Dandelion House

Dandelion House We provide person-centred NDIS Supported Independent Living (SIL) Services across New South Wales. 🏠

Dandelion House is based in the Newcastle/Hunter and Western New South Wales Regions.

05/03/2026

At the stove helping SW Fraser cook dinner👨‍🍳, Bruce was in his element as kitchen assistant for the evening.

Sharing everyday tasks = connection, confidence and contribution. Well done Bruce!✨





02/03/2026

On a recent hot & humid day, Bec and Em headed to with SWs Alice and Shannon for some fun dog playtime and a refreshing cool-off.

Between the laughs, encouraged by her Dandelion House SWs and great friend, Bec, Em took some brave steps towards overcoming her fear of water. Moments that matter...💛

26/02/2026

🎨 Amy has been dedicating time to developing her artwork, exploring new ideas and expressing herself through colour and design.

Amy’s creativity is flourishing with the encouragement and support of her local Community Art Centre - her attention to detail is a marvel!

Celebrating individuality and creating space for joy - specialities of the team at Dandelion House😊




25/02/2026

💦 🐚 Olwyn enjoyed a sunny day out with HM Grace at , exploring the foreshore and Birubi Beach. Ollie found new passion for snorkelling, inspired by the many fish she saw on her aqua-adventures! The fish and chips for lunch were a highlight and a dip in Newcastle Ocean Baths on the way home was a great finish to the day.🌊💛





24/02/2026

Dear Diary,
Today I turned 4. I don’t know exactly what “4” means, but everyone kept telling me I’m a “big boy now,” so I assume it’s impressive.

This was my very first birthday at Dandelion House. Shelley, Nicholas, Lorrie and Lorraine made it feel like I’ve always belonged here. There were smiles. There were cuddles. There was a suspicious amount of attention focused entirely on me (which felt correct).

Then… the cake appeared.

I gave it a very professional sniff. For quality control.

Some might say I then “wolfed it down.” I prefer to think of it as efficient cake appreciation.

Four years old.
First Dandelion House birthday.
Full heart. Full tummy.

Best. Day. Ever.

Love,
Billy 🐾

26/01/2026

✨ Rebecca regularly visits her friend Amy (another member of the Dandelion House community), whose home is nestled among beautiful bushland. The neighbourhood is alive with birds of all kinds. Thanks to the welcoming residents, the birds often come close to say hello.

On this visit, Bec made a new feathered friend - hand-feeding a white cockatoo before it cheekily popped up onto her shoulder.😄🦜

Joyful moment with friends - and a little bit of pirate-style magic!

20/01/2026

Proud moments 💛🧵

Bernie has been working hard in Art Takeaways with Carole to design and create her own patchwork picnic rug, and the finished piece is AMAZING!

From selecting fabrics to sewing each patch, Bernie led the process - and the bright colours beautifully reflect her vibrant personality. Picnic plans are loading...! 🧺🌈


15/01/2026

☀️🌊 Jodie and Shana enjoyed some seaside Xmas fun in the sun at .

Jodie cooled off with a swim, while Shana collected shells and driftwood along the shoreline.🐚🌿 The day ended on a sweet note with a well-earned Mr. Whippy 🍦😄 - the perfect way to finish a summer outing🍦

Shana & Jodie's outings always put a smile on our faces! 💛




14/01/2026

💛🎄Together is the best place to be! Kylie and Ollie shared a wonderful Christmas lunch together, full of music, great food, plenty of laughter and the excitement of exchanging presents.

It was a beautiful way to close out 2025, celebrating connection, friendship and the simple joy of being together. Here’s to carrying these moments of warmth and belonging into 2026 💛✨





08/01/2026

🦜⛲ Things are getting quite busy at Bernie's, with feathered friends visiting every morning! Bernie made a mosaic inspired bird bath late last year and the visits from local bird life have steadily grown. Gonna need a bigger birdbath!

07/01/2026

🌞💦Taking the plunge on a hot summer’s day over the Christmas break, Michael headed to the pool with Support Worker Lucy, easing into the water and trying out a few different swim strokes. Michael's confidence and big smile show just how much fun was had in the sun! 💛

Small steps. Big wins. Summer done right.



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485-487 Hunter Street
Newcastle, NSW
2300

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+61240721222

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