NDIS Occupational Therapy in Central Adelaide
From getting ready for the day, using public transport, managing relationships, or finding employment, expect our team to build your skills and equip you to do the things you want, your way.
Our Adelaide occupational therapists provide occupational therapy to help children, teenagers and adults with disabilities to live they life they want and deserve. They come to you and work as part of your therapy team, so your support happens where life actually happens – not in a clinic.
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Expect More from your Occupational Therapy
At Everyday Independence, we deliver therapy in a way that helps you get the best outcomes from your NDIS funding.
We come to you – Your therapy happens in the places you spend your time. At home, school, workplace or community so strategies actually work in everyday life.
One team, one plan – Your occupational therapist works alongside speech pathologists, physiotherapists and behaviour support practitioners to support the whole person.
We focus on real-life outcomes – We’re not just delivering sessions. We’re helping you build skills that create meaningful, lasting change.
Occupational Therapy for Every Stage of Life
Our Adelaide occupational therapists help children, teenagers and adults with disability to live the life the life they want and deserve.
Occupational Therapy for Children in Adelaide
We support children to build the foundations for independence through play, routines and everyday experiences.
This may include:
- Building self-care skills like dressing, eating and toileting
- Supporting social skill development
- Developing early play, social and communication skills
- Supporting sensory processing and emotional regulation
- Creating routines that support participation at home and kindergarten
- Making everyday environments easier to navigate and engage in
We work closely with families and early learning environments, so everyone feels confident and aligned in how to support the child’s development.
Children under nine years are supported with a key worker and occupational therapist and other therapists as needed.
Occupational Therapy for Teenagers
Adolescence is a time of increasing independence, new expectations and life transitions. We support teenagers to build the skills and confidence they need for everyday life.
This may include:
- Building independence with daily routines and organisation
- Developing social skills and confidence in community settings
- Supporting emotional regulation and self-awareness
- Building skills for school participation and transitions
- Preparing for employment, further education or training
- Supporting families and schools with practical, consistent strategies
Where needed, we also support key transitions. Helping young people move toward greater independence and future pathways.
Occupational Therapy for Adults
For adults, occupational therapy focuses on increasing independence, participation and quality of life.
This may include:
- Building independence with daily living tasks and routines
- Supporting return to work or building capacity for employment
- Recommending assistive technology and home modifications
- Improving safety and accessibility in the home and community
- Supporting community participation and social connection
- Developing strategies to manage everyday challenges
We focus on what matters most to you. Supporting greater choice, control and participation in everyday life.
NDIS Occupational Therapy
As part of your NDIS support, occupational therapy focuses on building your capacity to participate more independently in everyday life.
This may include:
- Functional capacity assessments to understand your support needs
- Assistive technology recommendations and reports
- Home modification assessments and reports
- Skill-building programs tailored to your goals
- Progress reports to support plan reviews
These supports:
- Focus on real-life outcomes, not just therapy sessions
- Build your independence over time
- Align your support team around shared goals
- Help you make the most of your NDIS funding
A Team Approach to Building Skills and Independence
Our Adelaide occupational therapists work with you in your community as part of a broader therapy team, which may include speech pathologists, physiotherapists, behaviour support practitioners and habit coaches.
This coordinated approach ensures everyone is working towards shared goals — helping you build skills and achieve meaningful outcomes in everyday life.
Getting Started with Occupational Therapy
Starting support is simple and collaborative.
- We meet with you in your home or community
- We learn about your goals, strengths and challenges
- We assess how you currently participate in everyday life
- We create a personalised plan focused on your goals
- We work with you and your support network to build skills over time
Not yet a NDIS participant? Visit our NDIS pages for information on getting your plan funded.
Services we Provide in Adelaide
We provide therapy services and youth employment and vocational supports to people with disabilities across Adelaide, including Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western suburbs, and out to the Barossa.
Occupational Therapy Across Adelaide Communities
Across Adelaide, our occupational therapists work in the places where life happens. At home, school, work and in the community so you develop skills in the real-life environments you need them.
In the north, this might look like building confidence catching public transport like the Adelaide Metro or practicing everyday skills at local shopping centers and parks.
Across the south, from Marion to Seaford and Hallett Cove, we support people in their homes and communities to build practical skills that improve independence and participation.
Occupational Therapy Frequently Asked Questions
Do your occupational therapists come to my home?
Yes. Our Adelaide team delivers therapy in your home, school, workplace or community so support is relevant to your everyday life.
What makes Everyday Independence different from other Adelaide OT providers?
We take a team-based approach. Your occupational therapist works alongside other allied health professionals to support the whole person — not just one area.
What is a functional capacity assessment?
A functional capacity assessment is completed by an occupational therapist and helps us understand your strengths, needs and the supports required to help you achieve your goals.
What happens during the initial occupational therapy sessions?
The first step is an initial assessment with a lead therapist to understand your participation and support needs across all aspects of your life. Your occupational therapist will look beyond limitations to focus on your goals and aspirations. They’ll look at the activities you do every day, alongside the challenges you face, the people who support you and the environment you live in.
Then they’ll create a one, two or three year therapy plan, which outlines the best mix of practitioners (including a habit coach) and strategies to help you achieve the breakthroughs required on your pathway towards positive change.
What happens after the initial sessions?
After the initial sessions you’ll then move into a regular rhythm of therapy overseen by your primary therapist plus a mix of other practitioners (eg. speech pathologist, physiotherapist, behaviour support practitioner, and habit coach) depending on the goals you set. You may have a burst of therapy sessions conducted by your occupational therapist, and then practice the routines and skills with a habit coach between therapy sessions.
How do I access occupational therapy in Adelaide?
To access occupational therapy services, you’ll need funding in your NDIS plan, typically under:
- Improved Daily Living
- Early Childhood Supports
If you’re unsure what funding you have, we can help you understand your plan and next steps.
Not yet an NDIS participant? Visit our NDIS information pages to learn how to apply and get the right supports in place.
How quickly can I get started?
We often have availability and our team will work with you to find the earliest available appointment.
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