Occupational Therapy - Assistive Technology, Equipment & Aids
What is Assistive Technology?
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Assistive technology can be equipment, aids or devices that can make your life easier, safer, or support you to achieve greater independence. Some equipment or items require an assessment to determine their suitability in line with your goal, needs and situation. Assistive technology can range from simple adaptations such as grip aids and magnifying glasses, to more complex software that helps with communication, mobility, and computer access. Simply Engage OT can support you to find the most suitable equipment and conduct the necessary justification to help you with accessing it.
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Occupational Therapists Role With Assistive Technology
Occupational therapists use their expertise in human development, anatomy, and neuroscience to evaluate individuals' needs and recommend assistive technology solutions that best meet those needs. In turn, assistive technology provides tools and devices that enable individuals to participate more fully in their daily activities and increase their independence.
Assistive technology and an occupational therapist play a critical role in helping individuals lead independent and fulfilling lives. Assistive technology provides individuals with the tools and support they need to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and improve their quality of life.
There are many types of assistive technology that an occupational therapist can support you to access, including:
Assistive technology and an occupational therapist play a critical role in helping individuals lead independent and fulfilling lives. Assistive technology provides individuals with the tools and support they need to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and improve their quality of life.
There are many types of assistive technology that an occupational therapist can support you to access, including:
- Communication devices, such as augmented and alternative communication devices that help individuals who have difficulty speaking or writing.
- Computer access devices, such as eye-tracking systems, switch-adapted keyboards, and voice recognition software, that help individuals with physical disabilities interact with computers.
- Environmental control units, which allow individuals with mobility disabilities to control lights, electronics, and other appliances in their homes.
- Mobility aids, such as walkers, canes, and wheelchairs, that help individuals with mobility disabilities move around more easily.
Why Choose Our Team
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NDIS & DVA Registered
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Mobile, Clinic & Virtual Support
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Support for Adults & Teenagers
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Can You Access Our Services?
Our friendly occupational therapists are conveniently located in Bli Bli, QLD and provide mobile supports services from the Sunshine Coast to Caboolture and west to the South Burnett. We offer in-clinic visits at our offices in Bli Bli and video conference consultations. Whether in person or remotely, let us help you on your journey towards achieving better health and wellness.
Where our mobile occupational therapists can visit?
Gympie | Noosa | Sunshine Coast | Caboolture | Kingaroy | South Burnett
Do you support individuals through the NDIS and DVA?
Yes, our therapists are registered professionals with many years of experience supporting individuals who have the support from NDIS or DVA to access necessary assistive technologies.
What's the process to access assistive technology through the NDIS or DVA?
One of our Occupational Therapists will meet with you at your home to discuss your needs. They will conduct a comprehensive initial assessment taking into account your personal and environmental circumstances. They will then make recommendations on assistive technology they think will help support you to achieve your goals. Once the relevant assistive technologies have been determined a trial of this equipment may need to be conducted. This could be in your home, in the community or at a local equipment suppliers office. Following a successful trial an application will be presented to the relevant funding body (NDIS, DVA) for approval.
Our friendly occupational therapists are conveniently located in Bli Bli, QLD and provide mobile supports services from the Sunshine Coast to Caboolture and west to the South Burnett. We offer in-clinic visits at our offices in Bli Bli and video conference consultations. Whether in person or remotely, let us help you on your journey towards achieving better health and wellness.
Where our mobile occupational therapists can visit?
Gympie | Noosa | Sunshine Coast | Caboolture | Kingaroy | South Burnett
Do you support individuals through the NDIS and DVA?
Yes, our therapists are registered professionals with many years of experience supporting individuals who have the support from NDIS or DVA to access necessary assistive technologies.
What's the process to access assistive technology through the NDIS or DVA?
One of our Occupational Therapists will meet with you at your home to discuss your needs. They will conduct a comprehensive initial assessment taking into account your personal and environmental circumstances. They will then make recommendations on assistive technology they think will help support you to achieve your goals. Once the relevant assistive technologies have been determined a trial of this equipment may need to be conducted. This could be in your home, in the community or at a local equipment suppliers office. Following a successful trial an application will be presented to the relevant funding body (NDIS, DVA) for approval.
