Independence Through Meaningful Occupation

Many children and adults with autism, ADHD or developmental differences experience sensory processing difficulties — over- or under-responding to touch, sound, movement or visual input. Our OTs use Sensory Integration Therapy (SIT) to help the nervous system process sensory information more effectively, reducing meltdowns, improving attention and building regulation skills.

Fine motor delays affect a child's ability to hold a pencil, do up buttons, use scissors and complete self-care tasks. Our OTs assess grip, coordination and strength then deliver targeted therapy — including the Handwriting Without Tears program — to build the foundations children need for school and daily life.

From dressing and grooming to cooking, cleaning and managing money, our OTs support participants to develop the daily living skills that build true independence. We work in the home, community and clinic to ensure skills generalise across real environments.

Assistive Technology (AT) can transform a participant's independence — from low-tech tools like grip aids and adapted cutlery to high-tech AAC devices, powered wheelchairs and smart home systems. Our NDIS AT Assessors complete comprehensive assessments, write AT reports and support the funding and implementation process end-to-end.

Our OTs assess your home or workplace and recommend modifications — grab rails, ramps, bathroom adaptations, kitchen modifications — that support safe and independent living. We write the modification reports required by the NDIS and work with builders to ensure the right outcome.

Starting school is a major milestone. Our paediatric OTs build the foundational skills children need — attention, self-regulation, pencil grip, scissor use, toileting independence and social participation — so they can thrive in the classroom from day one.

Cognitive and perceptual difficulties can affect memory, attention, organisation, visual processing and problem solving. Our OTs assess and treat these challenges using evidence-based approaches including the Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) approach and brain training strategies.

At Daar, our OTs are AHPRA-registered and NDIS-registered, bringing specialist expertise in paediatric OT, sensory integration, assistive technology and adult rehabilitation. We use a strengths-based, family-centred approach — working collaboratively with participants, families, schools and support networks to deliver therapy that makes a real difference in everyday life.