Building Mates, Building Memories
✨ Exciting News
Next Level Mates is Growing!
We're excited to announce the next chapter for Next Level Mates.
Over the coming months we'll be expanding our services to better support participants and families across our community, including the launch of:
👩 Women's Disability Support Services
👥 Adult Group Activities
🍳 Cooking & Life Skills Programs
🎨 Creative Workshops & Community Programs
As always, every new service is being developed with the same commitment to high-quality, person-centred support that Next Level Mates is built on.
Watch this space — we're only just getting started.
About Us
At Next Level Mates, we believe great support work isn't about doing more—it's about doing it better.
Our focus is on delivering high-quality, person-centered support through genuine relationships, consistent communication, and a team that is committed to continually learning and improving. We invest heavily in our support workers through regular mentoring, one-on-one coaching, ongoing professional development and collaboration with industry specialists, ensuring every participant receives the highest standard of support possible.
Every support worker is backed by regular mentoring, ongoing professional development and close support from our leadership team. That means participants don't just have one great support worker—they have an entire team working together behind the scenes to deliver the best possible outcomes.
We proudly support participants across Geelong, the Surf Coast and the Western Suburbs of Melbourne.
Youth Mentoring & Behavior Support
We support young people under 25 who benefit from positive role models, structure and guidance. Through mentoring, community engagement and capacity-building activities, we help young people build confidence, resilience, independence and the practical skills needed to succeed in everyday life.
Disability Support & Community Connection
We provide personalized support for people with disabilities of all ages, helping them build independence, develop life skills and become active members of their community. Through one-on-one supports and group activities, we create opportunities to build confidence, form genuine friendships and enjoy new experiences.
At Next Level Mates, we're committed to raising the standard of support through quality, consistency and a team that genuinely cares.
Because at the end of the day, it's about building mates and building memories.
🌱 What's Next for Next Level Mates
At Next Level Mates, we're always looking for new ways to create meaningful opportunities for the people we support.
As our organisation continues to grow, so will the range of supports, programs and services we offer.
Over the coming months, we're excited to introduce:
👩 Women's Disability Support Services
Expanding our team to provide high-quality, person-centred support for women while maintaining the same culture, values and commitment to excellence that Next Level Mates is known for.
👥 Adult Group Activities
Regular social and capacity-building groups designed to help participants build friendships, increase confidence and stay connected within their community.
🍳 Cooking & Life Skills Programs
Practical group sessions focused on cooking, budgeting, meal preparation and developing everyday independent living skills.
🎨 Creative & Community Workshops
Interactive workshops and community programs that encourage participants to learn new skills, explore hobbies and connect with like-minded people.
🚀 Looking Ahead
Our vision doesn't stop there.
As Next Level Mates continues to grow, we'll continue developing new programs and services based on the needs and feedback of the participants and families we support.
Our long-term vision includes expanding into dedicated respite accommodation, weekend camp experiences and additional community programs that create even more opportunities for participants to build confidence, independence and meaningful connections.
We're incredibly excited about what's ahead and look forward to continuing to grow alongside our participants, families and community.
Group Activities
At Next Level Mates, our group activities are designed to bring like-minded people together, build genuine friendships, and create opportunities to connect with others in a fun, supportive environment.
Currently, we run under-18 boys' school holiday programs, giving participants the opportunity to get out into the community, build confidence, develop social skills and create lasting friendships through a range of fun and engaging activities.
As Next Level Mates continues to grow, we're excited to expand our group programs to offer a wider range of opportunities for both young people and adults. Some of the programs we're currently developing include:
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🍳 Cooking Classes
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🎨 Art & Creative Workshops
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🚶 Community Access Groups
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🏕️ Weekend Respite & Adventure Programs
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👧 Under-18 Girls' Programs
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🧑 Adult Social & Capacity Building Groups
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💪 Health & Fitness Activities
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🎣 Recreational & Social Outings
As our programs continue to grow, we'll keep introducing new activities based on the interests, goals and feedback of our participants, ensuring there's always something new to get involved in.
Whether it's learning a new skill, exploring the community, or simply spending time with a great group of people, our goal is to create meaningful experiences, lasting friendships, and memories that participants will look back on for years to come.
BMX Days
Community Outings
Fitness Sessions
Group Lunches
Individual Support
We offer personalised support tailored to each client’s needs – whether that’s getting to appointments, running errands, or just having someone to hang out with. It’s support that fits your lifestyle.
One-on-One Support
From building routines to developing new skills or gaining independence, we help clients work towards their personal goals with steady guidance, encouragement, and accountability.
Goal-Focused Mentoring
We support clients who want to stay active – from gym sessions and sport to outdoor walks and movement-based activities. It’s all about keeping healthy in a way that’s enjoyable and sustainable.
Active Lifestyles
We help clients confidently access their local community – whether it’s grabbing a coffee, heading to the shops, or trying something new. We make every outing a chance to develop skills and enjoy life.
Community Access
Youth Behaviour Support & Mentoring
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📚 School Engagement & Learning Support
We work alongside schools, families and young people to support positive engagement with education and improve learning outcomes.
Support may include assistance with homework, organisation, focus, emotional regulation and classroom participation, while also helping young people develop confidence, motivation and practical strategies to succeed both at school and in everyday life.
Our goal is to help each young person build positive routines, increase school engagement and achieve meaningful progress at their own pace.
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🌏 Community-Based Skill Building
Real learning often happens outside the classroom.
Through structured community-based activities, we help young people develop the practical life skills needed for greater independence and confidence.
This may include using public transport, budgeting, shopping, preparing meals, building social communication skills, participating in sport and recreation, accessing community services, and developing confidence in new environments.
Every activity is tailored to the young person's individual goals while encouraging independence and participation within the community.
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🤝 Youth Mentoring & Positive Role Models
Positive relationships can have a lasting impact on a young person's confidence and future.
Our mentors provide consistent guidance, encouragement and support, helping young people navigate challenges, build resilience and develop the confidence to make positive choices.
Through one-on-one mentoring, goal setting, structured routines and genuine relationships, we support young people to develop self-belief, emotional regulation, respect for others and the skills needed to achieve their personal goals.
Our Team
Hayden Elliot – Director
Hayden is the founder and Director of Next Level Mates and is passionate about building a disability support service that genuinely raises the standard of care. With years of hands-on experience supporting people of all ages, Hayden combines practical support work knowledge with a strong focus on leadership, quality improvement and business development.
At Next Level Mates, Hayden oversees the growth of the organization, client onboarding, strategic partnerships and the ongoing development of new services and programs. He is committed to creating meaningful opportunities for participants while investing heavily in the training, mentoring and development of the team to ensure every participant receives high-quality, person-centered support.
Jed Warrin – Director
Jed brings extensive experience supporting young people with behavioral challenges and has played an instrumental role in developing Next Level Mates' youth mentoring programs. Through positive role modelling, structure and genuine relationships, Jed has helped many young people build confidence, resilience and practical life skills.
Throughout his time with Next Level Mates, Jed has worked closely with schools, families and participants to improve school engagement, community participation and independence. His approachable nature and ability to build strong rapport have been a key part of establishing the supportive culture that continues to shape the organization today.
Hayden Elliot
Director
Jed Warrin
Director
Renee Hayes
Operations & Client Services Manager
Brock McDonald
Support Worker / Peer Mentor
Cody Brogden
Support Worker / Peer Mentor
Darcy Storrar
Support Worker / Peer Mentor
Cade Haynes
Support Worker / Peer Mentor
Rhys Cason
Support Worker / Peer Mentor
Darcy Brislane
Support Worker / Peer Mentor
Our Headquarters
Based in Geelong's south east
We're proud to call the Next Level Mates HQ home — a dedicated space designed to bring people together, build confidence, develop life skills and create meaningful connections.
Located in the heart of Geelong's South East, our HQ provides the perfect base for one-on-one supports, group activities and capacity-building programs. With direct access to a football oval, netball and tennis courts, walking tracks, the rail trail and nearby playgrounds, participants have endless opportunities to stay active, explore the community and enjoy the outdoors.
Inside, we've created a welcoming space where participants can relax, connect and enjoy a range of activities including board games, card games, movies, gaming and social catch-ups. Our kitchen also provides the opportunity to develop practical life skills through cooking sessions, meal preparation and shared meals.
Our headquarters provides a safe, consistent and welcoming environment where participants can learn new skills, build confidence and connect with others before heading out into the community. It gives participants a place to feel comfortable, build routines and develop independence in a supportive setting.
As our organisation continues to grow, our HQ will become the hub for many of our upcoming programs, including group activities, workshops, community events and capacity-building sessions.
More than just an office, it's a place where people feel welcome, develop confidence, build genuine friendships and create lasting memories.
Based in Geelong's South East.
Vanessa
I recommend anyone needing male Peer Mentors to get in touch with Next Level Mates. They go above and beyond to ensure their NDIS participants are supported and think outside the box to implement support for positive outcomes.
Jordyn
Next Level mates have been amazing for my son. It’s the first time he has felt comfortable and clicked with support workers. The guys go above and beyond with everything they do and have made support days so much more enjoyable and exciting for my son. He has made a lot of progress in a short time being with his support workers I highly recommend these guys.
Cassie
Fantastic support work ! always kind, patient, and reliable. They go above and beyond to provide genuine care and make a positive difference every day. Highly appreciate all the team and would recommended using NLM 😁
Adelina
I wish there was an option to give more than 5 stars! The team at Next Level Mates have been great to deal with. They are friendly, professional and reliable and have made the process of accessing support seamless and stress free. The team genuinely care about building relationships with the people they support and as a parent that is really important to me. Well done Next Level Mates!
Sarah
Next level is an understatement! These guys go above and beyond! Can't recommend these guys enough! Such a positive experience every single time! My little man loves these guys!
The Reason We Started Next Level Mates
Next Level Mates was founded with a simple goal — to provide high-quality disability support that genuinely improves people's lives.
When we first started in July 2025, our focus was on addressing a gap we saw in the disability sector: many participants, particularly young men, were experiencing social isolation and lacked meaningful opportunities to build friendships, develop confidence and connect with their community. We wanted to create something different — a service built on genuine relationships, quality support and memorable experiences.
As we continued working alongside participants, families, schools and support coordinators, it became clear there were other areas where quality support was needed. We expanded into youth mentoring and behavioural support, helping young people build confidence, improve school engagement, develop practical life skills and navigate everyday challenges with the support of positive role models.
As our organisation has grown, so has our vision.
Over the coming months, we're excited to expand our services by introducing dedicated women's supports, adult group activities, cooking classes, community programs and a range of new capacity-building initiatives. Every new service has been developed in response to the needs and feedback of the participants and families we support.
Looking ahead, our long-term vision is to continue expanding the opportunities available to our participants, including the future development of dedicated respite accommodation and weekend camp experiences that provide greater independence, social connection and memorable experiences in a safe, supportive environment.
While our services continue to evolve, one thing has remained the same since day one: our commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support through genuine relationships, continuous improvement and a team that truly cares.
We're incredibly proud of how far we've come, and even more excited about what's still to come.
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