Occupational Therapy for Adults in Perth, Mandurah & Peel Region

How Occupational Therapy Supports Adults

Occupational Therapy focuses on helping you do the things you need and want to do, even when life changes.
We support:
  • Daily living tasks (e.g. cooking, personal care, routines)
  • Recovery after injury or illness
  • Fatigue and energy management
  • Cognitive and memory changes
  • Mobility and physical function
  • Returning to work or maintaining independence
  • Equipment and environmental supports
Who We Support

​We support adults with a wide range of needs, including:
When Should You See an Occupational Therapist?

You may benefit from Occupational Therapy if:
  • Everyday tasks are becoming harder
  • You’re recovering from injury, illness, or hospitalisation
  • Fatigue is impacting your routine
  • You’re struggling to maintain work or daily responsibilities
  • You’ve noticed changes in mobility, strength, or coordination
  • You’re unsure what support you need next
Not sure if OT is right for you?
Our Occupational Therapy Services for Adults
Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA) are one of our core Occupational Therapy services for adults.
An FCA is a comprehensive assessment used to understand your current level of functioning, support needs, and goals, particularly in relation to NDIS funding and planning.
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​We complete detailed, evidence-based assessments to support:
  • NDIS access applications
  • Plan reviews and reassessments
  • Funding recommendations
  • Support planning and justification

What Does an FCA Assess?
Our Functional Capacity Assessments may include:
  • Daily living skills (e.g. personal care, routines, household tasks)
  • Mobility and physical function
  • Cognitive abilities (e.g. memory, attention, planning)
  • Social and community participation
  • Environmental factors impacting independence

Who Might Need a Functional Capacity Assessment?
You may benefit from an FCA if you:
  • Are applying for the NDIS
  • Are completing an NDIS plan review
  • Need evidence to support funding or services
  • Have experienced changes in function or support needs
  • Require a clear understanding of your current abilities and goals

Our Approach
We complete assessments in your home and community to ensure findings reflect your real-life environment.
Our reports are:
  • Clear and detailed
  • Aligned with NDIS requirements
  • Focused on practical and meaningful outcomes
Daily Living and Functional Assessments

We assess how you manage everyday tasks and identify ways to improve independence and safety.
This may include:
  • Personal care and routines
  • Household tasks
  • Community access
  • Functional independence​
Functional Decline and Changing Needs

We support individuals experiencing changes in function over time.
This may include:
  • Identifying changes in ability
  • Understanding support needs
  • Planning next steps
  • Improving safety and independence
Fatigue and Energy Management

We support individuals experiencing fatigue that impacts daily life.
This may include:
  • Energy conservation strategies
  • Structuring daily routines
  • Reducing physical and cognitive load
  • Improving sustainable activity levels
​Cognitive and Neurological Support

We support individuals experiencing changes in thinking, memory, or neurological function.
This may include:
  • Memory and attention strategies
  • Task planning and organisation
  • Support following neurological conditions
Home Safety and Environmental Support

We assess your home environment to improve safety and independence.
This may include:
  • Identifying risks and hazards
  • Improving layout and accessibility
  • Supporting safe movement
Equipment and Assistive Technology

We recommend equipment to support independence and reduce effort in daily tasks.
This may include:
  • Daily living aids
  • Mobility supports
  • Environmental adjustments
Supporting Return to Routine, Work, and Independence

Occupational Therapy can support individuals to:
  • Return to daily routines
  • Maintain independence
  • Adapt to changes in health or function
  • Build sustainable ways of managing everyday life
A Collaborative, Person-Centred Approach

We work closely with:
  • GPs
  • Support coordinators
  • Employers (where appropriate)
  • Allied health professionals
to ensure supports are practical and aligned with your goals.
Mobile Occupational Therapy in Perth

We provide home visit Occupational Therapy services across Perth and surrounding areas, ensuring support is practical and relevant to your daily life.
Supporting NDIS, DVA, and Private Clients

We support adults across different funding pathways:
  • NDIS participants
  • DVA (Department of Veterans’ Affairs) clients
  • Private clients
Our Adult Occupational Therapy Services

​Our services for adults may include:
How Occupational Therapy Can Help Adults

​Occupational Therapy can support adults to:
  • Improve independence with daily living tasks
  • Increase safety at home and in the community
  • Access appropriate equipment and supports
  • Develop routines and structure
  • Improve cognitive and functional skills
  • Support transitions (e.g. hospital to home, increased independence)
NDIS Occupational Therapy for Adults

​Occupational Therapy is commonly funded under the NDIS to support adults in building capacity, improving independence and increasing participation in everyday life.

We work closely with participants, families and support coordinators to ensure supports are practical, goal-focused and aligned with NDIS plans.
Funding Options for Adult Occupational Therapy

Belong Health offers Occupational Therapy services for both NDIS participants and private clients.

NDIS Funding
Occupational Therapy may be funded when aligned with participant goals and support needs.

Private Clients
No referral required. Services are available for functional support, rehabilitation and independence.

Private Health Insurance
Rebates may be available depending on your cover.

Medicare
A GP may provide access to a limited number of sessions under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan.

DVA
Eligible veterans may access services through DVA funding.
Occupational Therapy for Adults in Perth, Mandurah & Peel Region
We provide services across:
  • Perth Metro
  • Mandurah
  • Rockingham
  • Falcon
  • Peel region
With flexible options including:
  • Home visits
  • Community-based sessions
  • Telehealth

Services by Age

Occupational Therapy for Young Adults (18-26)

During the transition into adulthood, we understand the importance of fostering independence and developing essential life skills. Our Occupational Therapists offer personalised interventions to support young adults in achieving their goals, whether it's through vocational training, education support, or enhancing daily living skills. We can also assist young adults with exploring options for supported independent living including exploring and applying for Home and Living Supports available under the NDIS.

Occupational Therapy for Later Adulthood (27-64)

As individuals navigate the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood, our services aim to promote independence and enhance quality of life. Whether managing chronic conditions such as arthritis, living with a serious health condition, disability or injuries, our Occupational Therapists provide interventions tailored to each individual's needs, including both low cost Adaptive Equipment and high-cost Assistive Technology recommendations, Home Modifications, and support with activities of daily living.

​Occupational Therapy for Seniors (65+)
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We recognise the importance of ageing gracefully and maintaining optimal function and independence in later life. Our Occupational Therapists specialise in addressing the unique needs of seniors, including mobility issues, cognitive decline, and age-related conditions. We strive to empower seniors to live life to the fullest through personalised interventions including falls prevention management and Assistive Technology solutions.

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Occupational Therapy For Adults Frequently Asked Questions

What does an Occupational Therapist do for adults?
​Occupational Therapists support adults to improve independence, manage daily activities, and participate in everyday life through practical, individualised strategies.

Why would an adult need Occupational Therapy?
Adults may benefit from Occupational Therapy if they experience challenges with daily living tasks, fatigue, mobility, cognition, emotional regulation, mental health, or participation in work and community life.

What conditions can Occupational Therapy support in adults?
Occupational Therapy can support adults with neurological conditions, autism, ADHD, psychosocial disability, physical disability, chronic pain, fatigue conditions, cognitive decline, and mental health challenges.

How do I know if I need Occupational Therapy?
You may benefit from Occupational Therapy if daily activities, independence, emotional regulation, community access, routines, safety, or participation in meaningful activities have become difficult.

Can Occupational Therapy help with mental health or anxiety?
Yes. Occupational Therapy can support emotional regulation, routines, coping strategies, participation in meaningful activities, fatigue management, and reducing overwhelm or burnout.

Can Occupational Therapy help with neurological conditions?
Yes. Occupational Therapists commonly support adults with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, and other neurological conditions.

Can Occupational Therapy help with fatigue and burnout?
Yes. Occupational Therapists can provide pacing strategies, routine planning, environmental modifications, fatigue management, and energy conservation supports.

Can Occupational Therapy help after injury or illness?
Yes. Occupational Therapy can support recovery and participation in everyday activities following injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalisation.

What does an Occupational Therapist do for older adults?
Occupational Therapists support older adults with falls prevention, home safety, mobility, equipment recommendations, cognitive supports, daily living skills, and independence.

What happens during an Occupational Therapy session?
Sessions may include assessment, observation, goal setting, skill-building activities, education, environmental modifications, and support recommendations tailored to the individual.

How long are Occupational Therapy sessions?
Sessions are commonly between 45–60 minutes depending on the individual’s needs, goals, and support type.

Do I need a diagnosis to access Occupational Therapy?
No formal diagnosis is required. Occupational Therapy can be accessed based on functional needs, goals, and participation challenges.

Can Occupational Therapy help adults without a diagnosis?
Yes. Many adults seek Occupational Therapy support due to changes in functioning, wellbeing, routines, or independence without having a formal diagnosis.

Is Occupational Therapy covered by the NDIS?
Occupational Therapy may be funded under the NDIS when it aligns with a participant’s goals and support needs.

Do you support NDIS, DVA and private clients?
Yes. Belong Health supports NDIS participants, DVA clients, and private clients.

Do I need a referral for Occupational Therapy?
No referral is required. You can contact Belong Health directly to get started.
Do you provide home visits?Yes. Services may be delivered at home, in the community, in supported living environments, or via telehealth.

Do you offer telehealth Occupational Therapy?
Yes. Telehealth Occupational Therapy is available across Western Australia where clinically appropriate.

Can Occupational Therapy help with home safety?
Yes. Occupational Therapists can assess falls risks, mobility, bathroom safety, home access, equipment needs, and home modifications.

Can Occupational Therapy recommend equipment or assistive technology?
Yes. Occupational Therapists can assess and recommend assistive technology, mobility aids, daily living equipment, seating supports, and home modifications.

What is a Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA)?
A Functional Capacity Assessment is a detailed assessment used to understand a person’s functional abilities, daily living skills, support needs, and NDIS funding requirements.

Can Occupational Therapy help with independent living skills?
Yes. Occupational Therapy can support cooking, budgeting, cleaning, routines, organisation, self-care, and community access skills.

Can Occupational Therapy support adults with autism or ADHD?
Yes. Occupational Therapy can support adults with autism or ADHD through emotional regulation, sensory processing, executive functioning, routine planning, and daily living supports.

Can Occupational Therapy help with executive functioning difficulties?
Yes. Occupational Therapists can support planning, organisation, routines, time management, task initiation, and everyday structure.

Can Occupational Therapy support adults returning to work?
Yes. Occupational Therapy can support adults returning to work following injury, illness, burnout, disability, or mental health challenges.

Can Occupational Therapy help with sensory processing in adults?
Yes. Occupational Therapists can support sensory sensitivities, overwhelm, and sensory regulation through practical strategies and environmental modifications.

Can Occupational Therapy support community participation?
Yes. Occupational Therapists can support participation in work, volunteering, social activities, routines, and meaningful community activities.

How long does Occupational Therapy take to work?
Progress varies depending on the person’s goals, support needs, and circumstances. Occupational Therapy often focuses on gradual skill development and meaningful long-term improvements.
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