Occupational Therapy for Rural and Remote Australia

Achieve your everyday goals. Be more independent. Thrive in your community.

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We deliver services where it’s needed most.

What is OT?

OT, or Occupational Therapy, helps people to achieve independence with everyday tasks, or “occupations”.

At Lift Health Group, we offer occupational therapy privately and for NDIS participants. We help you, your client or your loved one to meet their goals.

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Private and Ndis Occupational Therapy

Is occupational therapy right for you?

Occupational therapy supports people of all ages with a range of physical, mental or cognitive challenges to meet their functional goals. If you’re not sure if occupational therapy is right for you or your NDIS plan, contact our team and we will help you plan your journey!

Injury Recovery

For those recovering from stroke, injuries, surgery or chronic conditions.

Paediatrics

For children with autism, developmental delays or sensory difficulties.

Older People

For those with progressive conditions to prevent falls and keep independence.

Disabilities

For those who require professional assistance to learn or complete everyday tasks.

Mental Health

For those requiring help to socialise, build routines or cope with challenges.

“I honestly love coming to work each day. It’s a supportive, passionate team, and together we get to support people living in rural and remote communities in really meaningful ways.”

Lara Tod
Head Senior Occupational Therapist

Our Booking Process

Booking with Lift Health Group is easy. Submit a referral form and we will guide you through the rest.

Submit a referral form.

We will send a service quote.

Sign the service agreement.

Appointment is confirmed!

What can an occupational therapist help you achieve?

At Lift Health Group, our occupational therapists take a holistic approach to your care. We will consider not just your condition, but your lifestyle, goals and work, thoughtfully tailoring our strategies to your needs.

Skill Development

OTs assist people to gain or maintain independence with daily tasks like dressing, showering, cooking, budgeting and transport.

Sensory Strategies

OTs assist people, such as those with autism, to regulate sensory input to improve focus, engagement and mental health.

Education

OTs assist children with educative difficulties, such as delays with handwriting, concentration or remembering instructions.

Home Modifications

OTs recommend grab rails, ramps or sensory-friendly spaces to improve independence. Find out more about home modifications.

Assistive Technology

OTs prescribe assistive technologies like wheelchairs, shower chairs, frames and communication devices to improve safety and independence.

Building Routines

To help those with anxiety, depression, memory loss or mental health conditions to regain control of daily routines.

Why choose us?

Tailored Care

At Lift Health Group, we pride ourselves on the highest-quality care.

This means clear communication, realistic timeframes, and strategies tailored to your unique challenges.

Operating country-wide

Lift Health Group operates as a fly-in fly-out service, and we are committed to serving regional and remote communities across Australia.

We are constantly expanding our service area and you can find out more about our locations.

Minimal Wait Lists

We understand that waiting for services can be frustrating. Our business model gives us flexibility depending on demand.

This keeps our wait times low and enables us to meet the needs of as many people as possible.

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Occupational Therapy FAQs

Yes, private patients are welcome, as well as NDIS participants. Costs depend on your location. Contact us for a detailed quote.

Most appointments are delivered face-to-face and can take place in your home, school, workplace or at one of our clinic locations.

For home visits, we complete a safety and suitability check in advance to ensure the environment is appropriate for both the participant and the therapist.

Yes, telehealth occupational therapy is available when clinically appropriate. This is especially useful for follow-ups, resource support or during times when in-person sessions are not possible (e.g. school holidays or due to location).

An occupational therapist will work with you to understand your goals, needs, and daily routines. Assessments may involve observations, functional tasks, and standardised tools to determine areas of support. You will receive a comprehensive report with recommendations, which can be used for NDIS planning and funding purposes.

Yes. Lift Health Group offers comprehensive Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs), conducted by our qualified Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.

These detailed reports are designed to support NDIS reviews, planning meetings, and funding decisions.

Find out more about our functional capacity assessments.

If you’re unsure whether OT is right for you or your loved one, our team can help. After an initial consultation or referral review, we’ll provide guidance on whether OT is suitable, or if another service might be more aligned with your goals.

Yes. Our occupational therapists provide detailed reports for a range of purposes including NDIS reviews, funding applications, assistive technology and home modifications. Reports are compliant with NDIS requirements and based on up-to-date clinical evidence.

Occupational Therapy services are billed in line with the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits, and always according to the pre-approved quote you receive. Charges may include therapy, report writing, travel or telehealth where applicable.

We do not charge for anything that has not been agreed to in advance.

If you are an NDIS participant, invoices are sent after each session to:

Your Plan Manager (if plan-managed)
The NDIA (if agency-managed)
Or you directly (if self-managed)

You can view full fee and billing details in our Terms & Conditions or contact us for a personalised quote.

If your regular OT is unavailable, we’ll assign another qualified team member to continue your support. A full handover is completed to maintain consistency and ensure minimal disruption. Our team understands that change can be difficult, and we’re here to help make any transition as smooth as possible.

Yes. We have a triage referral process in place to ensure you are matched with a clinician whose scope of practice aligns with your individual goals and needs. If at any point you would prefer a different therapist, please let us know. Your comfort, choice and continuity of care are very important to us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences.

A standard OT session typically includes 50 minutes of face-to-face time and 10 minutes for clinical notes, documentation and planning, in accordance with NDIS guidelines. Your therapist may adjust this based on clinical need and what has been pre-approved in your quote.

Yes. Our OTs work across the lifespan, tailoring support to meet the unique needs of people of all ages. Therapy is always goal-oriented and adapted to the participant’s stage of life.

Yes. Reports are provided when required or requested, such as for NDIS reviews, assistive technology funding or progress updates. Reports are comprehensive and compliant with NDIS reporting standards.

Still not sure? Have more questions?

We are here to help you out and our team is always happy to talk. We want to resolve any problems and provide tailored solutions for your unique needs.

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Get in touch to discuss anything on your mind or to have any questions answered.

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