Alkira’s Springfield centre in Nunawading is unlike any other. Our purpose‑built site supports adults with intellectual and other disabilities who have higher support needs, offering a relaxed, fully accessible, and supportive environment. Supports focus on building functional capacity, daily living skills, and independence, enabling participants to explore their interests, increase confidence, and engage more actively in everyday life and their community.
We offer a variety of engaging, practical supports designed to help participants build confidence, increase functional capacity, and develop everyday life skills. These activities align with NDIS goals related to independence, communication, and personal growth.
Participants can:
All supports are tailored to individual interests and needs, and delivered in a calm, flexible setting that reduces anxiety while championing choice, skill development, and greater independence in everyday life.
Unlike fixed-schedule services, our approach at our Springfield Centre is responsive to how participants are feeling on the day. We focus on wellbeing, and each person is supported to choose how they want to spend their time — with freedom to follow their own pace and preferences.
This flexibility helps participants feel more in control, promotes mental health, and creates a calm, enjoyable experience.
At Springfield Centre we support people to:
Our sensory room is thoughtfully designed to reduce anxiety and support engagement. It features a calming sensory wall, bubble tube, and sound beam technology to stimulate and soothe. These tools promote creative expression, therapeutic interaction, and relaxation. We also offer quiet areas for those needing personal space or emotional regulation.
Springfield centre includes a spacious personal care room equipped with a bariatric height adjustable-bed and an electric hoist. An additional hoist is available in the therapy support room. All staff are trained to safely support personal care and mobility needs.
The site was purpose-built with accessibility in mind. Featuring extra-wide doorways and hallways, wave-to-open doors, and fully accessible kitchen spaces. Large windows, open areas, and bright, inviting spaces create a clean and welcoming environment for everyone. The building also includes a hearing loop system and a range of audio-visual and communication aids to support diverse communication styles.
Out the back of the building you’ll find a peaceful garden retreat offering a quiet space for reflection and relaxation. Designed to provide a rich sensory experience, the area features flowing water elements, textured garden accessories, and vibrant plant life that create a soothing atmosphere. Whether enjoying the visual beauty of the gardens or simply taking a moment of calm, this inviting space offers a gentle atmosphere.
We have availability for our specialist day programs. We do not have a cut-off date for commencing services.
It’s easy to get in touch with us. Simply fill out the enquiry form and one of our friendly staff will be in contact with you. Alternatively, you can give us a call Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm.
We know choosing the right support is a big decision, and we’re here to help every step of the way.
To start, we invite you, your family and your support network to tour one of our Alkira sites. We’d love to show you around – it’s a chance to see our programs in action, meet our team, and ask any questions you might have.
If you’d like to take the next step, we’ll arrange a face-to-face meeting with Amelia and our Springfield Centre Coordinator. They’ll walk you through the assessment and make sure Alkira is the right fit for your family’s goals and needs.
We have spaces available for the first time since opening this site in 2021.
Referrals are welcome for older adults with intellectual disabilities with NDIS funding from SIL accommodation providers, aged care services and Support Coordinators.
Our services follow the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. There’s a daily facility fee of $3.30 that isn’t covered by your NDIS plan and will need to be paid directly, this is invoiced at the end of each month. Programs may have an additional activity fee and transport fees may also apply. All other costs are billed according to your NDIS plan and depend on your individual supports.
Our support is delivered by qualified, experienced, and dedicated staff. Many members of the Alkira team have been with us for years, allowing you to see familiar faces and build strong, trusting relationships with people who truly understand our programs and values.
This continuity of care is important to us. Many of our team members have been with Alkira for more than 10 years, and our longest-serving staff member has proudly supported our community for over 24 years.
Day programs run from 8:45am to 3pm Monday to Friday and we have other programs after these times. We offer other fun, group programs after-hours – please look at our Recreation programs for further information.
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