Frequently Asked Questions

Things we get asked a lot

Reaching Youths is a youth support initiative dedicated to empowering young people through one-on-one support. We focus on building confidence, fostering social skills, and supporting emotional growth through meaningful activities tailored to each individual’s goals and needs.

Our youth support is designed for young people who could benefit from additional support in their personal, social, or educational lives. We work closely with families and caregivers to ensure the best outcomes for each participant.

Youth support sessions are personalised to each young person. Activities may include skill-building exercises, recreational outings, goal-setting, and emotional support. Every session is designed with the participant’s interests and development goals in mind.

Each support session typically lasts 3 hours. However, we are flexible and can adjust based on the needs of the participant or specific activities planned.

Yes! Our youth support are experienced, trained, and passionate about supporting young people. They are also required to have a valid Working With Children Check and undergo ongoing training to ensure they can meet the needs of our participants.

You can sign up by filling out the contact form on our website or reaching out to us via email or phone. After an initial consultation, we’ll work with you to create a support plan that suits the needs of the young person.

Reaching Youths is not an NDIS-registered provider; however, we are able to work with participants who have self-managed or plan-managed NDIS funding. Please contact us to discuss how we can align our services with your NDIS plan and goals.

Our youth sessions are available every day of the week, starting as early as 7:30 AM and ending no later than 8:30 PM. We are happy to discuss scheduling that works best for you within these time frames.

Absolutely! We tailor each support session to the interests, needs, and goals of the participants. Whether it’s focusing on social skills, confidence-building, or recreational activities, we’ll work with you to create a personalised plan.

The cost of support services varies based on the duration and frequency of sessions. Please contact us for a detailed breakdown of pricing and to discuss funding options, including NDIS, DCP & Private.

At Reaching Youths, child safety is our top priority. We have a comprehensive Child Safe Environments Policy and procedures in place to protect the well-being of all young people. All youth workers are trained in child safety and understand their mandatory reporting obligations.

We understand that unexpected situations may arise. However, cancellations or rescheduling requests must be made at least 24 hours before the scheduled session. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours will incur the full session fee.

You can support Reaching Youths by spreading the word about our services, engaging with us on social media, or contacting us about donation or sponsorship opportunities.

Reaching Youths is based in Salisbury, offering services across Northern & Westerns Suburbs of Adelaide and Mount Gambier & Surrounds. Please contact us to check if we’re available in your area.

Absolutely! We value feedback from families and young people as it helps us improve our services. Feel free to contact us anytime to share your thoughts.