Wellbeing, Recovery, Growth

Stray Songs Collective provides inclusive NDIS support across Metropolitan Melbourne, helping young people move toward recovery through meaningful connection.

Using a gentle, creative and trauma-informed approach to meet each person where they are - without judgement or expectation.

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Every person has a song worth hearing

Our approach is gentle, creative and intentional. Through person-centred, trauma-informed support, we turn simple ideas into meaningful opportunities for connection, advocacy, peer understanding and participation. We listen carefully, respect each person’s identity and experiences, and work alongside them toward goals that feel achievable and genuinely their own.

Support that meets you where you are

Stray Songs Collective provides tailored NDIS support across metropolitan Melbourne, with a focus on wellbeing, recovery, outreach and community. Because every person has a song worth hearing.

Support is shaped around your goals, needs, communication style and circumstances, using a gentle, creative and person-centred approach without judgement or expectation.

Planning, advocacy and coordination

Case management for complex and high-needs young people, including assessment, planning, review and coordination. We also support advocacy and referrals, helping participants understand their rights, responsibilities and the systems around them.

Our administration and stakeholder engagement support can include working with families, schools, local agencies, community organisations and providers, including regular participation in care team meetings.

Justice, education and inclusive pathways

We offer direct support for young people involved with Youth Justice and Child Protection, including court-appointed diversion programs. We also help early school leavers and young people experiencing disengagement explore training, education and employment pathways.

Our practice welcomes Aboriginal, CALD, LGBTIQA+, disabled and other diverse communities, with support adapted to each person’s identity, culture, strengths and lived experience.

Outreach, connection and community participation

Individualised in-home and community outreach can include access to customised, enjoyable experiences, peer connection and practical opportunities to build trust and confidence. We also plan and facilitate day programs for young people experiencing social exclusion.

Every interaction is trauma-informed: we take time, find the right words and adjust our approach to suit the person. Support is creative, intentional and grounded in meaningful connection.

Shared voices, meaningful progress

Stray Songs Collective builds trust through gentle, person-centred and trauma-informed support across metropolitan Melbourne. We do not publish participant stories without clear consent; enquire to learn how our approach can support wellbeing, recovery, outreach and community connection.

Arvi is one of those people who makes a genuine difference wherever he goes. He has a naturally warm and welcoming approach, making it easy for him to build rapport and meaningful connections with the young people he works alongside. His dedication and ability to make young people feel comfortable, supported and understood are qualities that really stand out.Beyond his work with young people, Arvi brings a great deal of positivity to the team. He is always willing to lend a hand, encourage those around him and make others feel welcome. His supportive nature and the energy he brings to the workplace make him a valued colleague and a pleasure to work alongside.I have no hesitation in recommending Arvi as a practitioner and colleague.

Lauren

05/11/2026

I have worked alongside Arvi as a youth worker and have been consistently impressed by his ability to build meaningful connections with young people, particularly those who have become disengaged from education. His kind, patient and understanding approach allows him to meet young people where they are, build trust at their own pace, and support them to re-engage with learning in ways that feel achievable and meaningful.

One of his greatest strengths is his person-centred approach and his ability to recognise the potential in everyone he meets. He looks beyond the challenges a young person may be experiencing and takes the time to understand their individual needs, strengths and aspirations. His genuine belief in people and their capacity to grow makes him a valuable support to both young people and the wider team.

Arvi is a compassionate, dedicated and resourceful youth worker who makes a genuine difference through the relationships he builds and the way he approaches his work. I have no doubt that he would thrive in any client or relationship-focused role, where his ability to connect with people would be an invaluable asset.

Sarah

26/10/2026

I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Arvi in our roles at Saints College, and I can confidently say he is an incredibly valuable colleague to have on any team.

Arvi brings a combination of responsibility, creativity and authenticity to his work. He has a genuine ability to connect with the young people and families he supports, understand their needs and advocate fiercely alongside them. His commitment to ensuring young people feel heard, supported and empowered is something I deeply respect.

Throughout our time working together, Arvi’s wealth of knowledge, experience and willingness to share his insights have been a consistent source of support for me. I have a great deal of respect for Arvi, both as a colleague and as a friend, and would highly recommend him to any team looking for someone who is passionate, committed to meaningful advocacy and brings genuine care and integrity to their work.

Nakita

26/10/2026

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Whether you are a participant, family member, support coordinator, school, agency or community organisation, you are welcome to get in touch. Share a little about what you are looking for across wellbeing, recovery, outreach or community support, and we will respond respectfully and without judgement.

Stray Songs Collective provides support across Metropolitan Melbourne. Please do not include urgent, crisis-related or highly sensitive information in this form; use appropriate emergency or crisis services instead.

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