Ipswich · Springfield · Ripley Valley
Occupational Therapy Ipswich
Capability Support Services is a registered NDIS provider (4-JFXPAFQ) offering mobile occupational therapy across Ipswich, Springfield, Ripley, Goodna and Rosewood. Our AHPRA-registered occupational therapists visit homes, schools, workplaces and supported accommodation to help children and adults build skills, stay safe and live more independently.
- NDIS registeredProvider 4-JFXPAFQ
- CliniciansAHPRA-registered OTs
- Where we see youHome, school, work and telehealth
- Who we helpChildren, adults and older people
What does an occupational therapist do?
An occupational therapist (OT) helps people take part in the everyday activities that matter to them, such as self-care, school, work, play and getting around the community. OTs assess what is making those activities hard, then use therapy, practical strategies, equipment and changes to the environment to build independence and safety.
In Ipswich, our OTs see children with developmental and sensory needs, adults living with disability or recovering from injury or illness, and older people who want to stay safely at home.
Our OT services
Occupational therapy services in Ipswich
Therapy is goal-based and delivered where the skills are actually used, whether that's the kitchen, the classroom or the bus stop.
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Physical rehabilitation
Building strength, movement and stamina for daily tasks after injury, surgery, stroke or with a physical disability.
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Cognitive rehabilitation
Strategies for memory, planning and organisation, including after acquired brain injury or with intellectual disability.
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Adaptive equipment training
Choosing, setting up and learning to use equipment and assistive technology safely and confidently.
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Sensory and regulation support
Understanding sensory needs and building regulation strategies that work at home, at school and in the community.
Across the lifespan
OT for children, teens, adults and older people
The goals change at every stage of life, so our approach does too. Choose an age group to see what we commonly work on.
Paediatric occupational therapy
We work with Ipswich families, kindy educators and schools to help children develop the skills they need to play, learn and take care of themselves.
- Fine motor skills and handwriting
- Sensory processing and regulation
- Dressing, eating and toileting
- Play, social skills and routines
- School readiness and classroom strategies
- Sensory profile assessments
OT for teens and young adults
As young people move towards independence, we focus on the practical life skills that make the next step possible.
- Organisation and time management
- Cooking, shopping and money skills
- Travel training and community access
- Emotional and sensory regulation
- Preparing for work, TAFE or university
- Planning a move out of home
OT for adults living with disability
For adults with physical, intellectual, neurological or psychosocial disability, we focus on daily living, safety and taking part in the community.
- Personal care and household tasks
- Functional capacity assessments
- Fatigue, pain and energy management
- Strategies after brain injury or stroke
- Return to work or study
- Home and living assessments for SIL, SDA and ILO
OT for older people at home
We help older people in Ipswich stay safe and independent at home, working with families and aged care providers.
- Falls prevention and home safety
- Shower chairs, rails and mobility aids
- Home modification recommendations
- Getting in and out of bed, chairs and cars
- Staying independent with daily tasks
- Practical advice for carers
Assessments and reports
OT assessments and NDIS reports in Ipswich
Clear, evidence-based reports written to support NDIS plan reviews, funding requests and housing decisions.
| Assessment | What it's for | Often needed when |
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| Functional Capacity Assessment | A detailed picture of daily living abilities and support needs | Applying for the NDIS, a plan reassessment, or a change in support needs |
| Sensory profile assessment | Understanding how a person processes sensory information | Sensory needs are affecting behaviour, sleep, school or daily routines |
| Assistive technology assessment | Recommending and prescribing equipment that suits the person and their home | Requesting NDIS funding for equipment such as mobility or bathroom aids |
| Home modification assessment | Recommending changes such as rails, ramps or bathroom modifications | Getting around or using the bathroom safely at home has become difficult |
| Home and living assessment | Evidence for SIL, SDA or Individualised Living Options | Planning a move or applying for home and living supports |
| Progress report | Showing progress towards goals and recommending ongoing supports | Ahead of an NDIS plan reassessment |
We'll confirm the assessment type, hours and cost in your service agreement before anything starts.
How it works
Starting occupational therapy in Ipswich
Referral and first call
You, your support coordinator, GP, school or aged care provider can refer. We talk through goals, funding and where sessions will happen.
Usually within a few business daysInitial assessment
Your OT visits you at home, school or another familiar place to understand your strengths, challenges and environment.
First visitGoals and therapy plan
Together we agree on practical goals and a plan, including any equipment, home changes or reports you need.
Shared with you and your teamTherapy, reports and review
Regular sessions, coaching for families and support workers, and progress reports ahead of plan reviews.
Ongoing
Areas we visit
Mobile OT across the City of Ipswich
Our occupational therapists travel to you across Ipswich, from the CBD and Springfield to the Ripley Valley and the rural townships to the west.
- In your home
- At school, kindy or day care
- At work or in the community
- Telehealth when it suits
Ipswich central and north
- Ipswich CBD
- North Ipswich
- Brassall
- Leichhardt
- One Mile
- Tivoli
- Raceview
- Eastern Heights
- Booval
- Bundamba
Springfield and eastern suburbs
- Springfield
- Springfield Lakes
- Brookwater
- Augustine Heights
- Camira
- Goodna
- Redbank
- Redbank Plains
- Bellbird Park
- Collingwood Park
Ripley Valley and south
- Ripley
- South Ripley
- Yamanto
- Deebing Heights
- Flinders View
- Swanbank
West and rural townships
- Karalee
- Rosewood
- Walloon
- Marburg
- Willowbank
- Amberley
- Haigslea
Further out? We combine visits with telehealth so distance doesn't hold therapy back.
Funding
How occupational therapy is funded
Most of our Ipswich clients use one of three funding pathways. Our team can help you work out which applies to you.
NDIS
OT is usually funded from the Capacity Building budget under Improved Daily Living. Equipment and home modifications are usually funded from Capital supports.
- Self, plan and NDIA-managed plans
- Charged within the NDIS Pricing Arrangements
Support at Home
Support at Home replaced Home Care Packages in November 2025. Allied health such as OT can be included in your services, organised with your provider.
- Home safety and falls prevention
- Equipment and home modification advice
Private clients
You don't need an NDIS plan or a GP referral to see one of our OTs privately. We'll give you a clear quote before you start.
- Assessments, therapy and reports
- Same OTs, same standards
Your OT team
Qualified, registered and on your side
Occupational therapists who know South East Queensland
Our OTs work with children and adults across Ipswich, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and are supported by senior clinicians and regular clinical supervision.
- Registered with AHPRA and the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
- Experienced with NDIS reports, assessments and plan reviews
- Paediatric, adult and aged care experience in the one team
Joined-up care in one place
When needs are complex, your OT can work alongside our other clinicians.
Clear communication
Plain-language reports and regular updates for you, your family and your support coordinator.
FAQs
Occupational therapy in Ipswich: frequently asked questions
Can't see your question? Call our intake team and we'll talk it through.
Do you provide occupational therapy in Ipswich?
Yes. Capability Support Services provides mobile occupational therapy across the City of Ipswich, including Ipswich Central, Springfield, Goodna, Redbank Plains, Ripley, Yamanto, Brassall and Rosewood. Our OTs visit homes, schools, workplaces and supported accommodation, and offer telehealth when it suits.
Is there a waitlist for OT in Ipswich?
We are currently accepting new Ipswich referrals. After you refer, our intake team will contact you to talk through your goals and funding and arrange your first appointment.
Do I need a GP referral to see an occupational therapist?
No. You can refer yourself, or be referred by a family member, support coordinator, school, GP or aged care provider. NDIS participants need OT funding in their plan, and private clients can book directly.
How is occupational therapy funded under the NDIS?
NDIS occupational therapy is usually funded from the Capacity Building budget under Improved Daily Living. Assistive technology and home modifications are usually funded from Capital supports, often after an OT assessment and report.
Can I use Support at Home for occupational therapy?
Yes. Support at Home, which replaced Home Care Packages in November 2025, can include allied health services such as occupational therapy. Talk to your Support at Home provider about adding OT to your services, and we can work with them.
What is a Functional Capacity Assessment?
A Functional Capacity Assessment is a detailed OT assessment of how a person manages daily activities such as self-care, household tasks, communication and community access. The report describes their support needs and is often used for NDIS applications and plan reassessments.
Do your OTs see children at school or kindy?
Yes. With family and school consent, our paediatric occupational therapists can see children at school, kindy or day care, and work with teachers so strategies are consistent between home and the classroom.
Can an OT help with equipment and home modifications?
Yes. Our OTs assess your needs and home, recommend suitable assistive technology or modifications such as rails, ramps or bathroom changes, and write the reports needed for NDIS or Support at Home funding.
What happens at the first OT appointment?
Your OT gets to know you, your goals and your daily routines, observes the tasks that are difficult, and looks at your home or school environment. Together you agree on goals and a therapy plan.
Are your occupational therapists registered?
Yes. All of our occupational therapists are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) through the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, and Capability Support Services is a registered NDIS provider (4-JFXPAFQ).
Ready to start occupational therapy in Ipswich?
A few details help us match you with the right OT faster. Don't worry if you don't have everything; we can help.
- Name, date of birth and contact details
- NDIS number and plan dates, or Support at Home provider details
- What you'd like help with and any current risks
- Any recent reports or assessments
- Your suburb and preferred place for sessions
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Servicing All Areas of Ipswich
At Capability Support Services, together, we can create a brighter future for individuals with disabilities and their families.
Areas We Serve in Ipswich
Central & Northern Ipswich
- Ipswich (the CBD)
- Brassall
- Bundamba
- Churchill
- Eastern Heights
- Leichhardt
- North Ipswich
- North Booval
- One Mile
- Raceview
- Ripley
- Riverview
- Sadliers Crossing
- Silkstone
- Springdale
- Tivoli
- West Ipswich
- Woodend
- Wulkuraka
- Yamanto
Rural & Township Areas of Ipswich
- Amberley
- Blacksoil
- Blackstone
- Ebenezer
- Haigslea
- Marburg
- Pine Mountain
- Purga
- Rosewood
- Swanbank
- Thagoona
- Walloon
- Willowbank
Southern & Western Ipswich
- Augustine Heights
- Bellbird Park
- Camira (partly in Ipswich, partly in Brisbane)
- Collingwood Park
- Gailes
- Goodna
- Karalee
- Karrabin
- Redbank
- Redbank Plains
The Greater Springfield Region
- Springfield
- Springfield Lakes
- Brookwater
