Planning Great Futures

Planning Great Futures Planning Great Futures has a respite care service on a hobby farm in Pakenham Victoria. these are often followed up by sessions in the workplace.

Planning Great Futures has been in business for thirteen years and has completed a number of projects and over seventy graphic plans ( PATH)
Planning - We have done a number of graphic plans PATH and MAP for individuals with a disability, carers, teams and agencies
Carers - We work with carers to create plans for them and help make them happen
Workshops on planning - we deliver fun 'hands on'

workshops for workers on planning including one day workshop 101 ways to plan and a longer program The Tool Kit. The Housing Roadshow - a workshop for individuals with a disability and their families to provide an informative practical guide to housing and the road to independent living. Includes the booklet The Housing Information Kit. Can also be delivered to workers
Mentor and support program - we offer a program of skill development, links to community, working alongside staff in the workplace to change values, build skills and create a change of culture in services. This can be particularly helpful where traditional training programs have not led to positive change. Participant reviews - a fun filled program including arts, one to one and group work to find out what participants think about their program, and what they would like to change. Suits traditional services wanting to make genuine changes to the way they deliver support.

05/06/2026

Hi from all at Brookfield!
School holidays are coming around quickly so please book early for overnight care
Wednesday 8th July - Art and craft workshop
10.00 am to 3.00 pm
Free if you bring your own worker. Or we can provide support.
Includes morning tea, lunch, art materials and choice of activities, cooking and feeding all the animals.
We have a weekly spot available for STR short term respite from Wednesday to Friday. Own bedroom with ensuite, be part of family and farm life, and develop social and independent living skills.
For more information and/or a visit call Diane on 0412 535 435

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13/05/2026

Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Our keen artists are already asking when we are holding the next art workshop?!
For those who do not know us, we hold an art workshop each school holiday which
is open to NDIS participants. They are open to our regular participants and also anyone
else who would like to join us. (NDIS participants over 15 years)
Winter school holiday workshop
Wednesday 8th July
10.00 am to 3.00 pm
Art and craft in the barn, feeding the animals and baking session
Morning tea and lunch provided
Art teacher, materials, morning tea and lunch are free
Participants can attend with their own worker. Or we can
provide staff support at 1:1 ratio or 1:3 ratio
Family carers are welcome to join us for morning/afternoon tea
RSVP to Di on 0412 535 435 See less

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Our four Plymouth Rock hens busy doing some gardenjng! We have two new ducks coming this week. Nothing beats poultry!
05/05/2026

Our four Plymouth Rock hens busy doing some gardenjng! We have two new ducks coming this week. Nothing beats poultry!

30/04/2026

Brookfield - short term respite service
I hope you have our autumn lunch date in your diary. We had a great response but do hope you will be there too
Saturday 9th May at 12.30
25 Ryan Road Pakenham 3810
Optional to bring a plate
RSVP is helpful to 0412 535 435 or [email protected]

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It is the Wednesday workcrew at Brookfield, Alysha, Jack and Skylar the puppy. . Jack is learning some great work skill...
29/04/2026

It is the Wednesday workcrew at Brookfield, Alysha, Jack and Skylar the puppy. . Jack is learning some great work skills and Skylar is a work in progress! They are looking for another post school participant to join them on Wednesdays.

18/04/2026

We have a spot on Wednesdays for an NDIS post school participant who would like to help with our animals, enjoy the art room abd develop social skills in a safe happy farm environment. The day would be shared with another young person, Jack, and supported by our Alysha who works as a support worker and looks after all our animals.
Pakenham area and we can provide transport locally
We also provide overnight respite care if required.
Contact Diane for more information on 0412 535 435
www.planninggreatfutures.org
Facebook: Planning Great Futures

10/04/2026

We would like to celebrate autumn with you by inviting you to a Saturday lunch in May at Brookfield. Come and meet our new animals, try our new games area and indulge in some art and craft.

When: Saturday 9th May 2025 12.30 to 2.30 pm
Where: At Brookfield, 25 Ryan Road, Pakenham
RSVP to Di

We look forward to seeing you next month
Diane Gow

Jigsaw night at the farm. Sophie discovered Gerard is an expert at getting those edges done!
02/04/2026

Jigsaw night at the farm. Sophie discovered Gerard is an expert at getting those edges done!

Chefs in the kitchen! I am just having a cuppa and looking forward to chocolate cake for afternoon tea.
26/03/2026

Chefs in the kitchen! I am just having a cuppa and looking forward to chocolate cake for afternoon tea.

23/03/2026

Reminder - Art workshop on Wednesday 8th April 10.00 am to 3.00 pm at
Brookfield, 25 Ryan Road, Pakenham
RSVP to Di on 0412 535 435
We also plan to plant out our new vegetable garden and a baking session in the kitchen!

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