Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children

Croydon VIC 3136

  • Clinic
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About Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children

Giant Strides is a mobile occupational therapy practice for children in Melbourne's Eastern and Northern suburbs, led by Jen Sharp, a paediatric occupational therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children with developmental and neurological conditions. The practice is passionate about providing evidence-based, family-centred care that enables infants, children and young people to participate in all the activities they both need and want to do.

What's offered

  • Home or school visits

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children lists

Occupational Therapy
Paediatric occupational therapy services for children with developmental and neurological conditions, delivered via mobile visits or at clinics in Croydon and South Morang.

Get to know Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children

From Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children's website.

  • Our approach

    Giant Strides uses an evidence-based, family-centred approach to occupational therapy. The practice is passionate about enabling infants, children and young people to participate in all the activities they both need and want to do. Sessions are delivered flexibly through a combination of mobile visits to homes and community settings, as well as clinic appointments in Croydon and South Morang, allowing therapy to be integrated into your child's everyday routines and environments.

  • Meet the team

    Giant Strides is led by Jen Sharp, a paediatric occupational therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children with developmental and neurological conditions. The website does not provide information about other team members or their qualifications.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children a registered NDIS provider?

Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children provide?

Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children provides Occupational Therapy.

Which areas does Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children cover?

Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children is based in Croydon, VIC.

How do I connect with Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children?

You can call +61 421 844 911 and visit their website.

What ages does Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children work with?

Giant Strides works with infants, children and young people.Based on Giant Strides Occupational Therapy for Children's website

What does a paediatric OT actually help with?

Common areas include handwriting and fine-motor skills, sensory sensitivities, daily routines (dressing, eating, sleep), coordination, and self-regulation.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see an OT privately. A GP referral and care plan are required only to access Medicare rebates or certain funded pathways.

Can OT be funded by the NDIS?

Yes, typically under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living when it aligns with your child's plan goals.

How is OT different from physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy focuses on gross-motor movement and physical function; OT focuses on participation in everyday tasks, including fine-motor, sensory, and self-care skills.

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