Occupational Therapy Adelaide

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Why work with Vivir's occupational therapists in Adelaide

At Vivir Healthcare, we provide tailored occupational therapy services in Adelaide designed to help people feel safer, more confident, and more independent in their everyday lives. Our experienced occupational therapists take the time to understand each individual’s abilities, routines, environment, and personal goals before recommending practical solutions that support daily living. Services can be delivered in the home, within residential aged care communities, or across community settings throughout Adelaide. Working alongside individuals, families, carers, and other health professionals, our team can assist with everyday activities, functional challenges, home safety, equipment, and strategies that encourage greater participation and independence. With a practical and individualised approach to occupational therapy in Adelaide, Vivir Healthcare supports people to continue doing the things that are important to them.


When accessing occupational therapy services in Adelaide with Vivir Healthcare, you can expect:


  • Occupational therapy delivered in homes across Adelaide and surrounding areas
  • Support for residents within aged care communities
  • Private and community-based occupational therapy options
  • Telehealth appointments for greater flexibility and accessibility
  • The option to access other allied health disciplines as part of coordinated care
  • Appointment options designed around individual needs and circumstances
  • Support from experienced, AHPRA-registered occupational therapists
  • Straightforward referral pathways to help make accessing services easier
  • Individualised therapy focused on everyday function, independence, safety, and participation
  • Functional assessments to better understand individual needs and challenges
  • Advice and recommendations regarding assistive technology and daily living equipment
  • Assessment of the home environment and recommendations for appropriate modifications

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Scope of occupational therapy services in Adelaide

Our occupational therapists work across the following settings and specialise in key areas such as:

Home Care & Private

Enabling older individuals to live independently and safely in their own homes through person-centred occupational therapy that promotes wellbeing and confidence.

Residential Aged Care

Helping individuals maintain their quality of life and functional independence with tailored occupational therapy support provided at residential homes.

Telehealth

Providing tailored occupational therapy support that helps older adults remain independent, active, and connected through online services available nationwide, wherever you are.

Daily living & independence

Improving daily function, confidence, and quality of life through personalised occupational therapy support delivered where people feel most comfortable.

Home safety

Encouraging confidence and self-sufficiency in everyday life through support with personal care, home management, and participation in valued activities.

Assistive technology

Building confidence and independence through tailored support that promotes participation in daily routines, social activities, and community life.

Referral Forms

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Community & Private Referral
Residential Aged Care Referral
NDIS Referral and Intake

Occupational therapy Adelaide FAQs

  • What can occupational therapy help with?

    Occupational therapy can support people who are experiencing challenges with everyday activities, independence, mobility, safety, or participation. An occupational therapist can assess individual needs and recommend practical strategies to make daily tasks easier and safer.

  • Who can access occupational therapy services in Adelaide?

    Occupational therapy may be suitable for older Australians, people living with disability, individuals recovering from illness or injury, or anyone experiencing changes that affect their ability to complete everyday activities safely and independently.

  • Do you provide occupational therapy at home in Adelaide?

    Yes. Vivir Healthcare provides in-home occupational therapy services in Adelaide, allowing occupational therapists to understand how a person manages within their own environment and provide recommendations tailored to their daily routine and needs.

  • Is occupational therapy available in residential aged care?

    Yes. Occupational therapists can provide support within residential aged care communities, helping residents maintain function, independence, safety, and participation in meaningful everyday activities.

  • Can an occupational therapist recommend home modifications?

    Yes. An occupational therapist can assess the home environment and recommend appropriate modifications that may improve accessibility, reduce safety risks, and make everyday activities easier to manage.

  • Can occupational therapists recommend assistive technology and equipment?

    Yes. Depending on an individual's needs, an occupational therapist may assess and recommend assistive technology or equipment designed to support everyday activities, independence, and safety.

  • What happens during an occupational therapy assessment?

    An occupational therapy assessment considers the person's abilities, current challenges, daily routines, goals, and environment. The occupational therapist can then develop practical recommendations or an individualised therapy plan based on their findings.

  • Can occupational therapy help improve independence at home?

    Yes. Supporting independence is a key focus of occupational therapy. This may involve developing strategies for everyday tasks, identifying appropriate equipment, assessing home safety, or finding different ways to complete activities more confidently.

  • Do occupational therapists work with families and care teams?

    Yes. Where appropriate, occupational therapists can collaborate with family members, carers, care teams, and other health professionals to help ensure recommendations reflect the individual's needs, goals, and circumstances.

  • Can I access other allied health services through Vivir Healthcare?

    Yes. Vivir Healthcare provides multidisciplinary allied health services, allowing occupational therapy to be coordinated with other relevant disciplines where an individual requires broader support.

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