For participants · Queensland
Date-Ability is in Brisbane.
Next intake: Term 1, 2027
Meet other adults near you. Build the skills you need for friendships, dating and healthy relationships — all delivered by qualified counsellors.
Upcoming groups
| Location | Day | Start date | Time | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast (Labrador) | Tuesdays | 12 January 2027 | 10:00am–12:00pm | Spots available |
| Sunshine Coast | Tuesdays | 12 January 2027 | 10:00am–12:00pm | Spots available |
| Chermside | Wednesdays | 13 January 2027 | 10:30am–12:30pm | Spots available |
| Gympie (pop-up) NEW | Thursday and Friday | 12, 13, 19 & 20 February 2027 | 10:30am–2:30pm | Spots available |
| Cairns (pop-up) NEW | Tuesday and Wednesday | 2, 3, 9 & 10 March 2027 | 10:30am–2:30pm | Spots available |
| Hervey Bay (pop-up) NEW | Thursday and Friday | 5, 6, 12 & 13 March 2027 | 11:30am–3:30pm | Spots available |
| Online — join from home | Tuesdays | 19 January 2027 | 2:30–4:30pm | Spots available |
| Online — join from home | Thursdays | 21 January 2027 | 3:30–5:30pm | Spots available |
Prefer online? See online group dates →
- How long: 11 weeks + a graduation social event
- Who it's for: Adults 18+ with a disability, funded via the NDIS
- Group size: Small groups — a maximum of 12 people
- Facilitators: Qualified counsellors, based in QLD
What you'll learn
Foundations
Know yourself before you know someone else.
Etiquette & Communication
Talk, text and connect — in person and online.
Safety & Boundaries
Consent, red flags and staying safe online.
Sexual Health & Intimacy
The conversation no one else is having.
Ready to join? It's easy.
- Register your interest using the button below.
- We'll be in touch to confirm your spot and your NDIS funding.
- Meet your facilitator before Week 1 — a friendly 15-minute chat.
- Join the group and get started!
“Date-Ability is well presented — as a person who has autism it is well broken down so it can be understood on a variety of levels.”SamDate-Ability participant, QLD
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