OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY FOR NDIS PARTICIPANTS AGED 16+
Our Occupational Therapists in Adelaide provide practical, goal‑focused support for NDIS participants, working closely with individuals, their families, and wider support networks to build skills, increase independence, and support daily living.
Our occupational therapy sessions are tailored to each person’s goals, abilities, and interests, and are available to participants in Adelaide aged 16+.
Services available in Adelaide
our occupational therapy services
assistance with daily tasks
An OT will work with you to modify your daily tasks so that they are easier for you to perform. This can also include identification of equipment that can assist to perform daily tasks such as suggesting a toilet seat raiser or eating aids.
multi-step activities
An occupational therapist can support you to approach and complete more complex activities at home and in the community. Support focuses on building capacity through everyday tasks that develop motor skills, sensory processing, cognition, and effective routines for activities of daily living (ADLs)* and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)**.
being active in the community
An occupational therapist can support you to build confidence and develop communication and social skills needed to participate in community settings. This may include practising conversations, understanding social cues, and developing strategies to navigate social situations, using practical and goal‑focused approaches tailored to your needs.
technology and equipment
An OT will also recommend the right technology for your needs and show you how to use it. In some cases, they will recommend modifications or new equipment at home, work or school so you can do more things for yourself. Please see our Assistive Technology Assessment page for more information on assessments.
*Activities of Daily Living (ADL) routines may include dressing, personal hygiene, eating, bathing, mobility
**Instrumental activities of daily living (IDL) may include preparing meals, cleaning your house, managing money and paying bills, managing your medicines, and shopping for groceries
Services available in Adelaide
functional capacity assessment
Assesses your day to day independence and living abilities in order to identify gaps or challenges you may face in meeting your goals. This assessment can be used to provide evidence of your support needs for NDIS reviews or to identify what therapeutic and/or assistive technology supports may be appropriate for your needs and goals.
assistive technology assessment
Assesses the best technology to assist you with your independence and daily living skills. Our occupational therapists have a comprehensive understanding of NDIS guidelines for low, mid and complex AT. The assessment will provide quotes and purchasing options and assist with procuring the items once approved.