What is a Functional Capacity Assessment for NDIS and when do you need one?
How do you know if you need a Functional Capacity Assessment? A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) is not something most people think about until the NDIS asks for one. But in reality, there are several situations where an FCA can make a significant difference to your funding and supports. Here are the most common signs […]
What is Occupational Therapy and how can it support you?
Understanding Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy (OT) is about supporting people to do the things that matter most in daily life. These occupations look different for everyone. For a child it may be playing, learning, or joining school activities. For an adult it could be cooking, working, managing a household, or engaging socially. OTs do not […]
Sensory integration and autism: Understanding and supporting everyday life
What is sensory integration? Sensory integration is the way our brain organises and responds to information from our senses. This includes the traditional five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell), as well as balance (vestibular) and body awareness (proprioception). When sensory integration works smoothly, it helps us feel calm, focused, and ready to learn […]