Alkira Centre

For 70 years, Alkira has been at the forefront of supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families. We offer a wide range of services designed to support adults throughout their lives.

School Leaver Services
We provide three distinct services for school leavers, recognising that each student’s transition from high school to the community is unique, depending on their life and employment goals. All services are conveniently accessible by public transport, being close to the Box Hill train station, tram lines, and buses.

Further Education
In partnership with Box Hill Institute (RTO Code: 4687), our Momentum Program offers TAFE courses. The Momentum Program is a five-day program based at Box Hill Institute’s Nelson Road Campus, combining TAFE accredited units and Alkira non-accredited programs.

Momentum is outcome-driven with students gaining work placement, managing their finances, using public transport and accessing the community independently. Students mature through the programs, gaining a clearer understanding of their future goals.

Employment Support
Our School Leavers Employment Support service is a three-day weekly program at our Thurston Street site, designed to build confidence and prepare young adults for the workplace. Participants visit various industries to explore different career paths and gain retail experience at the Alkira Shop, our on-site Op Shop. The service also focuses on life and community skills, such as public transport usage, time management, and communication.

Daily Programs for Skill Building
For students not focused on employment, our Connections group-based programs offer opportunities to create, socialise, exercise, and learn life skills. These activities can be center-based or community-based, tailored to individual interests and skill areas. Participants can attend Connections programs any number of days per week, with 1:1 support options available.

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