Deaf and Hard of Hearing Occupational Therapy and AT Services in Sydney and Canberra
At Rehabilitation Specialists, we are committed to providing expert Deaf and Hard of Hearing Occupational Therapy services specifically designed for individuals within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. Founded by a profoundly Deaf professional, our practice is built on a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by this community.
Our team, consisting of highly skilled Deaf Aware Occupational Therapists, brings a wealth of experience to their work. Notably, many of our therapists are fluent in Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and/or are Deaf or Hard of Hearing themselves. This unique combination of expertise ensures that we offer both empathetic and knowledgeable care.
Our services are available in Sydney and Canberra in person, and we also offer support Australia-wide through online platforms, ensuring accessibility and convenience for all clients.
In particular, we offer comprehensive Deaf and Hard of Hearing Occupational Therapy services that address a wide range of needs. These services include:
Communication:
We provide personalised strategies and tools to enhance communication, thereby facilitating better interactions in both personal and professional settings.
Assistive Technology:
Additionally, our therapists offer expert guidance on the latest assistive technologies, which support daily activities and improve overall quality of life.
Functional Capacity Building:
Moreover, we focus on developing skills and strategies to increase independence and functionality in everyday tasks.
Engagement and Participation:
Our goal is to promote active engagement and participation in various aspects of life, thus ensuring that individuals can fully enjoy their personal and professional experiences.
We provide assessments, intervention and reports for the following areas:
- Assistive technology (eg. Deaf friendly fire alarms, alarms clocks and baby cry monitors, video doorbells, CCTV, smart watches, iPads, etc.)
- Supporting letters and plan recommendation assessment and reports
- Complex Functional Assessment and Reports
- Initial Needs Assessments and Reports
- Installation and set up of Assistive Technology (including providing education on how to use these and where to go for support)
- Capacity building intervention (eg. engaging in therapy to build independent living skills, strategies to assist with communication and engagement in the community etc.)
- Assistance to apply for Job Access and identifying your support needs in the workplace
- Advocating for individual support needs
At Rehabilitation Specialists, we are devoted to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every client can thrive. By leveraging our expertise in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Occupational Therapy, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients, helping them achieve greater independence and satisfaction.
Discover how our specialised services can support you or your loved ones on the path to enhanced engagement and quality of life.
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