TELEHEALTH OT

Personalised online occupational therapy by Tom Underhay

For participants aged 17 and over enrolled on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

accessible from anywhere in Australia.

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services

Online assessment and therapy supporting participants to achieve their goals conveniently from wherever they are, saving travel time and costs.

To enquire about a referral to the service: click here

SELECT THE SERVICES LISTED BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS.

  • Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) for participants insured by the NDIS focuses on evaluating the impact of impairments on activities of daily living caused by the disability(s) they are insured for, determining the type and level of supports required to improve their independence.

    • Assesses the impact of impairments on functional capacity across the six domains: communication, social interaction, learning, mobility, self-care, and self-management.

    • Utilises standardised assessment tools preferred by the NDIS, ensuring compliance and recognised supporting evidence.

    • Reporting clearly outlines required supports, tailored to the specific needs and goals of the participant.

    To enquire about a functional capacity assessment referral to the service: click here

  • Home and Living Assessment evaluates the need for alternative living arrangements, such as Supported Independent Living (SIL), Individualised Living Options (ILO), or Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), alongside the impact of impairments caused by NDIS-insured disability(s) on a participant's functional capacity, aiming to improve safety and independence in daily activities.

    • Assesses the need for alternative living arrangements alongside the impact of impairments on functional capacity across the six domains: communication, social interaction, learning, mobility, self-care, and self-management.

    • Utilises standardised assessment tools preferred by the NDIS, ensuring compliance and recognised supporting evidence.

    • Reports clearly outline required supports and justify alternative living arrangements if needed, tailored to the participant’s specific needs and goals.

    Alternative living arrangements eligibility criteria:

    SIL eligibility requires the participant to be over 18 years old and in need of 8 or more hours of daily active support, including overnight assistance.

    ILO eligibility requires the participant to be over 18 years old and in need of at least 6 hours of daily support.

    SDA eligibility requires the participant to have a permanent and significant disability with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs.

    To enquire about a home and living assessment referral to the service: click here

  • Capacity Building with Occupational Therapy aims to address identified reduction in functional capacity caused by impairments related to NDIS-insured disability(s). This includes targeted interventions such as learning new daily routines, acquiring and effectively using assistive technology, and exploring ways to improve community engagement.

    The process involves setting clear, measurable goals and consistently tracking progress to ensure that the supports provided are effectively improving independence and participation in daily life.

    To enquire about a capacity building referral to the service: click here