How Catherine's Art Mentor Programs Align With NDIS Core Capacity Building

Catherine’s programs are intentionally designed to help NDIS participants build core capacities, supporting independence, social engagement, and lifelong learning through creative skill-building in sewing, fabric design, and sustainable art practices.

1. Social & Community Participation

Catherine’s sewing and creative fabric programs support participants’ ability to engage socially and participate meaningfully in their communities.

How Catherine supports this:

• Collaborative sewing projects encourage participants to share ideas and techniques

• Group discussions about fabric design, creative choices, and sustainable upcycling build communication skills

• Participation in exhibitions or sharing projects with peers fosters social interaction

• Working with others on creative challenges encourages teamwork and connection

NDIS Outcomes Supported:

• Increased confidence participating in group creative activities

• Improved communication and collaboration skills

• Strengthened ability to share ideas and creative work

• Enhanced sense of belonging and inclusion through creative expression

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2. Health & Wellbeing

Catherine’s programs contribute to participants’ emotional regulation, resilience, and overall wellbeing through slow, mindful creative practice and sustainable fabric work.

How Catherine supports this:

• Hand stitching and slow-stitch techniques encourage mindfulness and relaxation

• Upcycling and repurposing materials fosters creativity while promoting a sense of accomplishment

• Guided creative tasks provide structure, routine, and confidence-building

• Artistic decision-making allows participants to explore self-expression and personal style

NDIS Outcomes Supported:

• Improved emotional regulation and stress management

• Increased confidence and self-expression

• Greater engagement in meaningful, creative activities

• Enhanced resilience through structured, achievable projects

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3. Lifelong Learning / Learning & Employment-Related Skills

Catherine’s programs support participants’ capacity to learn new skills, problem-solve, and develop independence, fostering creative and practical capabilities.

How Catherine supports this:

• Teaching garment construction and sewing techniques develops fine motor, planning, and technical skills

• Creative fabric design projects strengthen problem-solving and artistic decision-making

• Sustainable creation projects encourage resourcefulness and environmental awareness

• Guided mentorship provides support for goal-setting, project sequencing, and independent creative practice

NDIS Outcomes Supported:

• Increased independence in learning and skill acquisition

• Enhanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Development of practical and creative skills transferable to personal or employment contexts

• Growth in confidence to plan and complete projects independently

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⭐ Summary

Catherine Wright’s art mentor programs directly build core capacities aligned with NDIS goals, supporting Social & Community Participation, Health & Wellbeing, and Lifelong Learning / Learning & Employment-Related Skills. Participants gain confidence, practical sewing and design skills, creative independence, and engagement in meaningful, sustainable art activities.

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