Kitchen Accessibility
Bench heights, storage access, appliance placement and workspace for meal preparation.
Home Assessment Occupational Therapy Across Australia
Home Assessment for Occupational Therapy
Our registered occupational therapists conduct thorough home assessment occupational therapy services to identify modifications, equipment and strategies that can improve safety, accessibility and independence in your home.
Areas We Assess
What a Home Assessment Covers
Our home assessment occupational therapy evaluations are comprehensive, examining all aspects of your living environment to identify hazards, barriers and opportunities for improvement.
Bathroom Safety
Shower access, toilet height, grab rails, non-slip surfaces and bathroom layout for mobility aids.
Entry & Access
Driveways, pathways, steps, ramps, door widths, thresholds and lighting at entry points.
Experienced Allied Health Professionals
About Astrad Allied Health
Astrad Allied Health is an established provider of home assessment occupational therapy services across Australia. Our AHPRA-registered occupational therapists bring professional assessments directly to you, removing the barriers of travel and unfamiliar clinical environments.
Learn About UsWho Benefits From Home Assessments
Is a Home Assessment Right for You?
Home assessment occupational therapy services can support a wide range of people who want to improve safety, accessibility or independence at home.
NDIS Participants
If you have an NDIS plan and need home modifications, our home assessment occupational therapy service provides the evidence required to support funding requests for reasonable and necessary supports.
Progressive Conditions
If you have a condition that may affect your mobility or function over time, proactive home assessment can help plan for future needs and modifications.
Falls Prevention
For those who have experienced falls or are at risk, our assessment identifies hazards and recommends modifications that may help reduce falls risk in the home.
Hospital Discharge
If you are returning home after surgery, illness or injury, a pre-discharge home assessment occupational therapy evaluation can ensure your environment is safe and accessible for your recovery.
Aged Care Recipients
For older Australians receiving Home Care Packages or Commonwealth Home Support, a home assessment occupational therapy service can identify modifications that support ageing in place safely.
Carers & Family
Family members and carers can benefit from home assessments that recommend modifications to make caring safer and more manageable for everyone involved.
Our Process
Our home assessment occupational therapy process follows a structured approach to identify your needs and provide practical recommendations.
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Initial Consultation
We begin with a conversation about your daily routines, challenges, goals and concerns. This helps us understand your unique circumstances and what you hope to achieve from the home assessment occupational therapy service.
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Comprehensive Home Evaluation
Our occupational therapist visits your home to conduct a thorough home assessment occupational therapy evaluation. We assess all areas including entry points, hallways, bathroom, kitchen, bedroom and living spaces.
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Detailed Assessment Report
You receive a comprehensive written report with our findings, recommendations for home modifications, equipment suggestions and prioritised action steps. This report can support NDIS funding applications or aged care package requests.
Why Choose Astrad Allied Health
What sets our home assessment occupational therapy services apart
Mobile Service to Your Home
We come to you. Our home assessment occupational therapy team travels across Queensland, NSW, Victoria and Tasmania to conduct assessments in your actual living environment.
AHPRA Registered Therapists
All our occupational therapists are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), ensuring you receive care from qualified professionals who meet national standards.
Comprehensive Written Reports
Every assessment includes a detailed written report with findings, recommendations and clinical justification. Reports are suitable for NDIS submissions, aged care applications or personal records.
NDIS & Aged Care Experience
We understand the NDIS and aged care funding systems. Our reports are written to meet funding requirements and our team can help guide you through the process of accessing home modification support.
Person-Centred Approach
We focus on your goals and priorities. Our assessments consider not just physical accessibility, but how your home supports the activities and routines that matter most to you.
Timely Service Delivery
We understand that waiting for assessments can delay important modifications. Our team works to schedule appointments promptly and deliver reports within agreed timeframes.
Understanding Occupational Therapy Home Assessments
A home assessment occupational therapy service is a professional evaluation conducted by a registered occupational therapist in your own home. We assess how you move through and use your living spaces to identify barriers and solutions.
During the home assessment occupational therapy visit, your therapist observes how you perform daily activities such as getting in and out of bed, showering, preparing meals and moving between rooms. We look at factors including lighting, floor surfaces, furniture placement, step heights and doorway widths to understand what may be creating difficulties or safety risks.
Our home assessment occupational therapy approach considers your physical abilities, medical conditions and personal goals. Whether you want to remain living independently, reduce falls risk or make caring responsibilities easier, the assessment focuses on what matters most to you and your family.
The occupational therapist will discuss their observations with you during the visit, explaining potential solutions and answering your questions. Home assessment occupational therapy recommendations may include simple changes like removing rugs or adding lighting, through to major modifications such as bathroom renovations, ramp installation or stair lifts.
Following your home assessment occupational therapy appointment, you receive a comprehensive written report. This document details our clinical findings, prioritised recommendations with estimated costs, and justification that can support NDIS or aged care funding applications. Many clients find this report invaluable when discussing options with builders, family members or funding bodies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a home assessment for occupational therapy involve?
A registered occupational therapist visits your home to evaluate how you move through and use your living spaces. We assess entry points, hallways, bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms and outdoor areas. The therapist observes how you perform daily tasks and identifies any safety hazards, accessibility barriers or areas where modifications could improve your independence. The full visit typically takes 1 to 2 hours depending on the size of your home and complexity of your needs.
How long does it take to receive my assessment report?
After your home visit, our occupational therapist prepares a comprehensive written report detailing their findings, prioritised recommendations and estimated costs for suggested modifications. You can expect to receive your report within 5 to 10 business days. The report is written to meet NDIS and aged care funding requirements, so it can be used directly to support funding applications.
Can a home assessment support my NDIS funding application?
Yes. Our home assessment reports are specifically written to meet NDIS requirements for home modification funding. The report includes clinical justification for each recommendation, explaining why the modification is reasonable and necessary for your circumstances. Our team has extensive experience with NDIS processes and can guide you through the steps involved in requesting home modification funding through your plan.
Who can benefit from a home assessment?
Home assessments are valuable for NDIS participants needing home modifications, older Australians wanting to age safely in place, people returning home after hospital stays or surgery, anyone experiencing falls or mobility difficulties, and families or carers looking to make their home environment safer and more manageable. Whether you need minor adjustments like grab rails or major modifications like bathroom renovations, a professional assessment provides the evidence and recommendations to get started.
Ready to Make Your Home Work for You?
Book a home assessment occupational therapy service with our experienced team. We provide mobile assessments across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.
Book Your AssessmentOur Allied Health Services
Astrad Allied Health provides a range of occupational therapy and speech pathology services:
Mobile Occupational Therapy
Registered occupational therapists providing support for daily living skills, independence and participation in work, school and community activities.
Mobility Equipment Assessment
Assessment and recommendations for mobility equipment and assistive technology to support participation in daily activities across your environment.
Speech Pathology Services
Registered speech pathologists helping with communication, swallowing and language development across Queensland, NSW, Victoria and Tasmania.
Home Assessment & Modifications
Professional home evaluations identifying modifications and equipment recommendations to improve safety, accessibility and independence.
Assistive Technology Assessment
Recommendations for assistive technology solutions like communication devices, computer access & adaptive equipment to support daily participation.
Comprehensive Therapy
Complete allied health support including ongoing therapy sessions, rehabilitation programs and personalised interventions to address all your therapy needs.
