We can help you connect with occupational therapists (OTs)
Occupational therapy (OT) helps autistic people develop new skills for everyday life and can work with you to improve your communication, mobility and relationships.
Occupational therapists can also make sure that any written reports, supporting letters and functional assessments are completed in line with NDIS guidelines.
Our friendly connections team will connect you with occupational therapists in your local area who can create programs that are tailored to your needs.
Is Occupational Therapy covered by the NDIS?
Occupational therapy can be funded by the NDIS. You can access occupational therapy if you have the funding category ‘Improved Daily Living’ under the ‘Capacity Building’ budget in your plan.
MyCareSpace can help find you trusted providers that offer occupational therapy in your area.
How occupational therapy can help autistic people
Having a sense of independence, choice and control over how we live is a big part of having a meaningful life.
Occupational therapy can help autistic people of all ages to build on their skills and work through any barriers they might be facing.
An occupational therapist can support you to:
- Introducing you to tools and resources that can assist with emotional regulation and support positive behaviour
- Supporting you to develop the skills necessary to gain or maintain meaningful relationships
- Creating therapy programs dedicated to improving your fine motor skills
- Improving skills with things like dressing, eating and handwriting
- Completing necessary documentation, like support letters or functional assessments
- Teaching you sensory processing skills specifically related to autism
- Working with you to implement strategies to improve your daily living skills
- Supporting you to develop cognitive skills that are necessary for school and work
How Occupational Therapy Works
Here are examples of the types of services an occiupational therapist (OT for short) can provide in the NDIS:
- Fine motor skills
Improved fine motor skills to increase independence in day-to-day life.
- Decision making
Develop the skills required to have more choice and control in your life.
- Relationship skills
Improved social and communication skills necessary to build and maintain relationships.
- Sensory processing
Gain tools and strategies needed for processing sensory triggers.
- Self-regulation
Learn strategies to support you with emotional regulation.
- Parent and carer training
Skill development for family members, friends and caregivers improving the quality of informal support.
- Specialised driver training
Specialist driver-trained occupational therapists can help you develop the necessary skills to get a drivers licence.
- Provide Assessments
NDIS reports, Functional Capacity Assessments and supporting letters can all be completed by your occupational therapist.
Benefits of Occupational Therapy
There are many reasons why NDIS participants receive funding for occupational therapy. Here are some examples of the benefits therapy delivers:
Increased independence
Increased opportunity to make meaningful relationships with those around you
Improved skills to explore dating and friendships
Improved fine motor abilityImproved mental health
Increased confidence
Better focus in school or in the workplace
New communication skills
Increased physical strength
How MyCareSpace works
We’re both an online platform and a helpful team of people in your corner. Rely on us to find top quality providers based on what’s important to you. 1. Send a request 2. Our team does the search fo find one or more therapists without a waitlist 3. We secure a spot for you 4. The providers contact you
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Our Connections Team has access to a large, Australia wide database of verified NDIS providers. They know how the system works and how to match people with the right supports, in the right location, with availability. By managing the search and connections for you, we remove unnecessary stress and help you move forward with confidence and focus on achieving your goals.
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How to find Occupational Therapy (OT) in the NDIS
If you or someone you care for is living with disability, you may have heard about Occupational Therapy (OT) as part of NDIS supports.
But what exactly is Occupational Therapy, what does it help with, and how do you make sure you have the right funding in your NDIS plan?
How to Achieve my NDIS Goals While Waiting for OT
With an increase in demand for Occupational Therapy, you may find yourself waiting months for your assessment and therapy. You may be spending more time on a waitlist than you’d like. Or you may not be able to access services at all in your area.
What is the Difference Between Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy in the NDIS?
An NDIS plan will almost always include funding for therapy under its Capacity Building section. This NDIS funding is used to help a Participant reach their goals. Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy are 2 of the most common NDIS supports funded.
Assistive Technology - How do I get what I need?
Your need for assessments is identified at the start of your NDIS journey. These assessments are completed by allied health professionals, therapists or AT assessors to understand your support needs and provide recommendations.
What is the NDIS Key Worker role in disability?
A keyworker can be an allied health professional (therapist) who has specialist skills in working with children in an early intervention capacity. You could choose a Occupational Therapist.
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