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Occupational Therapy for Neurological Disability

Navigating a neurological condition can feel overwhelming for you and your family. Our local team is here to provide clear, waitlist-free support grounded in evidence-based practice.

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What can OTs Do?

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Our occupational therapists can:

Complete functional assessments that explore strengths, routines and daily tasks.

Developing practical skills to help you navigate daily routines with confidence.

Recommending home modifications and assistive technology to promote safety in your everyday life.

Provide support to overcome cognitive, sensory or motor challenges.

Work with families, carers and support teams to encourage consistent and safe approaches.

Deliver services in the home, community, or via telehealth, depending on suitability.

Neurological Conditions We Support

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Our team can support people who experience a range of neurological conditions.
This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Spinal Cord Injury

  • Acquired Brain Injury (including stroke and traumatic brain injury)

  • Multiple Sclerosis

  • Dementia

  • Parkinson’s Disease

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / Myalgic Encephalomyelitis

  • Cerebral Palsy

  • Peripheral neuropathies

  • Other congenital or acquired neurological conditions

This list is provided to assist people and referrers in understanding the general scope of our neurological practice. Suitability is always confirmed through an individual assessment and discussion at intake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, you can start by contacting us today.

  • Neurological allied health services support people living with conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord or nervous system. This may include stroke, acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions. Support is guided by individual goals and functional needs.

  • Neurological occupational therapy focuses on supporting participation in daily activities such as self-care, home tasks, mobility and community engagement. Interventions are guided by assessment of functional abilities, environment and individual priorities.

  • Speech pathology supports communication, language, cognitive communication and swallowing function. Support may include strategies to assist with speech clarity, understanding language, memory, social communication and mealtime safety where appropriate.

  • People living with neurological conditions such as stroke, acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, or progressive neurological conditions may access these services. Support may also extend to family members and carers where appropriate.

  • Yes. We provide mobile occupational therapy and speech pathology services across Sydney, with therapy delivered in home and community environments to support functional assessment and real-life participation.

  • Yes. Neurological allied health services may be funded through the NDIS when they relate to a participant’s goals and reasonable and necessary supports. We work with self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed participants.

  • A neurological assessment involves gathering information about your medical history, current functional abilities and goals. This may include discussion, observation of activities and use of standardised assessment tools where appropriate. Findings are used to inform a therapy plan.

  • Yes. We can support people transitioning from hospital or inpatient rehabilitation to home. This may include assessment of functional needs, environmental considerations and support planning for daily activities.

  • Yes. We may provide education and strategies to support communication, participation in daily activities and safe engagement in routines. Support is tailored to the needs of the person and their support network.

  • You can contact our team directly. We will discuss your needs, determine suitability for services and explain the next steps to begin therapy or assessment.

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