Our Services

Practical mentoring. Meaningful activity. Real progress.

Reel Supports provides practical, relationship-based support for men across the Gold Coast. We work alongside participants to build confidence, independence, routine and purpose through consistent mentoring and meaningful everyday activity.

From daily living and community participation to employment, wellness strategies and fishing groups, our focus is simple: support should lead somewhere.

We work with people, not just goals — and we believe outcomes come from movement and purpose.

  • Sometimes progress starts with having the right person consistently beside you.

    Reel Supports provides practical 1:1 mentoring for men who benefit from encouragement, structure and a steady relationship to help move things forward. Our mentors work alongside participants rather than simply doing things for them.

    Support is individual to the person. For one participant, that might mean establishing a weekly routine and becoming more confident getting out into the community. For another, it could mean working towards employment, improving everyday living skills, managing appointments or putting strategies from an existing wellness or support plan into practice.

    We can also work alongside recommendations from a participant's broader support team. Where an OT, psychologist or other professional has developed strategies, our role can be helping the participant practise and implement those strategies in everyday life.

    Mentoring might happen at home, over a walk, in the community, while fishing or while working through a practical task. The setting matters less than having a purpose behind the support.

    This might look like: building routines • developing confidence • decision-making • problem-solving • implementing agreed wellness strategies • attending appointments • learning practical skills • preparing for work or study • increasing independence.

    The aim: consistent support that helps a person gradually take greater ownership of their everyday life.

  • Everyday life provides some of the best opportunities to build independence.

    Reel Supports supports participants with daily living and community participation in a way that encourages them to be actively involved, rather than having everything done for them.

    That can include shopping and meal preparation, household routines, appointments, accessing services, using community facilities, planning activities, transport skills or simply becoming more comfortable and confident getting out of the house.

    Community participation doesn't always need to mean attending a formal program or organised activity. It can be going to the gym, visiting Bunnings for a project, learning to navigate somewhere independently, joining a fishing group, attending an appointment or developing confidence in everyday social situations.

    We use these ordinary experiences as opportunities to build skills, communication, decision-making and independence.

    This might look like: shopping and budgeting • meal preparation • household routines • attending appointments • accessing the community • planning a day • learning transport skills • trying new activities • building social confidence.

    The aim: helping participants become more capable and confident in the everyday parts of life that matter to them.

  • Fishing is where Reel Supports began, and it remains an important part of what we do.

    But for us, fishing is about much more than catching fish.

    Being outdoors creates a natural environment for conversation, learning, problem-solving and connection. For participants who don't particularly enjoy traditional support settings, doing something meaningful alongside another person can make engagement feel far more natural.

    Our fishing supports can be delivered individually or through small groups, depending on the participant's needs and suitability.

    Participants are encouraged to be involved — preparing equipment, choosing locations, learning fishing skills, making decisions, solving problems and gradually becoming more independent.

    Small groups also provide opportunities to meet other men, share knowledge, have a laugh and build social confidence without the pressure of a formal social program.

    And fishing isn't the only option. Depending on the person, meaningful activity might involve walking, gardening, outdoor projects, exploring new places or other community-based interests.

    This might look like: land-based fishing • small fishing groups • learning equipment and fishing skills • outdoor activities • walking • gardening • community outings • developing hobbies • meeting other participants.

    The aim: using meaningful activity to create opportunities for connection, confidence, skills, participation and independence.

    Fishing might be the activity. The outcome can be much bigger.

  • Getting a job is often only one part of the employment journey.

    For some people, the bigger challenge is everything that needs to happen around employment — developing a routine, getting organised, attending appointments, building confidence, preparing for workplace expectations and then maintaining those routines once employment begins.

    That's where Reel Supports can help.

    We aren't an employment agency and we don't replace employment providers. Instead, we provide practical wrap-around mentoring and scaffolding that can complement the work of an employment service.

    For participants already connected with an employment provider, we can work collaboratively to help turn employment plans into practical action between appointments.

    Support can also continue once someone starts work. Maintaining employment may involve learning to manage a new routine, getting to work reliably, communicating appropriately, managing setbacks and balancing work with the rest of everyday life.

    This might look like: establishing a work routine • attending employment appointments • preparing for interviews • organising suitable clothing • transport planning • confidence building • workplace communication • developing reliability • adjusting to employment • maintaining work.

    The aim: not simply helping someone get a job, but building the practical foundations that can help them prepare for, participate in and sustain employment.

  • Sometimes getting away from the usual environment creates opportunities to practise skills in a completely different way.

    Reel Supports can provide individually planned short breaks and supported getaways where these are appropriate to the participant's needs, goals, support arrangements and available funding.

    These aren't simply holidays with a support worker.

    A trip might provide opportunities for a participant to help plan where they're going, organise belongings and equipment, shop for food, prepare meals, manage routines, make decisions, experience unfamiliar environments and participate in activities they may not otherwise have the confidence or support to try.

    Fishing and outdoor activities can form part of a getaway, but the support is planned around the individual rather than the destination.

    We consider the participant's support needs, independence, health and safety, environment, staffing and purpose of the support before agreeing to a trip.

    This might look like: planning a trip • preparing equipment • shopping and meals • managing daily routines away from home • fishing and outdoor activities • decision-making • experiencing new environments • developing confidence and independence.

    The aim: a purposeful experience that provides opportunities to practise everyday skills, build confidence and participate in something meaningful.

    Our skilled support workers ensure a safe, engaging, and enjoyable experience, helping individuals build confidence, develop life skills, and create meaningful memories. Whether you’re looking for a short local escape or an extended getaway, Reel Supports is here to provide a supportive and empowering respite experiences that prioritises your well-being.

    Let us help you recharge, connect, and enjoy new experiences— your next adventure awaits!

    Our respite adventure trips offer participants the opportunity to explore stunning local destinations while enjoying a supportive and enriching experience. Popular getaway locations include K’gari (Fraser Island), Moreton Island, and North Stradbroke Island, where participants can immerse themselves in coastal beauty, outdoor activities, and relaxation.

    For those who enjoy freshwater and nature-based experiences, we also venture to Lake Monduran (barramundi) for fishing and scenic retreats, as well as Northern NSW’s breathtaking rainforest and river systems for exploration and adventure. These trips provide a perfect balance of leisure, skill-building, and social engagement, all tailored to meet individual needs and preferences.

    STA funding is not always in everyone’s NDIS plans. We offer budget getaways (hourly rate) where we can go camping and view cheaper accommodation options for people wishing to be supported on a down-to-earth recharge/respite trip away.