Geronimo Allied Health - Geelong

Get to know Geronimo Allied Health - Geelong

From Geronimo Allied Health - Geelong's website.

• Our approach

  Geronimo takes a holistic, strengths-based and neuro-affirming approach to occupational therapy, focusing on skill development and meaningful participation in everyday activities. Sessions support sensory regulation, motor skills, executive functioning, social skills, self-care and community engagement. The provider is trained to work with neurodevelopmental, cognitive, sensory and motor differences that impact daily functioning. Sessions are delivered flexibly in clinics, homes, schools, community settings or via telehealth, with locations chosen to achieve the best outcomes for each child's individual circumstances and goals.

• Working with families

  Geronimo works directly with families to identify appropriate supports, understand NDIS plans and maximise funding for your child's goals. Support coordinators listen carefully and provide reliable, ongoing support at every step of your NDIS journey. The provider communicates through initial intake meetings to discuss goals, with assessments and reports provided to support plan reviews and funding requests. Families are involved in setting priorities and making informed choices about their child's support and community connections.

• Meet the team

  Geronimo's team consists of occupational therapists and NDIS support coordinators with training in neuro-affirming, capacity-building supports. The occupational therapists are trained to assess and support sensory processing, motor skills, executive functioning, social skills and daily living activities. Support coordinators work with families to implement NDIS plans, navigate funding and connect with local services. The team takes a person-centred approach that respects neurodiversity and honours each child's identity and lived experience.

• Your first visit

  Your first meeting is an intake appointment with your occupational therapist or support coordinator, where you'll discuss your child's goals and create a plan for future supports. Before this, you'll need to complete a referral form or call to do so over the phone, and an intake officer will contact you to discuss the referral and connect you with a practitioner. This initial meeting sets the foundation for understanding your child's needs and establishing a customised support pathway. All ongoing support is then tailored to best meet your goals.