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Occupational Therapy Resources
Straightforward information to help clients, families and referrers understand occupational therapy, disability supports and the assessment process.
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Clear answers, without the jargon.
Start with a common question or browse practical guides about assessment, equipment, home access, mental health, psychosocial disability and the NDIS.
15 resources availableCommon questions
What people often want to know first.
Short, practical answers about referrals, appointments, reports and choosing the right support.
Do I need a referral to see an Occupational Therapist?
When you can contact an OT directly and when a funding pathway may require additional documents or approval.
4 minute readHow do I prepare for an Occupational Therapy assessment?
Practical ways to prepare without needing to rehearse, perform or have every document ready.
5 minute readHow long does an OT assessment and report take?
Why timing varies and what information helps an OT provide a realistic estimate before work starts.
4 minute readCan a family member or support person join my OT assessment?
How a trusted person may help while keeping the client’s voice, preferences and privacy central.
4 minute readWhat happens after I submit an OT referral?
The steps from referral review to confirming the service, appointment and any report required.
4 minute readDo I need an OT, Physiotherapist or Psychologist?
A plain-language comparison of three different professional roles and when more than one may be useful.
5 minute readTopic guides
Explore occupational therapy in more detail.
Plain-language information about functional assessment, everyday life, equipment, home access, mental health and the NDIS.
What is a Functional Capacity Assessment?
A plain-language guide to functional impact, support needs and what an assessment may consider.
5 minute readWhat happens during an OT home assessment?
How an occupational therapist looks at access, everyday activities, safety and the home environment.
4 minute readWhat is Assistive Technology?
An introduction to equipment assessment, trials and recommendations for everyday function.
5 minute readWhen might someone need a Home Modification assessment?
Common reasons for assessing access, transfers, bathroom safety and movement around the home.
5 minute readWhat happens during a wheelchair assessment?
What may be considered when exploring mobility, seating, pressure care and everyday environments.
5 minute readHow can Occupational Therapy support everyday independence?
Ways occupational therapy may help with routines, personal care, participation and practical daily tasks.
4 minute readOccupational Therapy and Mental Health: What does an OT do?
How occupational therapy focuses on the everyday functional impact of mental health conditions.
5 minute readWhat is Psychosocial Disability?
A practical introduction to functional impact, participation and support needs.
5 minute readOccupational Therapy and the NDIS: What does an OT assess?
How occupational therapy evidence may describe function, barriers, supports and recommendations.
6 minute readStart a conversation
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