At Mental Health OT Australia, a team of experienced occupational therapists provides dedicated aged care services with a strong focus on individual needs, dignity, and mental health. With the guidance of professionals like Bita Farhani, therapy is approached with empathy and precision—tailored to each client’s goals and circumstances.

Our aged care OT services include:

• Functional assessments to determine current abilities and future risks

• Environmental modifications to support mobility and safety

• Cognitive and memory assessments

• Fall prevention strategies

• Emotional support through meaningful engagement

• Support for carers and family members

We work collaboratively with aged care facilities, home care providers, and families to ensure continuity of care that supports both the client and their loved ones.

For comprehensive support or to speak with our team, please contact us at 📞 0406107775 or 📧 Info@mentalhealthotaustralia.com, or reach out through our contact page.

Holistic Occupational Therapy for Older Adults

Occupational therapy in aged care is more than just rehabilitation—it’s a proactive strategy that helps seniors live more safely, confidently, and joyfully in their own homes or care settings. With age often comes a decline in strength, balance, memory, and decision-making. These changes can affect a person’s ability to complete activities of daily living (ADLs), such as dressing, showering, or preparing meals.

A functional assessment is usually the starting point, where therapists evaluate an individual’s current abilities, home safety, and daily routines. Based on this, a personalised care plan is created to help the client reach or maintain their goals. This may include introducing equipment like grab rails or walkers, setting up memory aids, or building routines that reduce fatigue and anxiety.

In addition to physical needs, occupational therapy addresses the cognitive and emotional health of older adults. For individuals showing early signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s, occupational therapists can implement memory enhancement strategies and help establish safe, familiar routines. Activities such as puzzles, life review exercises, and social outings can maintain brain function and reduce feelings of isolation.

Therapists also provide support for people transitioning from hospital to home, or those who wish to age in place. This includes fall prevention planning, mobility aids, and strategies for managing pain, fatigue, or chronic conditions. In fact, many aged clients also benefit from additional services like functional assessment occupational therapy to guide NDIS or aged care package plans.

Carers and families are often key to success. Occupational therapists at Mental Health OT Australia work closely with caregivers to educate them about changing needs and provide practical strategies to avoid carer burnout.

When therapy is combined with mental health care, the outcomes are even more powerful. The connection between ageing and mental wellbeing is undeniable, especially in cases where clients are grieving a loss, navigating loneliness, or experiencing confusion due to cognitive changes. Supporting emotional resilience is essential—and our team knows how to gently encourage older adults to remain engaged and purposeful.

If you’re looking for professional aged care support close to home, our occupational therapists near you can provide comprehensive in-home assessments and continued therapy sessions.

We also offer services to veterans and DVA clients through DVA occupational therapy programs, providing support tailored to their service backgrounds and current needs.

At Mental Health OT Australia, we believe that growing older shouldn’t mean giving up on living well. With the right tools, strategies, and support, our clients continue to find joy, strength, and independence in their everyday routines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What does an occupational therapist do for older adults?
Occupational therapists support older adults by helping them maintain independence in daily activities, preventing falls, improving mobility, and managing cognitive changes. Therapy may include home modifications, assistive equipment, and tailored activity plans.

2. Can occupational therapy help with memory problems in ageing?
Yes. Occupational therapists use strategies like memory aids, routine-building, and cognitive stimulation exercises to support clients with early memory loss or dementia. Therapy helps maintain independence for as long as possible.

3. How do I know if my elderly parent needs occupational therapy?
If your parent is struggling with daily tasks, has experienced recent falls, or is showing signs of cognitive or emotional decline, a functional assessment from an occupational therapist can identify the type of support they need.

4. Do you provide therapy at home or in aged care facilities?
Yes, Mental Health OT Australia offers occupational therapy in private homes, aged care residences, and community settings—wherever the client feels most comfortable.