidance, and confidence-building activities designed to promote independence while following NDIS safeguarding protocols.
Supported Independent Living
We offer tailored supported independent living solutions with flexible assistance levels ranging from occasional check-ins to 24/7 care. Our services help tenants maintain their homes through domestic support, budgeting assistance, and community integration programs while ensuring compliance with disability accommodation standards.
People
Stephanie Ransome
Chief Executive Officer
Stephanie leads HPA's strategic direction with over 20 years of experience in disability services. She oversees operations across supported employment, accommodation, and NDIS programs while maintaining compliance with quality standards.
Karen Buss
Organisational Development Manager
Karen manages organizational growth initiatives, focusing on workforce development and multi-functional training programs. She plays key role in implementing HPA's strategic plan for expanding supported employment services.
Verena Brady
Finance Manager
Verena oversees financial operations and sustainability strategies. She manages budgeting processes and ensures fiscal compliance with NDIS funding requirements while supporting grant acquisition efforts.
Sue Clarke
Winnellie Business Development Manager
Sue develops local partnerships and business opportunities that create employment pathways for people with disabilities. She coordinates social enterprise initiatives that generate sustainable funding for support services.
Sarah Skopellos
Employer Abiliti Project Manager
Sarah manages employer engagement programs that connect businesses with supported workers. She facilitates workplace accommodations and provides ongoing support to ensure successful employment outcomes.
Questions
What disability services does HPA offer?
We provide supported employment, NDIS services, accommodation support, community access programs, and supported independent living solutions across Darwin and Palmerston regions.
Are you NDIS registered?
Yes, we're registered NDIS providers operating under the NDIS Commission's quality and safeguarding standards since the scheme's implementation.
How can I get involved with HPA?
You can support through volunteering, purchasing our products, or partnering with our social enterprises. Contact us to explore collaboration opportunities.
What employment support do you provide?
We offer vocational training, job coaching, and supported work placements through our social enterprises while providing ongoing workplace support.
Do you offer accommodation services?
Yes, we provide supported independent living options with flexible assistance levels, including affordable housing for eligible individuals with disabilities.
How do you ensure service quality?
We follow NDIS quality standards, maintain child-safe policies, and implement continuous improvement systems while collecting client feedback for service enhancements.