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Increases Independence and Improves Safety
Assistive technology helps you carry out everyday tasks—such as dressing, cooking, and personal care—more independently, reducing your reliance on others.
At the same time, safety equipment like grab rails, shower chairs, and bed alarms lowers the risk of falls and injuries, creating a safer environment at home.
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Supports Mobility
Mobility aids like walkers, wheelchairs, or transfer equipment help you move around more easily and access your community.
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Enhances Communication
Communication devices and tools assist individuals with speech or cognitive challenges to express needs and connect with others.
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Reduces Carer Demand
By making tasks easier or safer, assistive technology can reduce the physical and emotional load on informal and paid carers.
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Promotes Participation
Identifies sensory processing differences or emotional regulation difficulties that may impact behavior, focus, or interactions in your personal or work life.
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Meets NDIS Requirements
An assistive technology assessment completed by an occupational therapist provides the professional evidence required to request funding through the NDIS, especially for mid to high-cost items.
What equipment can an Assistive Technology (AT) Assessment Support:
- Mobility Aids
Includes wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and scooters to support safe and independent movement in the home or community.
- Transfer Equipment
Such as hoists, slide sheets, and transfer boards to assist with moving between beds, chairs, and toilets safely.
- Bathroom and Toilet Aids
Includes shower chairs, commodes, grab rails, and over-toilet frames to improve safety and access during personal care tasks.
- Communication Devices
AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) tools like speech-generating devices or apps to support expressive communication.
- Seating and Positioning Aids
Custom chairs, postural supports, and pressure-relieving cushions to improve comfort, posture, and prevent injury.
- Daily Living Aids
Tools like adaptive cutlery, dressing aids, and cooking equipment that help with self-care and household activities..
- Environmental Control Devices
Smart technology or switches that allow individuals to control lights, doors, or appliances with greater ease and independence.
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