Weekend Empowerment Experience

A supported, one-on-one weekend away in nature designed to help participants build confidence, skills and independence — through relaxed outdoor activities like camping, fishing and day adventures. Focused on choice, support and real-world participation.

This package blends respite for carers with goal-oriented participant engagement, giving both freedom and support.

Who This Is For

Participants who:

• Benefit from 1:1 support in a calm, natural setting

• Want to increase independence and confidence

• Enjoy nature, camping, fishing, or outdoor activities

• Need safe, structured weekend respite with meaningful engagement

• Prefer small-scale, participant-led experiences

What’s Included

1:1 Weekend Support

• Nature-based outdoor activities: camping, fishing, bush walks, beach outings

• Life skills focus: planning, problem-solving, decision-making, self-care routines

• Structured support: clear daily routines, check-ins, and reflective debriefs

• Carer respite: you can rest easy knowing the participant is supported safely

All activities are:

• Risk-assessed appropriately

• Person-centred and participant-led

• Flexible, calm, and paced appropriately

• Conducted with clear boundaries and safety measures

Focus Areas & Outcomes

This experience supports participants to:

• Build confidence and self-esteem

• Learn and practice practical life skills in real-world environments

• Improve social and community participation

• Gain resilience and coping strategies for new environments

• Enjoy fun, meaningful, nature-based activities

How It’s Delivered

• Support Type: 1:1 Outdoor Experience & Weekend Respite

• Environment: Nature-based / community-accessible locations

• Duration: 2–3 nights (Sat–Mon)

• Frequency: Casual or ongoing, based on participant needs

• Approach: Calm, reliable, strengths-based support