Making friends as a person with autism can feel overwhelming when you're not sure where to start. Whether you're a parent supporting your teen, a self-advocating adult, or a support coordinator helping someone develop their social skills, choosing the right friendship goals makes all the difference. The key is starting where the you are right now and building from there. Not every goal will fit every person, and that's completely okay. The aim isn't to change who you are or f

We love team-based games because they create situations where players genuinely need each other to succeed. This interdependence naturally encourages communication, coordination, and mutual support. Here are five of our favourite multiplayer games that emphasise teamwork. Rocket League: Soccer Meets Racing Rocket League combines soccer with rocket-powered cars. Teams of players control vehicles to hit a giant ball into the opposing goal. Matches last five minutes, making them

When you picture a gaming session, you might imagine someone sitting alone in their room, headset on, disconnected from the world around them. But what if we told you that gaming could be the exact opposite of isolation? That's the question that sparked Gamely Connect. The Problem We Saw Every Day Social isolation in the autistic community isn't just loneliness - it's a genuine crisis. Too many neurodiverse teens and young adults spend their days without meaningful connection

We have many (and we mean MANY) games on our PC's. Today we're highlighting 5 of our favourite creative games that get our NDIS participants connecting, collaborating and communicating. Minecraft: Where Imagination Meets Teamwork Minecraft is more than just placing blocks. In our supported gaming sessions, participants work together to design entire worlds and solve problems as a team. Whether building a castle together or surviving the night against creepers, players natural

At Gamely Connect, our staff aren't just support workers who happen to know a bit about gaming - they're genuine gamers who bring that passion into everything they do. They understand the frustration of a difficult boss battle, the excitement of finding the perfect strategy, and the joy of sharing those experiences with others who get it. But more than that, they understand what it means to create a safe, sensory-friendly space where neurodiverse individuals can truly be them

If you've been looking at quotes or invoices for centre-based supports, you might have noticed a line item called "Centre Capital Cost" and wondered what it means. This small but important charge helps ensure that the facilities where you receive support are safe, accessible, and well-maintained. Let's break down what centre capital costs are and how they work in your NDIS plan. What Are Centre Capital Costs? Centre capital costs are a per-participant, per-hour fee that contr

At Gamely Connect, our team isn't just passionate about gaming; we genuinely care about creating spaces where neurodiverse individuals can be themselves and build real connections. Every staff member brings their unique gaming interests, support experience, and personality to our sessions. This diversity creates the welcoming community our participants love. The Power of Play Behind every D&D campaign, racing simulator session, and board game afternoon, there are real people