Posts Tagged ‘home modifications’
Back to basics: 5 things you should know about occupational therapy
You may have heard people talk about occupational therapy (OT), or maybe someone has even recommended you see an occupational therapist. But what exactly is occupational therapy and what do occupational therapists do? Read on to have all your occupational therapy-related questions answered! What is an occupational therapist? Occupational therapists (OTs) are degree-qualified clinicians (usually…
Read MoreHome Modifications Increase Independence and Improve Quality of Life
A new perspective on caregiving The importance of home modifications for people living with a disability lies in the potential for these changes to reduce the need for caregiving, and thereby increase independence. When we think about caregiving, we often perceive it to be human-to-human interaction, but new research describes the significance of housing within…
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Allied Health NDIS Plan Review Assessments and Reports Why They Are So Important What is a Plan Review? The NDIS requires regular Plan Reviews. This means that all the supports that have been allocated to you in your NDIS Plan are reviewed for ongoing suitability and to ensure that the supports till meet your needs.…
Read MoreSpine injuries
Spinal Cord Injury and Assistive Technology Living with a spinal cord injury (SCI) can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to independently participate in everyday activities. Read more about (opens in a new tab)”>Spinal Cord Injury here > One of the ways that Occupational Therapists (OT) can assist those with a SCI improve…
Read MoreMuscular Dystrophy
What is muscular dystrophy? Muscular Dystrophy is the term given to a group of genetic (inherited) conditions where the body’s muscles change over time, resulting in increased weakness, muscle deterioration, decreased organ function and other disabling symptoms. There are more than 30 different types of muscular dystrophy. Some forms of Muscular Dystrophy, such as Duchenne…
Read MoreHome Modifications: 9 important questions answered
Everything you need to know about home modifications…and more! What are home modifications? The NDIS defines home modifications as, ‘changes to the structure, layout or fittings of a participant’s home so they safely access it and move around comfortably in areas they frequently use’. These modifications ultimately help the recipient to achieve their specific goals…
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