ABOUT
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapists (OTs) help people with disabilities engage in meaningful activities and build independence in their daily lives. Within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), OTs assess functional capacity, provide therapy interventions, and recommend assistive technology to support participants in achieving their goals. Their focus is on improving a person’s ability to perform daily tasks at home, in the community, and at work or school.
Holistic Approach
OTs take a holistic approach by considering the physical, emotional, social, and environmental factors that impact a participant’s life, ensuring all aspects of their well-being are addressed in their NDIS plan.
Capacity Building
OTs focus on building participants’ skills, confidence, and independence, empowering them to manage daily tasks, engage in their communities, and achieve their personal goals.
Advocacy
OTs act as strong advocates for participants, ensuring their needs and rights are understood and met within the NDIS and other systems, while helping them access the right supports and services.
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy is a healthcare profession that supports individuals in developing, recovering, or maintaining the skills needed for everyday life. OTs work with people of all ages who experience physical, cognitive, sensory, or psychosocial challenges, helping them participate in essential activities such as:
Key Responsibilities of OTs in the NDIS
Our SERVICES
Increase your independence
We complete the following assessments to help guide intervention, funding and therapy supports.
Functional Capacity (FCA)
Assessment of strengths and limitations across daily living, mobility, communication, cognition, and social participation. An FCA provides evidence-based recommendations to support plan funding and guide tailored interventions.
Assistive Technology (AT)
Assessment and prescription of devices and equipment that promote independence, safety, and participation in daily life. This may include mobility aids, communication devices, or adaptive tools specific to individual needs.
Minor Home Modifications
Evaluation and recommendations for practical changes within the home to improve accessibility, safety, and independence. This can include grab rails, step wedges, ramps, and bathroom modifications.
My Aged Care
Assessments designed for older adults to assist access to funded aged care supports. They focus on safety, independence, and functional needs within the home and community.
Manual Handling
Practical training for carers and support workers in safe manual handling techniques, equipment use, and strategies to reduce injury risk. Sessions are tailored to the participant’s needs and daily routines.
Return to Work
Analysis of workplace environments and tasks to identify risks and optimise ergonomics. Recommendations aim to improve comfort, prevent injury, and enhance workplace performance.
OUR LOCATION
Based in Adelaide,
Servicing South Australia
capacoty is located in Adelaide, South Australia servicing metropolitan Adelaide, Gawler, Murray Bridge, Mount Barker, Riverland, Adelaide Hills and surrounding country areas. We also accept referrals Australia-wide via TeleHealth*. Contact us to find out whether this is suitable for you.
Click the links below to find out more about our services for each location
Gawler | Mount Barker | Murray Bridge | Adelaide Hills | Morphett Vale | Victor Harbor | Adelaide
FAQS
Common Questions
Quick answers to questions you might have.
A GP or Doctor referral is not required to access Occupational Therapy under the NDIS. Participants can self-refer, or referrals may be made by support coordinators, plan managers, GPs, allied health professionals, or family members.
90% of new referrals are seen within 2 weeks with the remaining referrals since within 4 weeks.
Yes. Occupational Therapists play a key role in providing evidence to support NDIS funding requests. This includes Functional Capacity Assessments, Assistive Technology reports, risk assessments, and clinical justifications that clearly outline why specific supports are required.
Our services can be delivered at the participant’s home, workplace, or community environment, depending on individual needs and goals. Community-based assessments are often essential to accurately understand real-world functional challenges.
No. Capacoty delivers Occupational Therapy services to NDIS participants, including those who are self-managed or plan-managed. Services are provided by AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapists in line with professional and ethical standards.
Occupational Therapy is typically funded under:
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living