Peer Connect Retreat

Connect, Recharge, Inspire: Transform together at our Peer Connect Retreats

Reconnect, relax and recharge at our Peer Connect Retreat.

Join a supportive community of peers who truly understand your journey. Share stories and exchange tips over lively dinner conversations and engaging outings. Designed for adults and seniors living with neuromuscular conditions, you’ll leave feeling refreshed and more connected.

Think of it as a weekend getaway where your only job is to relax. Enjoy shared meals, fun activities and great company. With a different location each year, every retreat is a fresh adventure.

Peer Connect Retreat happens once a year. Check our calendar for details on the next one!

Why attend a Peer Connect Retreat?

  • Learn from your community.
  • Build a network of community and support with likeminded peers.
  • Gain an opportunity for respite.
  • Make friends, have fun and create lifelong memories!

NDIS Core Supports funding may cover camp costs including meals, accommodation and equipment hire. A $120 non-refundable registration fee applies. Reach out to our team if you have questions.

Client testimonials

Testimonials

“I think it really does reduce – events like this – a sense of isolation that probably everyone would experience at various times. And sharing information that you might not so easily get, or you wouldn’t so easily get if you were just looking online.”

Alex
Community member

“These [Peer Connect] retreat weekends are just so good. I mean without these I wouldn’t have any connection to other people with muscular dystrophy. I’d honestly be lost. I look forward to it.”

Peter
Peer Connect retreat attendee

“I like the sense of community when we all get together… I think disability can be too serious sometimes. I like the relaxing side of it too – where I get to come away and not have to worry about anything at all. It’s all done for me.”

Lisa
Peer Connect retreat attendee
“The Adventure Camp experience ended up being such a positive opportunity for John to develop independence and this was something I really wanted for him. Not only did he make new friends and enjoy new experiences like playing in the sand at the beach and abseiling, but he also developed new independent skills that he is still doing at home now like brushing his teeth every day and getting himself dressed.

He’s more confident and we both understand that things won’t fall apart if I’m not around. John can’t wait to go back to Camp next year and I am so grateful to MDNSW for making this life-changing experience for him possible.”
Effie, John’s Mum
“The Adventure Camp experience ended up being such a positive opportunity for John to develop independence and this was something I really wanted for him. Not only did he make new friends and enjoy new experiences like playing in the sand at the beach and abseiling, but he also developed new independent skills that he is still doing at home now like brushing his teeth every day and getting himself dressed.

He’s more confident and we both understand that things won’t fall apart if I’m not around. John can’t wait to go back to Camp next year and I am so grateful to MDNSW for making this life-changing experience for him possible.”
Effie, John’s Mum
“The Adventure Camp experience ended up being such a positive opportunity for John to develop independence and this was something I really wanted for him. Not only did he make new friends and enjoy new experiences like playing in the sand at the beach and abseiling, but he also developed new independent skills that he is still doing at home now like brushing his teeth every day and getting himself dressed.

He’s more confident and we both understand that things won’t fall apart if I’m not around. John can’t wait to go back to Camp next year and I am so grateful to MDNSW for making this life-changing experience for him possible.”
Effie, John’s Mum

How do I register?

Our retreats are highly popular and often book out in advance. To register or sign up to a waiting list, contact our team below or e-mail info@mdnsw.org.au or phone (02) 9888 5711.

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