Meal Preparation & Cooking Support

At Moana Connect, we support individuals to prepare meals, build cooking skills, and develop independence in the kitchen.

We understand that cooking is an important part of daily living; not just for nutrition, but for confidence, routine, and independence.

Our team works alongside each individual to support their goals, whether that’s learning new skills or receiving assistance with everyday meal preparation.

• Meal preparation and cooking
• Grocery shopping and meal planning
• Building cooking skills and confidence
• Kitchen safety and hygiene
• Developing routines around meals
• Supporting independence in the kitchen

At Moana Connect, our cooking supports are delivered with real experience.

We have a qualified chef with over 25 years of experience who brings practical knowledge, skill, and a passion for food into the supports we provide.

This allows us to:
• Teach real, practical cooking skills
• Support a wide range of meals and cultural foods
• Build confidence in the kitchen
• Create engaging and meaningful cooking experiences

We don’t just assist; we help individuals learn, grow, and enjoy the process.

Our approach is:

• Hands-on and skill-building focused
• Tailored to each individual’s ability and goals
• Supportive, patient, and encouraging
• Focused on independence, not dependence

• NDIS participants needing assistance with meal preparation
• Individuals wanting to build cooking skills
• Participants working toward independence in daily living
• Families needing support with routines around meals

Meal preparation and cooking supports are typically funded under:

Core Supports – Assistance with Daily Life (01_011_0107_1_1 and related line items)

Supports must relate to the participant’s disability and support their ability to complete daily living activities.

If you’re unsure what your plan includes, our team can help guide you.