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Occupational Therapy
What is Occupational Therapy and how can it support?
Occupational therapy is a practical and hands-on allied health modality that supports people of all ages to gain mastery over the daily activities and ‘occupations’ in their lives.
Key areas of support include:
- Daily routines and independence
- Organisation and planning
- Social and communication skills
- Emotional regulation and behaviour
- Sensory processing and regulation
- Feeding and food preferences
- Learning skills
- Sustaining focus, attention and concentration
- Interoception and body awareness
- Transitioning between activities and settings
- Handwriting and other fine motor tasks
- Motor skills needed for daily function
- Domestic duties such as cleaning, meal planning and preparation
- Travel training, accessing and participating in the community
- Self-care activities such as dressing, showering and toileting
- Engaging in work, study or productivity roles
- Participating in leisure and recreation
- Dealing with life changes
Our Occupational Therapy Services
One-to-one, group or family sessions
Occupational Therapy sessions can be offered in clinic, on-site at your home, workplace, school or local community, or remotely via telehealth. We work with families, support teams and stakeholders to deliver holistic support.
Assessments
We offer Occupational Therapy Assessments to identify each person’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals. These reports provide the foundation for effective, personalised intervention planning and support.
Our Occupational Therapy Services
One-to-one, group or family sessions
Occupational Therapy sessions can be offered in clinic, on-site at your home, workplace, school or local community, or remotely via telehealth. We work with families, support teams and stakeholders to deliver holistic support.
Assessments
We offer Occupational Therapy Assessments to identify each person’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals. These reports provide the foundation for effective, personalised intervention planning and support.
Clinical Supervision
Our Senior OT team offer clinical supervision services to enhance the work satisfaction and wellbeing of occupational therapists, students, and supervisees by increasing knowledge, building confidence in clinical skills, and maintaining ethical and professional standards.
Our philosophy
One participant = One community
We work with a participant's community and care team to support independence and quality of life.
Who We Help
Children
Support with developing fine and gross motor skills, managing sensory processing, building emotional regulation, and encouraging positive play and early learning experiences.
Teenagers
Our Occupational Therapists provide guidance with emotions, behaviour, friendship and social challenges, shopping, simple meal preparation, school engagement, study and organisation, pre-employment skills, job seeking, exploring vocational pathways and preparing for adulthood and life’s next steps.
Adults
Families & Carers
Practical strategies and ongoing guidance for supporting loved ones at home and in the community to become more independent and unfold their potential.
Occupational Therapy Assessments
Occupational Therapy assessments identify each person’s unique strengths, challenges and goals and provide clear recommendations on how to achieve greater independence and quality of life at home, school, work, and in the community. Assessments that we offer at FABIC include:
Functional Capacity Assessments
What is a Functional Capacity Assessment?
Functional capacity refers to the ability to do daily tasks, such as showering, cooking and being out in the community. A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) encompasses assessment and written reporting on a person’s abilities in activities of daily living in the home and community and offers recommendations about their daily and therapeutic support needs.
Outside of the NDIS, an FCA is often referred to as a Functional Assessment or OT Assessment.
For more information on our Functional Capacity Assessments, click on the links below:
Why is a Functional Capacity Assessment important?
A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) provides evidence of your capacity to perform daily activities, and a FCA report is often needed to access the NDIS, guiding initial plan development and plan reviews. Functional assessments can also be used outside of NDIS-related situations to determine a person’s baseline level of function in daily living to guide therapy and interventions.
When may I need a Functional Capacity Assessment?
- When first applying to access the NDIS
- When access to the NDIS has been granted
- When your circumstances or support needs have changed, requiring review of your current funding
- When the nature of your disability changes, impacting on daily function and support needs
- To gain an understanding of your ability to perform everyday tasks to guide service provision and skills training
What is the process?
During a Functional Capacity Assessment, an Occupational Therapist will usually come to your home or natural setting and gather information about your goals and any difficulties faced with communication, social interaction, learning, mobility, self-care and self-management in daily living. This can be through:
- Interview of you and your caregiver/s
- Liaison with key stakeholders and others in your care team
- Observation of you in your natural environment
- Implementation of standardised questionnaires and assessments, such as the Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System (ABAS-3)
- Review of existing supports
- Review of written reports
A detailed report will be written based on the information gathered.
What is in a report?
A detailed written report follows a thorough assessment that:
- Provides background information on you
- Provides evidence of your current ability, disability and/or functional capacity
- Describes the impact of your current ability and/or disability on your day-to-day living
- Identifies your support needs by describing daily tasks that you need assistance with
- Recommends supports to improve your daily living and helps you achieve your goals
How long does it take?
The entire assessment and reporting process varies from person to person, depending on the purpose of the assessment and the complexity of a person’s situation. Contact FABIC for an estimate of hours.
What are the costs involved?
Costs vary depending on each person’s needs and are based on the time required for assessment and reporting and the complexity of a person’s presentation. Contact FABIC for details.
To book a Functional Capacity Assessment get started here. If you have any questions, please phone (07) 5530 5099 or email
Sensory Assessments
Our Sensory Assessments help identify how an individual responds to sensory information in their environment – such as sounds, textures, lights, and movement. We assess sensory processing and associated challenges, then provide practical recommendations and strategies to support comfort, reduced anxiety, increased participation, and wellbeing at home, school, or work.
Why Choose FABIC?
FABIC Occupational Therapists do not solely focus on function. Supporting wellbeing, holistic independence and quality of living is the heart of our focus.
Experienced Team
Led by our Senior Occupational Therapists, our OT team brings extensive expertise in behaviour and skill development in all aspects of daily living.
Culturally Responsive & Inclusive
Our Occupational Therapists are naturally inclusive and respectful of all cultural and religious beliefs and customs.
Collaborative Approach
NDIS, Medicare & Other Funding Accepted
We support a range of funding options to make our services accessible including NDIS, Medicare, Private Health and more. Contact us to find out more.
What are some of the benefits of Occupational Therapy?
- Promotes independence: Helps individuals build skills to manage daily activities such as dressing, eating, cooking, and personal care.
- Supports learning & development: Assists children and adults in developing motor skills, sensory processing, and life skills needed for school, work, and home.
- Enhances participation: Encourages engagement in social, recreational, and community activities, boosting confidence and social skills.
- Environmental fit: Supports modifications to home, school, or workplace settings to make them calmer, safer, more organised and more accessible.
- Improves emotional wellbeing: Teaches coping strategies for managing anxiety, stress, and emotional and situational challenges.
- Rehabilitation & recovery: Supporting recovery after injury, illness, or surgery by helping to regain lost skills or adapt to new ways of doing things.
- NDIS Support: Detailed reporting, assessments, and therapy for individuals accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
The possibilities are endless ...
Ready to be empowered?
Contact FABIC today to discover how our Occupational Therapists can support you or the people you care for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy is a health profession that helps people of all ages participate in the ‘occupations’ and activities that matter most to them – at home, school, work, and in the community. Our Occupational Therapists assess each person’s strengths and challenges, then provide tailored strategies and support to improve daily functioning, independence, and wellbeing.
Occupational Therapy support can include:
- Helping a person develop fine motor skills needed for handwriting, getting dressed or feeding.
- Supporting a person to regain independence after an injury, illness or major life event, such as with learning new ways to cook, shower, or get dressed
- Recommending environmental adaptations in the home, school or workplace.
- Assisting someone with anxiety or sensory challenges to build routines and coping strategies for daily life
- Working with older adults to maintain mobility and confidence in community activities, like shopping or catching public transport
- Collaborating with families, schools, and workplaces to ensure environments are supportive and inclusive for everyone
Occupational Therapists empower individuals of all ages to overcome challenges and achieve greater independence, enabling them to participate more fully in the activities that matter most in their daily lives.
What is Occupational Therapy for kids?
Paediatric Occupational Therapy focuses on helping children build the skills they need to succeed in everyday activities – such as playing, learning, self-care, and socialising. Our therapists use fun, practical strategies to support children’s development, confidence, and independence.
Practical examples of Occupational Therapy for children include:
- Developing fine motor skills for handwriting, dressing and feeding
- Building gross motor skills for activities like bike riding, swimming and participating in sports
- Supporting sensory processing needs to help children feel comfortable in different environments
- Teaching daily routines, such as getting ready for school, and task-specific skills such as showering and getting dressed
- Encouraging positive social interactions, sharing, and turn-taking with peers
- Helping with attention, organisation, and emotional regulation for success in the classroom and at home
Occupational Therapy naturally empowers children to overcome challenges, grow in confidence, and participate more fully in the activities that bring joy and meaning to their daily lives.
Do you offer Occupational Therapy for kids?
Absolutely. We provide Occupational Therapy for children of all ages. Our highly experienced and caring team work with kids, their families and teachers to support development, learning, and participation at home, school, and in the community.
Do you offer Occupational Therapy for adults?
You bet. Our experienced Occupational Therapists support adults to develop and maintain the skills needed for daily living, work, and community participation, helping to increase independence and quality of life. Our services for adults include assessment and reporting, as well as therapy sessions in the clinic, home or community settings.
What is a Functional Capacity Assessment?
Functional capacity describes a person’s ability to manage everyday activities like personal care, meal preparation, and participating in community life. A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) involves an initial evaluation and a detailed report that outlines an individual’s strengths and challenges with daily living tasks at home and in the community. It also includes tailored recommendations for the level of support they may require. An FCA is usually completed by an Occupational Therapist.
Outside of the NDIS, this assessment is commonly known as a Functional Assessment or Occupational Therapy (OT) Functional Assessment.
Do you specialise in Occupational Therapy for Autism?
Yes. FABIC is renowned for its work in the area of autism and its Occupational Therapy services provide in-depth support for children and adults with varying severity and presentations of autism spectrum disorder and other developmental challenges. Read more here.
What are my funding options?
At FABIC, we aim to make our Occupational Therapy services as accessible as possible. You may be able to access funding through a range of options, including:
- NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme): If you have an approved NDIS plan, Occupational Therapy may be funded under categories such as Improved Daily Living and Capacity Building.
- Medicare: Some clients may be eligible for Medicare rebates with a suitable referral and care plan from their GP.
- Private Health Insurance: Many private health funds offer rebates for Occupational Therapy, depending on your level of extras cover. Check with your insurer for details.
- Self-funding: It may be an option to pay privately for Occupational Therapy sessions, with no need for a referral.
- Third-party: In some cases, services may be funded by other sources such as community organisations, workplace schemes, or specific government programs.
If you are unsure about which funding option is right for you, our friendly team is happy to help guide you through the process and answer any questions. Please contact us for personalised support.
How do I get started with FABIC?
If you are a new client at FABIC, or are making a referral on behalf of a new client, the best way to get started is to complete our initial intake form here.
We appreciate that the form is very detailed, but provides us with all the foundational information that we need to get started.
Do you have any free OT resources?
Yes! Please see our supportive Occupational Therapy fact sheets and blog articles.
We also offer a vast volume of free resources to support people of all ages and backgrounds to understand and change behaviour.
Explore our vast library of free behaviour change resources here.
