HOW OT FOR KIDS CAN HELP
Supporting and enriching your child's development
With 10+ years of combined experience in paediatric occupational therapy, Carousel Occupational Therapy is dedicated to making a meaningful, lasting impact in children’s everyday lives.
Our occupational therapists provide comprehensive services to promote your child's development in several key areas:
Fine Motor Skills
Improve tasks like holding a pencil, using scissors, or buttoning a shirt
Sensory Integration
Manage sensitivities to noise, light, or textures for better daily functioning
Play Skills
Enhance abilities in playing with toys, group games, and imaginative play
Handwriting Skills
Improve letter formation and legibility for better academic performance
Feeding Skills
Support healthy eating habits by coordinating the lips, tongue, and jaw, and improving tolerance to textures, temperatures, and smells
Self-Care Skills
Promote independence in dressing, bathing, and brushing teeth
Social Skills
Develop sharing, taking turns, and understanding social cues with peers
Community Access
Develop safety awareness and social participation skills by teaching how to travel to schools, parks, etc.
Equipment Prescription
Low-cost adaptive tools, (e.g writing aids and self-care aids), to increase children’s independence in daily life
Home Modification
Deliver minor modifications (e.g. water taps and shower systems) to improve children’s participation and safety in daily activities
Through a variety of results-driven approaches to paediatric occupational therapy, we work together with you and your family to achieve optimal therapy outcomes in a timely manner.
Why Choose Carousel OT for Kids?
At Carousel OT, your child's treatment is centered around collaboration and personalised care. We believe in working closely with families, educators, and other professionals to create a supportive network for your child. Here's what sets us apart:
Evidence-Based Practices
Our kids OT is grounded in the latest research and best practices in paediatric occupational therapy.
Family-Centered Care
We engage and empower families as active participants in their child's therapy journey.
Holistic Approach
We address the physical, emotional, and social aspects of your child's development.
Flexible Scheduling
We offer convenient appointment times to fit your family's busy schedule.
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OUR OT SERVICES
Using up-to-date therapeutic techniques, we're here to support children and families in reaching independence and their full potential. Our evidence-based approaches have proven to be effective for children with developmental needs and learning difficulties.
Group programs and joint sessions with other professionals are also available. Service delivery may vary depending on your child’s therapy needs.
Cognitive Orientated Approach
(e.g. CO-OP Approach)
Feeding Therapy
(e.g., SOS Feeding program)
Sensory Integration Programs
(e.g., Interactive Metronome, Astronaut Training)
Play-Based Therapy
(e.g., Learn to Play)
Handwriting Programs
(e.g., Handwriting Without Tears®)
Social Skill Programs
(e.g., LEGO®-Based Therapy,
Secret Agent Society)
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Covering the Cost of Occupational Therapy
We offer a variety of flexible payment options to make our occupational therapy services accessible to everyone. Explore the options below to find out how you can manage the costs of therapy and ensure your child receives the care they need.
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
We are NDIS funding friendly and provide therapy for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
Private Health Insurance
We are a registered provider with most private health insurance funds. Please contact your insurer to confirm your coverage for occupational therapy services.
Medicare
We offer sessions under the Chronic Disease Management plan (formerly the Enhanced Primary Care Plan) for children with chronic conditions or conditions lasting over six months. Eligible children can receive partial rebates for up to five allied health sessions annually. Please consult your GP to determine eligibility and arrange the plan before your appointment to access Medicare benefits.
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