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SENIORS & SUPPORT AT HOME

Supporting you to remain safe, independent and confident at home

Growing older doesn't mean giving up the activities that are important to you.

Health N Able provides mobile Occupational Therapy services for older adults living in the community who would like practical support to remain safe, independent and confident in their own homes.

Whether you're recovering after an illness or hospital stay, experiencing changes in mobility, or simply finding everyday activities becoming more challenging, Occupational Therapy can help identify practical solutions to support your independence and participation in daily life.

How Occupational Therapy Can Help

Occupational Therapy focuses on helping people continue doing the everyday activities that are important to them.

Following a comprehensive assessment, recommendations are tailored to your individual needs, home environment and personal goals.

Occupational Therapy may assist with:

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Home safety and falls prevention

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Improving access around your home

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Assistive technology and equipment recommendations

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Minor and major home modifications

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Mobility and accessibility

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Seating and pressure care

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Education for clients, families and carers

Home & Functional Assessments

A comprehensive assessment of your home environment, daily activities and functional abilities to identify practical strategies that support safety, independence and participation.

Assessments may include:

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Home safety assessments

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Falls risk assessments

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Functional assessments

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Mobility and accessibility assessments

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Seating and pressure care assessment

Assistive Technology

The right equipment can make everyday activities safer, easier and more comfortable.

Health N Able provides assessment and recommendations for a wide range of assistive technology, including:

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Walking aids

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Wheelchairs

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Mobility scooters

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Shower and toileting equipment

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Lift recliners

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Adjustable beds

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Pressure care equipment

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Daily living aids

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Personal alarms

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Continence-related equipment

Equipment is most effective when it is personalised to individual needs and supported by the right education.

Home Modifications

Sometimes small changes around the home can make a significant difference to safety, accessibility and independence.

Recommendations may include:

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Grab rails

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Ramps

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Step modifications

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Bathroom modifications

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Access solutions

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Slip-resistant surfaces

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Lighting improvements

Recommendations are based on your individual needs, home environment and functional goals.

Support at Home Funding

Health N Able welcomes referrals for older adults who are:

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Accessing services through the Australian Government's Support at Home program

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Privately funding Occupational Therapy services

If you receive Support at Home funding and would like Health N Able to provide your Occupational Therapy services, we are happy to work with your Support at Home provider.

Where required, Health N Able can establish an agreement with your provider to deliver Occupational Therapy services under your funding arrangements.

If you're unsure whether Occupational Therapy is included in your funding, or would like to discuss your options, please get in touch.

Education and Training

Occupational Therapy is about more than recommending equipment.

Health N Able provides practical education to help clients, families and carers safely and confidently use equipment and strategies in everyday life.

Education may include:

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Equipment training

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Falls prevention strategies

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Manual handling and transfer techniques

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Energy conservation strategies

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Carer education

Referrals

Referrals are welcome from:

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Family members and carers

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General Practitioners

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Support at Home providers

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Hospitals

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Allied Health Professionals

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Community organisations

Self-referrals are also welcome.

Service Area

Health N Able is a mobile Occupational Therapy service providing home visits throughout the Moreton Bay region and surrounding suburbs of Brisbane, including Bribie Island.

Ready to Get Started?

If you or someone you care about would like support to remain safe, independent and confident at home, we'd love to help.
Contact Health N Able to discuss how Occupational Therapy may support your goals.

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