Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assessment
Structured observation of personal care tasks including dressing, showering, meal preparation, and home mobility. Identifies where hands-on support or equipment is needed.
Aged Care OT Assessment Across QLD, NSW, VIC & TAS
Aged Care Assessment
Navigating aged care can feel overwhelming. Knowing where to start and how to access funding is a challenge many older Australians and their families face.
Astrad Allied Health provides home-based aged care assessments across QLD, NSW, VIC, and TAS. Our registered occupational therapists come to you, assess how you function at home, and give you an accurate, evidence-based picture of your needs and goals.
Types of Aged Care Assessment
Types of Aged Care Assessments We Provide
Our occupational therapists conduct a range of aged care assessments tailored to the needs of older Australians, their families, and their aged care providers. Each assessment is conducted in your home environment to ensure findings reflect your real-world function and safety.
Home Safety and Fall Prevention Assessment
Identifies environmental hazards, fall risks, and unsafe layouts. Recommends home modifications, assistive equipment, and environmental changes to support ageing in place.
Functional Capacity Assessment for HCP Planning
Evaluates personal care, mobility, domestic tasks, and community participation. Provides clinical evidence to support Home Care Package service planning and level-of-care determination.
AHPRA-Registered Occupational Therapists
About Astrad Allied Health
Astrad Allied Health is a mobile allied health provider delivering occupational therapy and speech pathology services to older Australians across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. Our AHPRA-registered occupational therapists bring 10 or more years of combined clinical experience in aged care assessment, home modifications, assistive technology, and functional capacity evaluation.
We are committed to helping older Australians age in place safely, with dignity, and with the right supports in place. As both an NDIS registered provider and aged care service provider, we understand the funding systems that apply at each stage of life and work with families, aged care providers, and My Aged Care to connect clients with the services they need.
Who Benefits From Aged Care Assessment
Who Benefits From an Aged Care Assessment?
An aged care assessment with Astrad Allied Health can support a wide range of older Australians and their families. Whether someone is planning ahead or responding to a recent change in health or mobility, a home-based OT assessment provides clarity and direction.
Older Australians Wanting to Stay at Home
We identify the modifications, equipment, and in-home supports that make ageing in place safe and sustainable - from grab rails and ramps to domestic assistance and home care services.
Aged Care Funding Pathways
Aged care assessment funding is available through CHSP, Home Care Packages (Levels 1-4), and DVA. Private assessments are also available. Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 for guidance.
Those with Recent Health Changes
When a health change, fall, or hospital admission raises the need for support, we assess current function and recommend the services and equipment that restore confidence and safety at home.
GP Referrals and Aged Care Providers
Our assessments and reports are structured to support service planning, home modification approvals, and funding applications. GPs and aged care providers rely on our clinical findings to guide next steps.
Family Members and Carers
We give families and carers an objective, clinical picture of current function and needs - the information they need to plan ahead, access funding, and make informed decisions together.
Veterans and DVA Recipients
Eligible veterans and DVA recipients can access aged care OT assessment through the Department of Veterans' Affairs. We deliver DVA-funded assessments and reports that meet DVA standards and requirements.
Our Aged Care Assessment Process
Our aged care assessment process is structured, thorough, and centred on your goals. We follow a clear pathway from referral through to written report and recommendations.
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Referral and Initial Consultation
We accept referrals from GPs, My Aged Care, aged care providers, hospitals, and families. We discuss your current challenges, daily routines, and goals to prepare for the assessment.
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Home-Based Functional Assessment
Our occupational therapist visits you at home to observe how you manage daily tasks, identify hazards, and understand what supports would make the greatest difference to your independence.
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Written Report & Recommendations
You receive a detailed written report with clinical findings, functional observations, and tailored recommendations. Reports support Home Care Package planning, ACAT/ACAS processes, and home modification approvals.
Why Choose Astrad Allied Health for Aged Care Assessment
Assessments happen in your home, not a clinic
Mobile Service to Your Home
Our aged care assessment team travels across QLD, NSW, VIC, and TAS - conducting home visits that capture how you live and what supports will make the greatest difference.
AHPRA-Registered Therapists
All our OTs hold current AHPRA registration. Your assessment is conducted by a credentialled clinician with the training to produce reports that meet aged care funding requirements.
Comprehensive Written Reports
Every assessment includes a detailed written report with clinical findings, functional observations, and tailored recommendations structured to meet Home Care Package, ACAT/ACAS, and home modification funding requirements.
Aged Care Funding Experience
We understand the aged care funding system - from My Aged Care and Home Care Packages to Commonwealth Home Support and DVA. Our reports support funding applications at every level.
Person-Centred Approach
We focus on your goals and priorities - not just physical safety, but what matters most to you: staying home, maintaining independence, and living well as you age.
Timely Assessment Delivery
We schedule assessments promptly and deliver written reports in a timely manner so you can move forward with service planning without unnecessary delays.
What Is an Aged Care Assessment?
An aged care assessment is a professional evaluation conducted by a registered occupational therapist to understand how an older person is functioning in their daily life. It differs from an ACAT/ACAS assessment, which is the government-administered process that determines eligibility for aged care services.
An OT aged care assessment looks specifically at functional capacity – how a person manages personal care, mobility, domestic tasks, and community participation. It produces clinical findings that support service planning, home modification approvals, and funding applications. The assessment is conducted in the person’s home, where real challenges and real solutions become visible.
Both types of assessment work together. The ACAT/ACAS opens the door to aged care funding, while an OT functional assessment shapes what those services and supports look like in practice. Understanding this distinction helps families navigate the aged care system with greater confidence and clarity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an aged care OT assessment?
An aged care assessment by a registered occupational therapist evaluates how an older person manages daily tasks at home. It differs from an ACAT/ACAS assessment, as an OT assessment looks at functional capacity and produces clinical findings that support service planning, home modifications, and funding applications.
Do you come to my home for the assessment?
Yes. All Astrad aged care assessments are home-based. Our OTs travel across QLD, NSW, VIC, and TAS to assess you in your own environment, where real challenges and real solutions become clear.
Are your occupational therapists AHPRA-registered?
Yes. Every Astrad OT holds current AHPRA registration. Your assessment is conducted by a credentialled clinician with the training and experience to produce reports that meet aged care funding requirements.
What does the written report include?
The report covers clinical findings, functional capacity observations, identified risks, and tailored recommendations for equipment, home modifications, and support services. It is written to meet the requirements of Home Care Package providers, ACAT/ACAS panels, and home modification funding bodies.
Ready to Book an Aged Care Assessment?
Contact our team today to arrange a home-based aged care assessment with one of our registered occupational therapists. We provide mobile assessment services across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. Call us on (07) 3477 9366 or email [email protected]. We are here to help you or your loved one navigate aged care with confidence.
Book an Aged Care AssessmentRelated Aged Care Services
Astrad Allied Health provides a range of occupational therapy and speech pathology services for older Australians:
Mobility Equipment
Assistive devices and equipment assessed and prescribed to support independence at home and in the community.
House Assessment
Home safety assessments and modification recommendations to reduce falls and support daily living.
Functional Capacity Assessments
Detailed assessments for NDIS, insurance, legal, and workplace purposes.
Mobile Occupational Therapy
AHPRA-registered OTs visiting your home across QLD, NSW, VIC and TAS.
Mobile Speech Therapy
Speech pathologists delivering communication, voice, and swallowing therapy in your home.
Comprehensive Therapy
Coordinated OT and speech pathology addressing your full range of daily living goals.
