Occupational Therapy Services Group

Get to know Occupational Therapy Services Group

From Occupational Therapy Services Group's website.

• Our approach

  Occupational Therapy Services Group uses a people-centred, holistic approach that emphasises helping individuals achieve their optimal quality of life through meaningful activities. Sessions are practical in nature and tailored to each person's goals, taking place wherever most useful to integrate therapy into everyday life—often in the client's home or community. Therapists work with clients and families to develop individualised, goal-directed interventions that build on existing skills, develop new abilities, and use compensation strategies where appropriate. The service focuses on maximising independence and participation in chosen daily activities, with involvement of family and carers to ensure programs can be integrated into day-to-day routines. All therapists conduct thorough and comprehensive assessments combined with a person-centred approach.

• Working with families

  Family and carers are actively involved in the therapy process to maximise the success of rehabilitation programs. The service emphasises that it is important to involve family and carers to tailor programs that can be integrated into the person's day-to-day routines. Clients and their families are encouraged to be involved in decisions regarding health care and treatment, and are invited to provide feedback in the belief that their comments will be acted upon appropriately as part of continuous quality improvement. The organisation is committed to a person-centred, holistic approach and believes clients and families should be able to confidently communicate their needs and preferences.

• Meet the team

  The team at Occupational Therapy Services Group consists of experienced occupational therapists, OT assistants, and support staff across multiple locations in Perth and rural Western Australia. All therapists are registered with the Australian Board of Occupational Therapy and are members of relevant professional bodies including OT Australia. The team includes occupational therapists with specialty skills in areas such as home and environmental assessment, driving assessment and rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, assistive technology, home modification, and falls prevention. The leadership team includes occupational therapists in managerial and clinical lead roles, supported by coordinators and assistants. The organisation is founded and led by occupational therapists and values continuous professional development and staff training.

• Your first visit

  At the initial appointment, the occupational therapist will conduct a thorough and comprehensive assessment to establish any motor, sensory, cognitive, psychological or social limitations affecting the client. This assessment helps identify the client's individualised needs and goals, which then guides the development of a tailor-made remediation program. The therapist will work with you to set realistic, client-centred goals and discuss how therapy can be integrated into your everyday life. The assessment also includes gathering information about your home environment, equipment needs, and any rehabilitation requirements to create a practical, goal-directed treatment plan.