Occupational Therapy for adults with neurological conditions
Personalised occupational therapy (OT) for adults in the northern suburbs of Perth, WA.
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What is Occupational Therapy?
What activities are covered by occupational therapy?
What clinical areas do you assess / support?
Occupational Therapists (OTs) work alongside individuals to:
- Learn new skills,
- Make environmental changes, and/or
- Adapt activities using assistive technology.
Together, we conduct a comprehensive assessment that covers various life skills and clinical areas, which is vital for understanding how neuroplasticity can be harnessed in our interventions, particularly for individuals with Parkinson's. This approach helps us identify the most effective areas for intervention to achieve significant functional change.
What clinical areas do you assess / support?
What activities are covered by occupational therapy?
What clinical areas do you assess / support?
As Occupational Therapists (OT) support you in engaging with meaningful activities, various body systems can affect your ability to participate fully. We are experienced in assessing key functional clinical areas, including cognition and thinking skills, vision skills, and movement skills such as fine motor, gross motor, falls risk, and manual handling. Additionally, we focus on seating and posture over a 24-hour period, as well as sensory processing—how you perceive and process sensory information. Our approach often incorporates assistive technology to enhance your daily activities, leveraging the principles of neuroplasticity to support individuals with conditions like Parkinson's.
What activities are covered by occupational therapy?
What activities are covered by occupational therapy?
What activities are covered by occupational therapy?
Work: engaging in paid work, volunteer work, and organizing your home with the support of assistive technology can enhance productivity. Recreation: participating in sports, leisure interests, crafts, and social activities helps promote neuroplasticity and overall well-being. Self-care: activities such as showering, grooming, toileting, and eating are essential, especially for those working with an Occupational Therapist (OT) to develop personalized routines. Domestic: managing your finances, cooking, cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping are vital tasks that can be adapted with assistive technology, along with taking tablets as prescribed. Mobility: focusing on sitting well, in-home mobility, community access, and bike riding can significantly improve quality of life for individuals with Parkinson's. Rest: managing your energy, maintaining sleep hygiene, and optimising sleep positioning are crucial for recovery and health.
Services Available
We cover a range of funding bodies
We cover a range of funding bodies
We cover a range of funding bodies
We service clients and participants funded by a wide range of funding streams, providing support through assistive technology to enhance their quality of life. Our services include:
- NDIS - self-managed or plan-managed, focusing on neuroplasticity approaches
- Department of Veterans Affairs - catering to white and gold card holders
- Private Health Insurance
- Medico-legal assessments with the expertise of an Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA) for those living with conditions such as Parkinson's.
Assessment Services
We cover a range of funding bodies
We cover a range of funding bodies
We are able to complete a range of assessments and reports tailored to the needs of the funding body. For instance, Medico-legal and NDIS reports, which often require extensive evidence, take longer to prepare. Our reports include NDIS specific functional capacity assessment reports, home and living reports, and detailed assistive technology reports designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals. Other assessments may involve before and after intervention evaluations, activities of daily living reports, home modification reports, and FIM assessment reports. As an Occupational Therapist (OT), I also consider the principles of neuroplasticity when assessing clients, including those with Parkinson's, to provide the most effective recommendations.
Assistive Technology Prescription
We cover a range of funding bodies
Assistive Technology Prescription
We are here to support you with assistive technology, whether you need a complex scripted power wheelchair or assistance with cooking and bathing equipment. If you're seeking advice on selecting the right equipment to enhance your function or require training on how to use these aids, an Occupational Therapist (OT) can guide you.
Appointments for assistive technology trials or prescriptions can be arranged at your home or at an equipment supplier's location, depending on your preferences and clinical needs.
For complex equipment like wheelchairs, a thorough seating assessment is necessary, and ideally, you should undergo two or more equipment trials before requesting funding. This process is vital, especially for individuals with conditions such as Parkinson's, as it supports neuroplasticity and enhances your overall functionality.
Goal Directed Therapy
Goal Directed Therapy
Assistive Technology Prescription
We offer a range of direct therapy services, tailored to meet your needs, including the integration of assistive technology to enhance your experience. Therapy could look like the following:
- A comprehensive assessment over 2 therapy sessions, followed by the creation of a home/self-managed program designed to build on your skills and support neuroplasticity.
- Training for your support team on how to effectively assist you or your loved one, ensuring they understand the role of an Occupational Therapist (OT) in your journey.
- Participation in a high intensity, high repetition therapy program, such as LSVT BIG, specifically designed for individuals with Parkinson's.
LSVT BIG
Goal Directed Therapy
LSVT BIG
What is LSVT BIG? You can learn directly from them! https://www.lsvtglobal.com/ LSVT BIG is a 4-week intensive exercise-based program designed to enhance movement for individuals with Parkinson's. This program, originating from the USA, can only be completed by registered health professionals, including Occupational Therapists (OTs). LSVT BIG is grounded in a strong evidence base and leverages principles of neuroplasticity to help you move bigger. Currently, this program is offered in partnership with Transitions Physiotherapy and incorporates various assistive technology to support your progress.