
Lanara offers four kinds of NDIS support for adults in Sydney: psychosocial support, social participation, personal care and daily living assistance. Under the NDIS they are usually funded from your Core supports budget, in the categories the NDIA calls “Assistance with daily life” and “Assistance with social and community participation”.
We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants and private clients across six areas of Sydney’s inner, southern and eastern suburbs. We cannot be paid from NDIA-managed (agency-managed) plans. Every one of our support workers holds a university degree in psychology or a related discipline.
Psychology-informed support to build your confidence, independence, and life skills.
Helping you connect, engage, and participate in the community on your own terms.
Dignified, respectful help with hygiene, grooming, dressing and mobility.
Practical support with everyday tasks so you can stay independent and in control.
We believe great support goes beyond completing tasks. Every service we deliver is grounded in psychological principles, shaped by your individual goals, and carried out with the warmth and consistency of a family-owned team.
Every member of our team holds a university degree in psychology or a related discipline, so your support is informed by a real understanding of mental health.
We work with you to build the skills, routines, and confidence needed to manage daily life, reduce isolation, and work towards your personal goals.
We support you to attend appointments, connect with your community, join activities, and build meaningful relationships on your own terms.
We provide respectful, dignified support with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene, always honouring your privacy and preferences.
From meal preparation and grocery shopping to managing routines and appointments, we help you stay organised and in control of your day.
Psychology-Informed Team
We build every plan around your unique goals, strengths, and preferences, and adapt it as you grow.
Family-Owned & Operated
Nothing speaks louder than the experiences of those we have the privilege of walking alongside. These are their words.
"Lanara provides compassionate, reliable, and professional support. Their team genuinely cares about the wellbeing and independence of the people they support, always showing patience, respect, and kindness. Communication is clear and they go above and beyond to ensure participants feel comfortable, supported, and empowered. Highly recommended."
"Lanara embody the values that they aspire to in very real actions and outcomes. I no longer feel like I am battling a monolithic profit machine to secure the support that I want. Lanara's service truly reflects that they are a family business and I'm honoured to have had a chance to be a part of this project from the ground up."
"They are compassionate, easy to deal with, and trustworthy. They have developed a close connection with the participant which has a positive impact on her physical and mental health condition. Peter is very responsive in returning phone calls, answering emails and following up. They have set a high standard in their field and are highly recommended. "
Psychosocial Support focuses on your mental health, emotional wellbeing and independence, helping you build life skills, manage daily routines, connect with your community, and work towards your personal goals. Personal Care Support is more practical in nature, providing dignified assistance with personal hygiene, grooming, mobility, and daily living tasks. Many of our participants receive both services, and our team works together to ensure they complement each other seamlessly.
Yes. We provide support both in your home and out in the community, whether that means accompanying you to appointments, helping you access local activities, or simply being there for a walk or a coffee. Where your support takes place is always guided by what works best for you.
The frequency of your support is determined by your individual support plan and goals. Some participants see their support worker several times a week, while others have less frequent sessions. Regardless of frequency, we prioritise consistency, so you will work with the same support worker so that a genuine, trusting relationship can develop over time.
Absolutely. We review your support plan regularly and adapt it as your goals, circumstances, and needs change. We believe great support is never static. It grows with you. If at any point you feel your support needs to be adjusted, you can raise this with your support worker or contact us directly.
Our supports are usually funded from your NDIS Core supports budget, in the categories the NDIA calls “Assistance with daily life” and “Assistance with social and community participation”. We can be paid from self-managed and plan-managed plans, but not from NDIA-managed (agency-managed) plans. We also support private clients who pay for their own support. If you are not sure what your plan covers, talk to your support coordinator or plan manager, or call us on 1300 152 627.
No. A psychosocial recovery coach is a separate NDIS-funded role that helps you plan and organise your supports and connect with mental health and community services. Our psychosocial support is support work: we work alongside you in everyday life. Many people have both, and with your consent we are happy to work alongside your recovery coach.
Looking for support, or referring someone?
We reply to referrals within one business day. Matching usually takes 3 days to 2 weeks.