Freo Explorers: A group about navigating the community safely

Freo Explorers is a group designed to provide a safe and fun environment to help you navigate the public transport system! We welcome 12 to 14 year old participants, and 15 to 18 year old participants, who are seeking to upskill in navigating the community safely.

Register your interest in Freo Explorers, in the form below, or call 08 6263 8623.

Activities of Freo Explorers

  • Rapport building
  • Safety and group rules
  • Collective problem-solving
  • Walking to the stop
  • Catching public transport i.e., bus or train

Objectives, aims and benefits

  • Preparing for public transport: How to signal for a bus, waiting for a train, how to use a smart rider, where to buy a ticket, how to use the Transperth app, planning the journey, and more.
  • Steps and expectations for catching public transport: How to get on and off the bus, how to load money on the smart rider card and more.
  • Problem-solving skills, what to do if you got off at the wrong stop? Who do you ask for help, what might you say to someone if you require assistance, how would you buy a bus ticket if you lost your smart rider, what happens if my phone dies, planning out the time it takes, and more!
  • Upskilling in preparation for high school and/or leaving high school and obtaining employment or navigating the community safely.

What the participants need to bring to Freo Explorers group

  • Backpack – water bottle and snacks
  • Smart rider and/or money
  • Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Earplugs or headphones
  • Fidget toys
  • Phone
  • Transperth app downloaded on the participant’s phone. More info on the Transperth app here.

RSVP to your group

Sign up for Freo Explorers in the form below, or call 08 6263 8623.

Please indicate the Group name and date you wish to attend in the “Message” section. We will get back to you in one business day about your registration.

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Who

We welcome 12 to 14 year old participants, and 15 to 18 year old participants, who are seeking to upskill in navigating the community safely.

Where

Superyou Therapy, Fremantle

21 Adelaide St, Fremantle WA 6160

When

Thursday the 28 September, 12pm – 3pm (for 12 – 14 year old participants).

Wednesday the 4 October, 9am – 12pm (for 15 – 18 year old participants).

Cost

$387.98 per person.

Funding: Can use NDIS plan (improved daily living).