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Building independence through everyday activities
Occupational Therapy for children that meets your family where you are
At Aruma, our occupational therapists help children take part fully in their daily lives. We support skills for everyday activities like getting dressed, eating, playing and learning, working alongside families to build on what your child can already do.
Every child develops in their own way. Some need help with routines, others with sensory processing or fine motor skills. Our Occupational therapists create plans made just for your child to help them gain independence and confidence in the world around them.
Our therapists work in your home, your child’s early learning centre, or at our clinics. Wherever your child feels most comfortable. Everything we do is based on your child’s interests, helping them build skills while reaching their developmental goals.
Your child’s needs will change as they grow. Our support changes with them. From early therapy to school transition supports, we walk beside you every step of the way.
What can Occupational Therapy help with?
Where is Occupational Therapy for children available?
Our Occupational Therapy services for children operate Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm.
Northern NSW: Ballina, Lismore, Alstonville and surrounding areas
New England NSW: Tamworth, Quirindi, Manilla and surrounding areas
Brisbane, QLD: Including Logan and surrounding areas (therapy space at Windsor)
Gold Coast, QLD
Melbourne, VIC: Bayswater, Bundoora and surrounding suburbs
Geelong, VIC: Surrounding region
To find out more about Occupational Therapy in your area, or to discuss your child’s needs, please get in touch.
We’re growing our Occupational Therapy for children services in NSW, QLD, and VIC. So, if your location is not listed, call us on 1300 896 556 anyway!
Your questions answered
Our OTs can help with daily routines and independence, such as setting up routines, preparing meals, eating with cutlery, brushing teeth and dressing (including tying shoelaces). We also support play and recreation skills, which may help some children learn to ride a bike or learn to swim. For children who experience challenges with sensory processing (such as sensitivities to light, sounds or textures), we create personalised plans to support their needs.
Yes. We can work with your family to recommend equipment like wheelchairs, strollers, car seats, walkers, sensory toys, mealtime aids and modified cutlery. Our OTs can also assist with home modifications (such as ramps and bathroom adjustments) to improve accessibility and safety.
Our therapists work in your home, your child’s early learning centre, or at our clinics. Wherever your child feels most comfortable. Everything we do is tailored to your child’s interests, helping them build confidence while reaching their developmental goals.
Yes. Our occupational therapists can complete Functional Capacity Assessments in several of our locations including Northern NSW, Brisbane and Melbourne.
The NDIS funds Therapy and Clinical Supports, including Occupational Therapy. For children aged 0-9 years, our team specialises in delivering the Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) approach, designed to build your child’s skills and participation in everyday activities.
Why choose Aruma for Occupational Therapy for children?
- Experienced therapy team: Our team includes occupational therapists, speech pathologists, special education teachers and psychologists who work together to support your child.
- Flexible locations: We work at home, at childcare or preschool, or at our clinics. Wherever your child feels most comfortable.
- Family partnership: We work alongside you to understand your child and build skills together.
- Here for the long haul: We know that raising a child with a disability comes with both challenges and triumphs. From early intervention therapies to social development groups and school transition supports, we are here for every stage of their journey.
- Local teams, no waitlists: With local teams across the east coast and no waitlists in many areas, we can get started when you are ready.
The Aruma Way – A promise backed by quality
At Aruma, we are committed to upholding the human rights of every person we support, every time. We call this The Aruma Way, our promise to deliver high-quality support that is:
- Your Way: Person-centred support, putting your child at the centre.
- The Safe Way: Keeping everyone safe from harm.
- The Right Way: Effective support, provided the way it should be.
- Together: Working in partnership with you and your support network.
As a child-safe, culturally safe organisation, we ensure each young person’s voice shapes their support journey. Our trauma-sensitive approach recognises the impact of past experiences while focusing on creating pathways to brighter futures.
It is part of our DNA. It is embedded in everything we do, and it is what we hold ourselves accountable to.
“To me, the Safe Way means the person supporting me is a person that cares, a person that i’m comfortable being around and opening up to”
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